Under the heiress facade

Chapter 288

Had the Luddens shown up at the wrong venue? Were they really here to attend the Everetts‘ annual banquet?

The guests looked at each other in confusion. Queenie’s confidence made everyone question whether they were attending the right event.

The elevator door opened once again. This time, Hera and her family of six stepped out

Christopher, who was about to leave with his parents, sported Hera. His eyes immediately lit up, and he went to greet her.

“Hi, Ms. Youngworth.”

At the sight of Christopher beaming at Hera, Alice instantly understood who Christopher wanted to introduce them to. She then looked at Hera.

Hera had a delicate face with a cold expression, fair skin, and braided dark hair. She wore a pale gold base–color evening gown that made her look tall and slender. The fluffy white fur collar made her skin look even fairer, and her demeanor exuded elegance and sophistication.

Her appearance and temperament were both excellent, meeting Alice’s standard for a daughter–in–law. Just as she was about to see how Andrew would react, she saw him step forward, politely greeting Hera before shaking hands with James and Gideon: 1

Mr. Gideon, I’ve heard so much

Dean Ludden. It’s my pleasure to meet you,” James replied, feeling

surprised. He didn’t expect the Luddens to show up here, and from their attitude, it seemed they were invited by Hera. He thought that Hera’s influence was indeed

dislike Hera. After all, she was a top student that dozens of world–renowned colleges coveted. She was Cavenridge’s star. With this in mind,

adorable,” Alice said smilingly as she greeted Lilith and the others.

she turned to Hera,

“Ms. Everett?”

looked at Christopher

person you want to introduce

to see through him in an instant. He blushed slightly

Youngworth. Hera, this is my mother.”

exclaimed softly, “Hera Youngworth? You

“Hello, Mrs. Ludden.”

politely extended her right hand.

more beautiful than I expected. There’s no need to call me Mrs. Ludden–that’s too formal. Just call me Alice,” Alice

and well–mannered. She thought Hera was truly a rare gem for a daughter–in–law. The Implications of Alice’s words were clear. They were hinting at an alliance between the families

the gossip were

engagement with the Everetts because they thought Hera, who just returned from the countryside, was a country bumpkin. But it turned out that not only was Hera a beautiful young lady who excelled academically, but she was also