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”

of the general manager of K Orld Hotel,

you can go back to your duties Elspeth took the invitation and

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

sent us an invitation. Could

with you, it’s a done deal. Even if Evadne

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

event is being sponsored

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

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

big she makes this event, she’s still lost. Shes just trying to save face Elspeth grumbled Since sh eye on her, make sure she doesn’t pull any trickson Ada and ruin our

us, it would be rude not to

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

and prepared to go kayaking in the backyard,

downstairs and launched

curves accentuated, Cassius frowned slightly. “Are you planning to exercise now? It’s

to kayak in the backyard/” Evadne tited her head back and smiled at him.

what if you fall into the river?

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

anyone else around her, just you.

apologize President Ashbourne. I have been neglectful Jason immediately

Cassius, don’t blame Jason He did remind me, but he can’t change my mind.”

against Cassius’s broad shoulder “Cassius, Ethereal Vogue’s editor-in-chief just called me to finalize the event details.

single frown from her could spell disaster for a brand.

I’m glad

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 Group. You always need something to keep you busy,

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