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,

night, attended by many big names,

hesitated for a moment, then quickly caught on, “Are you offering to help me break into the

abroad is solid, with many international celebrities

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all turned away by my mentor. He argued that allowing me

business. Once my studies were complete, the choice would be mine. Like

coy, “What do you say, join me

But, I hesitated,

in Vista Town often. If you need help

I was touched, responding with a bright smile, “Thank

chuckled, “I’ve sent the gala details to your phone. Meet at

“Sure!”

Bella held her phone, looking somewhat melancholic. In earlier years, Bella often appeared this way. But lately, Ivy rarely

that.” Bella massaged her temples, “I’m just too happy, I guess. I find myself

struck a chord with you. By my account, it’s more than just

Seemingly easy–going with everyone, yet very few genuinely mattered to her over the past decades. And yet, with Jane, it was peculiarly different.

a few times.

eyebrow, “More than striking a chord?

could adopt her as a goddaughter.” Ivy had been with her from obscurity to

hesitated for a moment, then shook her head. “Summer would feel

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