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.”

ballroom erupted with raucous clapping.

amongst the best in

well influence.

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

give her a round

strode up the stage in her red gown amidst the thunderous applause,

who passed the mic to

move was as

first time hosting this annual charity ball, and I do

insufficient. I would also like to thank my

the chance to learn and grow independent, and

trust.”

beamed at William

parents and James. “I also would like to thank my immediate family for

gain the strength I need

“Last but not least, I must thank the most important person in

times, I would never have the courage to host this

to leave work for an entire

company here

but everyone present knew

referring to too.

turned towards

gaze,

him, “That’s

“What, not good enough for you?” Patrick

Cordy was completely apathetic while Patrick