Chapter 171

Tears and heartbreak were part and parcel of a committed relationship.

Alyssa had shed enough tears for Jasper. It was time to put everything behind her.

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The days flew by. In the blink of an eye, it was Newton Beckett’s birthday. The Beckett family accorded the old man’s birthday event with high importance. For the occasion. Javier had splurged on a hundred–million–dollar mansion as a gift which became the venue for the celebration.

The event attendees were notable figures in Solana City’s high society, ranging from business tycoons to Newton’s old friends from the Painter’s Society–a couple of whom were locally famous artists.

Liana and Betty had started their preparation a week ago for the event. They busied themselves with dress selection, facial care, and manicure sessions. They showed up at the event looking like it was their big day, competing with the other ladies to grab the spotlight.

Unfortunately, the exterior design of the mansion ran in contrast to their flamboyant dresses. They couldn’t find a good spot for photo- taking without looking out of place.

did you get for Grandpa?”

him an antique vase. I bet he’ll like it because he’s into antique stuff

Which era

“It’s a Victorian–era vase.”

pretty recent. I’m not sure if that’s good enough for a birthday gift” Liana blinked innocently at Betty with

“You know, Jasper spent four million dollars to win the bid for a set of Georgian–era porcelain drinkware at a charity auction! He’ll gift them to Grandpa. Don’t you

of Beckett Group has to afford the best birthday gift. He’s representing

is awesome.” Liana

Betty scrutinized Liana icily.

Georgian–era antique item worth one million. You’ll see later,” Liana teased with

Sophia once said that Liana’s family was on the brink of bankruptcy.

the marriage. The more she dwelled on it, the

Alice is going to show up soon, isn’t she? She’s definitely invited because Grandpa

there to feel awkward about? I’m Jasper’s fiancée! She’s the

today.” Betty gloated over Liana’s worried reaction, “What if Grandpa introduces her as his daughter–in–law? What are you going to

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