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 closer

furrowed her

into design, are

Bella’s suspicion, Elizabeth

“No, not really.

considering your health, I hate

you’ve taught me

my

want you

hesitated, pondering

Undeterred, Elizabeth persisted.

in charge

solid, and I’m sure

you get in touch

That’s all.

agree, opting for a

the one in

need to check

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found Bella’s response a bit

managed to mask her disappointment with a

Bella’s lingering worries from past

this might only make

rush Stella into the successor role?” Elizabeth suggested further, “Let her wrap up this

we can announce it

real deal

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