LOGIN"I've already checked. She's not a resident student. No one has seen her in the girls' dormitory," Fawn said, her usual reliable gossip at hand.
"Not living in the dormitory means she's a day student," Raven scoffed, a disdainful curl to her lip and a look of despise in her eyes. "It must be because she can't afford our school's dorms. They cost 20 grand a year, not something every family can handle. As a call girl, she's only fit for day schooling." With that, she folded her arms across her chest and raised her chin, as if she had seen through everything.
Fawn didn't chime in this time.
Melinda spoke up instead, "Raven, don't talk about her like that. Everyone has their difficulties. Maybe she's also left with no choice?" Her eyes flitted around as she spoke, avoiding Raven's gaze. Her foot scraped back and forth on the ground, and her fingers twisted together. Her heart pounded like a rabbit caught in her chest, fearful that Raven would detect the cracks in he
Third Person's POVMelinda covered her mouth, feigning surprise. "I can't believe Luna Vanya is like that. I had no idea."Trina quickly jumped in. "Oh, there's a lot you don't know. Some people look sophisticated, but it's just an act. They're rotten underneath.""Anyway, after tonight, you'll be Mrs. Todd. Alpha Cliff won't spare her a second glance.""That's right, Miss Chambers," Lucy approached Melinda, a champagne glass in hand, and said with a flattering look.She spoke softly but loud enough for everyone to hear. "I always thought you were much prettier than Vanya! Vanya always had that frivolous look in her eyes. She never seemed like a proper, well-behaved woman. Alpha Cliff is so lucky to be with you!""Isn't that the truth?" Cheryl immediately agreed, gently tapping her skirt with her finger, her voice full of envy."Miss Chambers is a top graduate from the Wolfe International Finance School on merit! Vanya only got into that kind of school by cutting corners and pulling s
Third Person's POVZander gripped Melinda's hand, secretly increasing the pressure, his eyes full of menace.But Melinda acted as if she didn't notice, smiling. "Yes, I finally got what I wanted, and I have you to thank—how could I have married Cliff so smoothly without you?"Melinda turned to Cyrus. "Dad, you'll have to thank Zander properly later.""Of course, Zander is like a son to me."Cyrus patted Zander's shoulder. "We have other guests to attend to. Excuse us for a moment."Cyrus's words were clearly a courtesy dismissal.Zander immediately understood the underlying meaning.He frowned. "Cyrus, are you being distant with me?"For years, Zander had treated Cyrus like his own father, and outsiders assumed Zander would be Cyrus's successor.But now that Ella was found, Cyrus was turning around and marrying his daughter off to Cliff, clearly intending to cut Zander out."How could I? Don't overthi
Third Person's POVCliff pushed the document toward Vanya.She took it and examined the terms carefully.The terms were different from before. The Todds would give Vanya a divorce settlement, but the agreement came with conditions.To maintain the Todd family's image, the divorce had to be kept strictly confidential for six months, during which they had to publicly claim to have reconciled and renewed their vows.Furthermore, Vanya had to appropriately maintain a public image of intimacy with Cliff when in public. After the divorce, both parties were to have absolutely no financial involvement.Finally, Vanya was forbidden from using public opinion to slander the Todds. To protect both their images and prevent unnecessary speculation, neither party could marry anyone else for one year after the finalization.Vanya looked at the divorce agreement and couldn't help but feel amused. "Cliff, are you joking with me?""I've already s
Third Person's POVNo one had ever dared to speak so wildly to Elliot before. It was utter ignorance.Elliot just smiled. "What would you like, Miss Schultz?""I want you to apologize to me in public, of course!"Winn knew Elliot worked for Cliff, so she dared not ask for too much.Others might not realize it, but Vanya knew that asking for just an apology was restrained for someone with Winn's temper.However, Winn didn't realize that Elliot was Cliff's core subordinate, and forcing him to apologize was tantamount to humiliating Cliff.Vanya said calmly, "Elliot, don't waste time with her. Let's go.""Yes, Miss Dalton."As they left, Elliot signaled to two guards near the door. The guards immediately moved to escort Winn away.Winn struggled and yelled, "Let go of me! How dare you touch me!"Everyone around them was watching Winn as if she were a joke, but Winn was completely oblivious.Trina instin
Third Person's POVAs expected, Winn's custom-made evening gown became the focal point of the entire hall the moment she entered.She'd probably spent over a million on the dress. In a different setting, Winn might have truly caused a sensation.However, at this specific event, she would soon pay a heavy price for that expensive gown.Winn, completely oblivious to the impending trouble, was busy sipping fine wine.Trina fawned over her. "Winn, you look so beautiful in that dress. Everyone is looking at you. I just wonder where Kendrick is. If he were here, he'd be absolutely mesmerized by you."Puffed up by Trina's flattery, Winn grew more smug. "You always know what to say. If I do manage to win Kendrick's favor, I'll give you a chance to debut."Trina's eyes lit up. "Really? Winn, you're the best!"Winn was long accustomed to Trina's flattery.When she saw Vanya walk into the Todd estate, an expression of displeasure c
Third Person's POVNo one was unaware of the relationship between Vanya and Cliff.The fact that Cliff was holding a gala to announce his engagement to Melinda, yet sent an invitation to his still-un-divorced wife, was profoundly ironic.Missing this opportunity for public humiliation wouldn't be a loss for Vanya.Vanya looked at the invitation and asked, "Is this invitation for me, or for Kendrick?""It's for you, and also... for Kendrick."Stewart placed another invitation in Vanya's hand.The outside world didn't know Vanya was Kendrick, and Cliff was unaware, too.Therefore, he had sent two invitations.The question of whether Vanya should attend as Vanya or as Kendrick became a difficult one."Alpha Cliff is getting engaged to Miss Chambers. It's a joyful occasion, and I should go.""Vanya...""But not as Vanya. As Kendrick."Vanya smiled and looked at Stewart. "Is Calvert's injury better?""Much better.""That's good." Vanya instructed, "Have Calvert get ready.""Vanya, Calvert







