Chapter 434

Bella chuckled in surprise, “Huh? How did you already know? So much for the surprise.”

“I saw Ivy’s post on Instagram before she boarded the plane.”

“Alright then.” Bella smiled, “I’m here on some business, plus, as you’ve heard from Crystal, Summer is quite fond of Vista Town. I’m planning to check out a few properties here, thinking about settling down.”

Her tone grew complex towards the end. It seemed like a reluctant decision after a long struggle. As if she wasn’t fond of Vista Town herself, but wanted to fulfill Summer Taylor’s wish.

I nodded, “It’s clear you adore your daughter.”

“Of course, she’s my only girl.” Mentioning this softened Bella’s voice, “For her, I’m willing to do anything.”

I smiled warmly, “A mother’s strength, you’re truly a wonderful mom. So, you’ll be staying in Vista Town for a while then?”

“If all goes as planned, yes. Why do you ask?”

“The gown is being tailored as we speak. It should be ready for fitting in about a week. If there’s anything you’re not satisfied with, we’ll still have time to make adjustments.”

If I remember correctly, Bella is attending a red carpet event for a prestigious film award this month. She’s attending as a judge.

“Sounds good.” Bella agreed with a smile, then added, “I called you today for another reason.”

puzzled,

straight to the chase, “There’s a gala tomorrow night, attended by many big names, both

caught on, “Are you offering to help me break into the

abroad is solid, with many

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all turned away by my mentor.

concession on his part. Saying it was time to focus on my studies rather than business. Once my studies were complete, the choice would be mine. Like now. Hence, my fame within the country is known only among industry designers, virtually

coy, “What do you say, join me

course, yes. But, I hesitated, “Wouldn’t that trouble

Bella dismissed with a smile, “Jane, I’ll be in Vista Town often. If you need

was touched, responding with

nothing. No need to thank me.” Bella chuckled, “I’ve sent the gala details

“Sure!”

Ivy rarely saw her like this, “What’s wrong? You seem to like Jane, why the long face after

Bella massaged her temples, “I’m just too happy, I guess. I find myself wanting to talk more

struck a

be approachable but guarded at heart. Seemingly easy–going with everyone, yet very few genuinely mattered to her over the past decades. And yet, with Jane, it was peculiarly different. Having

a few times.

an eyebrow, “More than striking a

Ivy had been with her from obscurity to stardom, officially her agent but in

towards the suite’s bedroom, hesitated for a moment, then

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