It all seemed so unfair to Elizabeth.

She silently vowed to tarnish Stella’s reputation and win over Matthew.

She refused to let Stella revel in her good fortune.

Elizabeth returned to her table, her thoughts still consumed by what she had heard, her expression somber.

Bella and Andrew chatted amiably, but Bella couldn’t help but notice Elizabeth’s change in demeanor after her brief absence.

Confused, she asked, “What’s the problem? You seem off.

Lost in her thoughts, Elizabeth didn’t initially catch Bella’s question.

It took Andrew’s gentle prompt to bring her back to reality, her confusion apparent.

Bella persisted.

“What’s wrong? You seem distracted.

Elizabeth shook her head, taking a moment to gather her thoughts.

Seizing the opportunity, she turned to Bella.

“Mom, can I help with your project alongside Stella? I want to lend a hand.

She couldn’t afford to delay any longer.

and Stella were growing

her

not into design,

Bella’s suspicion, Elizabeth smiled

“No, not really.

health, I hate seeing

taught

want to do my part and ease your

you to stress too

pondering Elizabeth’s suggestion

Undeterred, Elizabeth persisted.

been in charge

solid, and I’m sure she’s got it

you get in touch

That’s all.

opting for

the one in

need to check with her

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Bella’s response a bit

mask her disappointment with a forced smile, reluctantly accepting

Bella’s lingering worries from

on this might only make her

really need to rush Stella into the successor role?” Elizabeth suggested further, “Let her wrap up this project first, make a

we can

show she’s the real deal and earn her

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