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

manager of

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

two invitations to a charity jewelry auction

now suddenly she’s sent us an invitation. Could this be some sort of trap? Glynnis asked anxiously

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

and the headline was about the

being sponsored by

I can’t believe Evadne is hosting an event for

of envy and admiration

event, she’s still lost. Shes just trying to save face Elspeth grumbled Since sh eye on

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

call with the editor-in-chief of Ethereal Vogue,

she changed into her workout clothes and prepared to go kayaking in the backyard, Cassius came to

downstairs and launched herself into

so tightly, her curves accentuated, Cassius frowned slightly. “Are you planning to exercise now? It’s late”

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

you fall into the river? Besides, you’re not a very good swimmer”

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

else around her, just you. Why don’t

been neglectful Jason immediately bowed in

don’t blame Jason He did remind

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 getting me such a high-level resource! I’ve always loved Ethereal Vogue. It’s been an inspiration to

editor-in-chief of Ethereal Vogue, was a powerful figure in the fashion world. A single frown from her could spell disaster for a brand. The fact that such an influential person had personally

glad

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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