A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 403

Cordy frowned at Patrick, who was grinning nonchalantly.

Ultimately, she didn’t leave and stood at his side to watch the rich and important

people filing into the ballroom.

Naturally, she saw Noel-who certainly rode a coattail well to be able to attend such a

prestigious charity ball.

In that sense, the same applied to Cordy, though it was more because of her personal

grudge with the host than other reasons.

That would be more or less the asame in Noel’s case, since Jessica was really

bringing out her checkbook to buy Noel’s complete allegiance.

Suddenly, the lights in the ballroom dimmed while a spotlight illuminated the center of

the stage; everyone turned towards it.

The emcee walked up above stage and spoke with succinct intonation, “Good

evening, everyone. Welcome to Stuart Holdings’ annual charity ball! Thank you

everyone for making time to attend this honorable occasion despite your busy

schedules.”

clapping. Anyone

stood amongst the best in showbiz, boasting popularity

well influence.

“And now, let’s invite our host for the night-Miss

give her a

her red gown amidst the thunderous

to the emcee who passed the mic

move was as

my first time hosting this annual charity ball, and I do apologize beforehand

our hospitality proved insufficient. I would also like to thank my grandfather

learn and grow independent, and I’m grateful to have

trust.”

and beamed at William below stage before turning

like to thank

the strength I need to make

not least, I must thank the most important person in

my side at all times, I would never have the courage to

was willing to leave work

company here

but everyone present knew exactly whom she

referring to too.

Patrick turned

uninterested; noticing Patrick’s gaze, she asked flatly without

“That’s

enough for you?”

Patrick smiled a