Chapter 222

The knockoff Alea necklace that Glynnin had acquired from Edith had worked wonders indeed!

When she presented it discreetly to Ada, she had steeled herself for potential embarrassment, worried that Ada would recognize the fake and she would become a laughingstock But even if Ada discovered the truth, Glynnis had a backup plan. She’d claim shed been swindled by a so-called friend, that her knowledge of jewelry was limited and shed been easily

fooled

To her surprise, whether it was the craftsmanship of Alea’s apprentice or Ada’s lack of discernment. Ada didn’t notice the necklace was a fake. In fact, she was so thrilled that she put it on right away and refused to take it off

Finally, Ada and Glynnis officially signed the contract

With the help of Elspeth, who tirelessly sang her praises to Frederic, Glynnis even got promoted to a board member, landing a spot in the high-level meetings of the group!

That night, Elspeth and her daughter sat on the balcony, sipping their celebratory champagne ahead of time

“Once Ada’s wedding is over your father will officially hand over the hotel to you You’ve taken the first step towards success Given time. I’m sure you join the board of directors and together we can kick that scoundrel Thaddeus out!” Elspeth wrapped her arms around her daughter her eyes shining with hope 1 can’t mly on your sister anymore. My future depends on you”

“Don’t worry, Mom. Once I secure my position, il gradually whittle away Thadessus’s power. The Abernathy Group will be ours Glynnis’s eyes sparkled with ambition as she cheerfully clinked glasses with Elspeth.

Just then, the butler’s voice echoed from outside the door

“Madam, Miss Glynnis, someone has just delivered an invitation for both of you”

Elspeth and Glynnis exchanged looks and stepped out of the balcony.

#7” Glynnis

manager of K Orld Hotel, Mr. Dempsey” From

it, you can go back to your duties Elspeth took the invitation and closed the door

envelope and found two invitations to a charity jewelry auction inside.

for a while and now suddenly she’s sent us an invitation. Could this be some sort of trap? Glynnis

afraid of? Now that Ada has signed a contract with you, it’s a done deal. Even if Evadne

evening news, and the headline was about the charity jewelry auction

being sponsored by Ethereal Vogue

a world renowned fashion magazinel Celebrities are dying to be featured on its cover! I can’t believe Evadne is hosting an event for Ethereal Vogue. She has so many connections! The news also said that Ada and many other stars

secure Ethereal Vogue, Glynnis felt a mix of envy and admiration Her

still lost. Shes just trying to save face Elspeth grumbled Since sh eye on her, make sure she doesn’t pull

us, it would be rude not to attend. Let’s go and

with the editor-in-chief of Ethereal

workout clothes and prepared to go kayaking in the backyard, Cassius came

launched herself into

accentuated, Cassius frowned slightly. “Are

mood, so I’m going to kayak in the backyard/” Evadne tited her head back

what if you fall into the river? Besides,

waist lightly. “And do you know how cold it is outside? You’re not dressed

Jason “Miss Evadne doesnt have anyone else around her, just you. Why don’t you look after

been neglectful Jason immediately bowed

blame Jason He did remind me, but he can’t

sat down on the couch, Evadne leaning her head against Cassius’s broad shoulder “Cassius, Ethereal Vogue’s editor-in-chief just called me to finalize the event details.

frown from her could spell disaster

I’m glad you’re

know you’ve been a bit down because Ada has been taken by

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