“Tec1did twill pl
stater.” Kristel replied in a low voice.
this face when he sensed Kristel’s dismovualtone, she sendediminterested in furthering their conversation; thus, he threw his cutlery on the plate
Kastel inimenei colein’s coldness, and she continued eating quietly. She thought calvin had already left, but he walked up to her and said,
“I’ll pick rom up in the steer
tare: Thave an urgent meeting at the company.”
She didac’h looking to meet his gaze, this, his already til mond had become graver, and his sons was sented to the poor employees of Hudson Enterprises.
Cray was at wil’send schreeves the boss bellowed when someone entered his office in sulumit a proposal. He felt sorry for everyone, including himself. He
“This has happened swirly in the past. But recently, the company has become the devil’s laid The boss suddenly seemed like an awakened demon!!
The morning went be quickly.
Kristel waited at the store for Gabin to pick her up. However, the person who came was Cory. When she saw the apologetic smile from the man, Kristel understood
She doesn’t ask questions as she doesn’t wait to make Cory’s life harder because of his boss’s falled marriage, w
sealed with a contract marriage certificate.
Soon, they amived at the manden. It was still early, so there only a few guests Kristel saw in the lobby of the ballenom ball.
She looked around to search for Galvin, but he was nowhere to be found.
She
it appear publicly with him in the past, and todarlano different, especially since she and Galvin are now divorced.
The servants are busy with their allocated tasks, and she doesn’t want to delay their work; thus, Kristel visits the mansion’s library on the second floor to read a book while waiting for the party in begin
After one and a half hours, she almost dored off. Then, a lock sounded on the door.
*Mrs Hudson, the party has begun. Madame Gloria has called you to accompany ber.”
“Alright, I’ll be there in a sec
The maid left after she heard the response. As for Kristel, she took off hereat and scammed her election in the mirror. She fixed her hair, which was styled in a sliphely messy bun
Since she was on the second floor, Kristel headed to the staircase that led directly to the ballmom hall, which only the Hudson family could access this door, causing the guests who saw her be curious.
Their eyes couldn’t tear awar, mesmerized by the beauty that descended the states.
Suddenly, kristel felt bashful about stealing the limelight from Gloria, who cheerily entertained her guests.
Gloda so noticed that the guests were all looking in a specific direction. When she saw Kristell in her stunning gown, she smiled with delight and felt proud of her dress selection
wow she is perfect for my grandson. I have noticed that she carried herself with outstanding elegance a few times encountered her before the marriage.” Kristel donned a stunning white mermaid gown that featured a plunging V–neckline and a backless design. The dress was elegantly adorned with Swarovsk crystals from the bust area down to the knees.
The gown tightly hugged her body to the mid–kers, accentuating her curves. The bulle fishtail flattered dramatically as she gracefully descended the states.
“I don’t know. But the looks familiar.”
“Me too. She looks familiar, but know she isn’t part of the Hudson family.”
you’re right. Franno tell where I saw her before.”
“Then sur’s her relationship with Hudson?”
the quests.
to their gossip, she casually searched the entire ballroom for
Everyone who noticed Kaistel began a quiet conversation with each other. As the person subject in calvin, and the was shocked to see Fiona standing by his side
In the well enough to attend a party?“.
The last time deuw!
vthe hospital, she acted like she was dying. Now the appeared very healthy like she had no injuries at all.
‘Tsk. ” Kristel hissed in her heart, but she heard winese call out to her. She concealed her aggravation, then plastered a lovely smile.
“Kristel, my beautiful granddaughter, tour to grandma,”
Chce the guests heard Gloria, they stopped talking about Kristel’s identity.
“Hello, Grandina. Let me greet you with a happy birthday or more time. I wish you good health and a long life.”
**Thank you, my beautiful granddaughter.” Gloria beamed car to eac
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With that, Gloria introduced Kristel to other noble ladies that attended her party.
Yet Kastel could not help but perkat Fiona and Gabin standing side by side, greeting the guests like the hosts in this mansion.
Kristel named berries, She did not doubt that Fiona would be at the party, as she was the woman who held a special place in calvin’s heart.
However, what upset her was that the latter wore her designed dress. She didn’t know the dress was actually for Flona. If she had known about it in the beginning the wild not sell the copyright of herdesin
At first, she had intended to keep the design for herself. However, she ultimately decided to give it up to establish connections with notable tashion houses in France and Haly.
