ANMELDENAfter receiving the invitation, Ella devoted herself fully to preparing for the competition.Kiana, upon hearing the news, said, “Then give me all the interviews you currently have. After the competition, I can give them back to you.”“You’re the best, Kiana!” Ella said. “I’ll give them to you then.”“Let’s have lunch first. I’m starving.”“Sure, it’s on me.”As Ella and Kiana headed out, Kiana couldn’t stop asking excited questions about the competition.Ella didn’t have all the details yet, but promised she’d explain everything afterward.As they chatted, a car sped past them.Kiana wasn’t paying attention and stumbled to the ground.“Ella!” Ella quickly helped her up and saw a bruise forming on her leg. “Come on, let’s go get some medicine.”She looked up and saw the ca
Ms. Darla was thrown out and left at the hotel entrance.She was furious but dared not make a sound. Losing her balance, she fell to the ground.A young woman helped her up.“Are you okay?” Piper asked kindly. She had seen Ms. Darla leave the hotel lobby and offered assistance.“I’m fine, thank you,” Ms. Darla said.Piper continued, “Do you know Ella? I need to speak with her. Could you help me let her know I’m looking for her?”The Hart family was in chaos after bankruptcy. Their company was in disarray, and if no solution was found soon, even their mansion could be seized.The Miller family’s stance was ambiguous—they hadn’t committed to helping.Piper had no choice but to seek Ella herself.However, no matter how many times she called, Ella hung up as soon as she heard Piper’s voice.Desperate, she had to try in person.“I don&
Christine looked at Ellen and said, “But with your…status, should I call you by your name directly, or…Auntie?”“What do you mean?” Ellen asked.Christine feigned innocence, “Well, Uncle Dexter has been widowed for so many years—it’s about time he finds someone new. You may be young, and who knows what it is that attracted you to him, but since you came along with him, I suppose I should show you some respect.”Her words carried a hint of mockery, and those nearby couldn’t help but glance at Ellen with curiosity.So Ellen’s identity was like that?Everyone had been guessing which wealthy family she came from, as she appeared confident and generous, completely unfamiliar to them. Christine’s remark made it click: could it be that Ellen was connected to Dexter?The young men and women present, all from prominent families, masked their surprise but inwardly felt a t
Inside the banquet hall, Dexter’s presence surprised many.It had been years since anyone had seen him, and guests eagerly came forward to greet him.He looked vibrant, using only a walking cane instead of a wheelchair, exuding health and composure.Jada smiled. “Dexter, your complexion is better than mine!”“I recovered long ago. You just came out of a serious illness, of course I can’t compare. But in a few days, you’ll be full of life again, and even then, I won’t match you,” Dexter chuckled.“We’re so happy you could come. It’s been ages since we last met,” Jada said warmly.Christine ran over. “Uncle Dexter! Long time no see!”Dexter nodded politely.After a brief social chat, Christine grew bored talking to the elderly and wandered off.She happened to see Ms. Darla sulking back.“Ms. Darla, what happened?” Christine asked.“Don’t ask. Ella had me thrown out. I was thinking about how you hadn’t had a
Leon gritted his teeth and called his mother. “Mom, the money I transferred to you—why didn’t you pass it on to Ellen?”“I… your uncle needed some money, so I used it temporarily. Ellen has a small child—what could she possibly need money for? A one- or two-year-old can be full with just a bottle of milk!”Mrs. Weber sounded perfectly self-righteous. “Besides, didn’t Ellen always brag about being capable? If it’s her own daughter, she should take care of her herself!”Leon’s anger flared. “Do you realize this has ruined my promotion and raise?”“Ah! That serious?” His mother finally realized the gravity of the situation and went quiet, unsure what to say.Leon warned sharply, “From now on, you are not allowed to contact her or her daughter! Don’t think about touching a single penny of my money again!”His
Jada’s recovery went smoothly.Ella personally bought a batch of down jackets and thick quilts and had them delivered to the orphanage.Ellen saw a truck unloading piles of supplies and laughed. “What’s this? Did you get another bonus?”“No,” Ella said as she helped unload the items. “My mother-in-law was sick recently, remember? Now she’s fine. I feel like some higher power must have been watching over her.“Since she’s okay, Tiesto and I feel at peace. So I bought these as a way of giving thanks.”Ellen had heard about Jada’s illness. She smiled. “That’s wonderful. Let’s distribute them to the kids.”After helping organize everything, Ella asked, “Where’s Nina?”“With my dad. She’s having the time of her life. He’s even found her a teacher. She’s busier than I am now.”“Nina mus
In the end, both families agreed to meet at the place where Ella and Tiesto were living and have a meal together.Ella decided she’d cook—it was the best way to show her sincerity.Tiesto agreed. “I’ll help you.”Bright and early, he accompanied her to the supermarket to pick up ingredients.“These
Christine burst through the office door.The senior executives in the middle of a meeting with Milo were startled.Recognizing the famously temperamental young miss, they kept their expressions neutral—though displeasure flickered in their eyes.“Let’s adjourn,” Milo said calmly.Once everyone had
Jennifer carefully carried the outfit over with both hands.Ella took it and examined it closely.The fabric was a sheer, gauzy material, customized with the designer’s signature craftsmanship and intricate embroidery.Fixing it without leaving a trace would be extremely difficult.Still, Ella felt
Christine felt heartbroken, hopeless—her dignity ground into the dirt.She had poured her heart out to Tiesto, yet never earned even a second glance from him.And now, barely married, he was already so intimate with another woman!“Tiesto!” Christine called out in a coquettish tone as she walked to







