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, “What is

chase, “There’s a gala tomorrow night, attended by many big names, both on–screen and behind the scenes:

moment, then quickly caught on, “Are

is solid, with

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mentor. He

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

played coy, “What do you say, join

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

“Jane, I’ll be in Vista Town often. If you need help with anything, don’t

touched, responding with a bright

chuckled, “I’ve sent the

“Sure!”

her phone, looking somewhat melancholic. In earlier years, Bella often appeared this way. But lately, Ivy rarely saw her like this, “What’s wrong? You seem to like Jane, why

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

Ivy laughed, “You once said she struck a chord with you. By my

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

a few times.

than striking a chord?

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

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

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