This dress matcher Galyn’s suit he wears for the party.
Now, the two were dressed in matching couple outras
This moming over berak ast, she immediately felt a bad premonition when she saw Galvin wearing the suit,
⠀ “Her, Hona, Ione time no seel”
Standing at the entrance of the hallom hall, talvin was appmached by his cousin ichelle, who lived abroad for many years.
“Her, Mich! It’s been a wille!
The two hugged each other like old friends. But Mitch Indeed liked Fiona since the day the latter dated her cousin. She actually hoped the two would get mamed and she was happy to see that Galvin still had a relationship with her.
So, when is the wedding“” Mitch asked gleefully.
Instantly, Fiona bashed and became shy
“I don’t want to rush calvin. He has been too busy since his company is just a year old. There are many things to work on to secure its capital stability.” She replied, sounding like an understanding gullied.
“Aw, my cousin hit the jackpot when you became his girlfriend. The two of you should be engaged soon.” Mitch commented, then she looked at Calvin “Cousin, you shouldchen Fiona. You can’t find any understanding woman in this world…‘
Machnoticed that Glavin’s attention was somewhere. He doesn’t engage in their conversation at all.
Fiona notices the abnormality in Mitch’s countenance. She peered at Calvin, but the man was devoid of emotion. In fact, his eyes were on someone.
When the followed his paze, she found Kristel smiling beside Gloria.
emotion. Kristel looked stunning and seemed to
Upon seeing Kristel in a gorgeous mermaid gown adomed with sold crystals, Fiona was filled with intense en embody the beauty of a divine being visiting the mortal world.
Despite the beautiful silver sequins on her dress that complemented calvin’s suit, she desired to wear a more alluring evening gown than Kristel’s.
She often wore dresses that showed much of her skin, making it easier for her to attract men.
But since she still has bruises, in which she only endured the pain, she could only wear a classic black dress with long sleeves.
“Mr. Hudson
The three people, in a daze, while looking at Kristel, snap out when someone approaches them.
“Ma Li! I’m glad you made it!”
Galvin hurried to welcome the newly arrived man, leaving Flona and Mitch behind.
More guests andive; thus, the two women are forced to step aside and give way.
Galvin usher Mr. toward Gloria. Forgotten, Fiona sneered in her heart when Gavin didn’t introduce her to that man, who she thinks is also outstanding since the dormer was very respectful to him and even presonally accompanied him to greteria
“Grandina, meet Mr. Li. He’s my business partner in my Asian company.”
“Happy birthday, Mrs. Hudson,” greeted Mr. L.
“Thank you, Mr. Li How do you find our city? I hope you enjoyed your visit.”
“Brooke City is such a progressive city. And I heard the Hudson’s are the leading family with a long standing in the business world.”
The two had interacted for a while dalvin took the opportunity to approach Kristel, who was standing live meters away.
this is the dress you purchased.”
Kristel looked at the man who was speaking next to her she failed to understand whether he wanted to praise or mock her dress, as he looked displeased. Although his attitude towards her was disheartening, she didn’t let it show. She had hoped that her efforts in loolding presentable would be appreciated by him, especially sime Gloria had firmly requested herto be present at the party
“Only Grandma, who appreciates me,
Pursuing her lips, Kristel forced smile and shook her head.
“I didn’t purchase this dress. Megan, let me borrow it to promote her recent work.”
“I see “Galvin was only causal in bisarply But he was actually casting Kristel a frequent look in the comes of his eyes, then swept his gaze to the hall. His face darkened when many men didn’t tearthels gazes from his wife
Kristel, on the other hand, sensed the indifference in dalvin’s one. Thus, helpt mum to avoid any conflict during the older lady’s birthday banquet.
Fiona was angry and jealous as she watched Galvin and Kristel standing beside each other. They appeared to be a perfect match, Intensifying how she boathed
Kristel
‘Kristel, soon, that place is mine!‘
Hello, my dearest readers!
If you notice that Chap 31 is missing, it needs to pass first manually approved by the editor every time it triggers the system with the “forbidden words” He heh. It will be available soon! I hope you enjoy this story. I’ll work harder to progress this story well. Thank you! thugs and kisses)
