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.

sent #7” Glynnis

from the secretary of the general manager of K Orld

can go back to your duties Elspeth took the invitation and

opened the envelope and found two invitations to a charity jewelry auction inside. Elspeth’s is tightened, her expression darkened.

now suddenly she’s sent us an invitation. Could this be

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

was broadcasting the evening news, and the headline was about the

is being

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

that Evadne had managed to secure Ethereal Vogue, Glynnis felt a mix of envy and admiration Her sharp nails dug into her

Elspeth grumbled Since sh eye on her, make sure she doesn’t pull any

not to attend.

Evadne had just finished a cheerful phone call with the editor-in-chief of Ethereal Vogue, speaking in fluent English

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

downstairs and launched

dressed so tightly, her curves accentuated, Cassius frowned slightly. “Are you planning to exercise now?

I’m in a good mood, so I’m going to kayak in the backyard/” Evadne

the

cold it is outside? You’re not dressed warmly

else around her, just you. Why don’t you

President Ashbourne. I have been neglectful

did remind me, but he

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. Thank you for

from her could spell disaster for a brand. The fact that such an

glad you’re

her with warm eyes, raising a hand to gently brush her cute button nose, 1 know you’ve been a bit down because Ada has been taken by the Abernathy

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