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"Brian, don't be angry." Evelyn murmured, gently holding onto Brian's arm. She cast an apologetic smile toward Victor and said, "Mr. Smith, I'm so sorry. I'm sure you don't know about Ms. Torrey's status…" Then, turning her attention to Ariana with a slight reproach in her tone, she added, "Ms. Torrey, you're Mr. Lodge's fiancée. What do you think you're doing, pushing and pulling with Mr. Smith like this in front of everyone? Come over here, now!" Evelyn made a move to pull Ariana back, but Hunter swiftly stepped in between them, blocking her path. He clearly didn't want Ariana to comply. Evelyn froze, her outstretched hand hanging awkwardly mid-air. Her expression stiffened with embarrassment. Seeing Evelyn's attempt to play peacemaker, Ariana chuckled lightly. "Ms. Granger, I couldn't help but notice how closely you were walking with Mr. Lodge earlier. I almost thought… You didn't know Mr. Lodge had a fiancée." Ariana's remark left Evelyn speechless. Indeed, everyone knew Ar
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"Yes, Mr. Smith." Hunter replied.Hearing this, Evelyn's face turned pale. Seeing Hunter stride toward her, she quickly stepped behind Brian, her voice trembling slightly as she called out, "Brian…" Brian shielded her, his expression grew colder. "Ariana! That's enough!" "Mr. Lodge, what does this have to do with me? I haven't said a word," Ariana replied innocently, though she subtly moved closer to Victor. Her actions made Brian's anger flare even more.Why must it be on this occasion? Did she truly intend to embarrass him in such a public setting?Victor's voice cut through the tension, calm and deliberate. "Hunter, didn't you hear me?" "Yes, sir." Hunter moved forward again. Evelyn immediately turned her plea toward Ariana. "Ms. Torrey, I know you don't like me, but you can't let Mr. Smith do this to me! I am Brian's partner tonight. Do you have a problem with me, or with Brian?" Her words clearly implied blame, accusing Ariana of deliberately refusing to stand up for
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Ariana glanced at the diamond necklace displayed on the stage and frowned. "The necklace once worn by the Queen of Eaton?" She remembered this necklace vividly. In her past life, Evelyn had adored it, and Brian had gone to great lengths to secure it for her at the auction. It had become a heated bidding war when Victor, smitten with Evelyn at first sight, had joined the fray, driving the price sky-high.But why was Victor suddenly bringing up this necklace now?"Actually the necklace is not particularly special," Victor said nonchalantly. "But it caught my eye. The starting bid is ten million. No matter how high the price goes, I want you to win it." Ariana's expression darkened upon hearing his words. Win it at any price? With her current financial situation, ten million was a daunting figure. Was Victor deliberately testing her limits?"What's wrong? You can't do it?" Victor asked, his voice tinged with amusement. "If you can't, I'm sure we can find alternative ways for you t
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"Does Ariana think I don't know how much money she has?" Brian said coldly. "Keep raising the bid." "Yes, sir."90 million!" As Emily lifted the paddle, the room erupted in murmurs of disbelief. This was nearly ten times the necklace's actual worth!Ariana turned to Victor. "You planned this, didn't you?"Victor knew from the start that Brian wouldn't let this necklace go. By pitting Ariana against Brian, Victor had set the stage for this bidding war. After Victor had humiliated Evelyn earlier, Brian's pride was already bruised. There was no way he would back down now, not with his dignity on the line."Don't forget what you promised me," Victor said lazily, leaning back in his chair. "I want that necklace, no matter what." "You…" Victor was deliberately cornering her, leaving her no way out. Fine. If he wanted to play, then she would play along."100 million!" Gasps rippled through the room as Ariana called out the staggering figure.It was only the beginning of the auct
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Ariana and William's intimately close interaction quickly caught Brian's eye."Ariana!"A deep voice, tinged with anger, reached Ariana's ears. She turned around and saw Brian striding toward her and William, his expression grim."Looks like you're in big trouble." William, standing beside her, spoke with a mocking tone.Ariana lowered her voice as well. "Don't worry, Mr. Kingsman. If I go down, you won't be doing much better."Hearing that, William's lips curved into a faintly amused smile.Brian walked up to Ariana and noticed the necklace she was still holding, the one she'd just won at the auction.Brian sneered, "Mr. Kingsman is really generous. He didn't hesitate to spend 150 million just to give you this necklace.""It's all right," Ariana replied. She lifted the necklace in her hand and said, "I saw that you seemed to like it too, Mr. Lodge. What's the matter? Planning to give it to Ms. Granger?"That one remark turned Brian's tone even colder. "You already know the an
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"Mr. Smith?""She's interesting, but only just interesting," Victor said, though there was an enigmatic hint of a smile on his face.He had originally come to see the renowned Evelyn. He hadn't expected to meet Ariana.Between the two, Evelyn was surprisingly dull. All those petty tricks didn't amount to much. If Brian weren't indulging her, Evelyn wouldn't be anything special.Early the next morning, Ariana headed to class. She had fallen behind a lot over the past few months of her leave.Glea College was the top institution for studying finance, drawing all the best students in Gleaston. Missing even a few months could quickly put her far behind.People often said high school was brutal, but Glea College was hellish.After living through her previous life, Ariana realized how foolish it had been to sacrifice her education for a man.This time, she absolutely had to graduate from Glea College. She would never drop out for Brian again. She could still remember all the disdainf
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Maddie and Lila stopped laughing and changed their expressions.Lila raised her chin haughtily. "What makes you think it was us? Got any proof?""Exactly. You're just panicking and looking for someone to blame," Maddie said in a mocking tone. "We didn't post those photos, but whoever did, wrote the truth. You're Mr. Lodge's fiancée, yet you cozy up to all these other men. That's just indecent! If you're shameless enough to do that, don't blame others for calling you out!""Right! You dress provocatively and use your looks to lure men in. You deserve all the criticism!"The two took turns piling on the insults, making Ariana laugh out loud.Maddie frowned. "What are you laughing at?""I'm laughing because... Even at our age, you still don't know defamation is a crime?" Ariana said. "There are surveillance cameras all around this place. A quick check and I'll know exactly who pulled this stunt. Then, I can collect the evidence and go straight to the police. That'll show whoever did
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"Exactly! Mr. Lodge, you don't know how arrogant she was just now! She said she's abusing her power and wants to report it to the police!" Lila interjected gleefully.Seeing how the two troublemakers twisted the story, Ariana let out a quiet scoff."I never thought you'd use your status as my fiancée to gain so many privileges. Ariana, you really know how to make use of your position," Brian said, his tone dripping with mockery. He clearly had no idea what had actually transpired.Selena stepped in angrily. "Mr. Lodge, do you even know what happened? How can you say that about Ariana!"Evelyn chimed in, "Ms. Lovegood, Brian and I heard it all. As for what happened, I think everyone here is well aware.""Right! Ariana bullied us first!" Maddie quickly smeared Ariana again.Selena wanted to protest, but Brian cut her off with a frosty look directed at Ariana. "Ariana, you shouldn't be abusing your status as my fiancée. Apologize to them.""Brian, have you lost your mind? Ariana's
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The guests present all took in the scene before them. It was well known that Brian had always despised Ariana, but this time, he appeared visibly anxious about her in front of everyone.Ariana seemed unsurprised by the reactions of the guests around them. She withdrew her hand and said, "Thank you for your help, Mr. Lodge."Brian quickly realized that Ariana had just used him.Due to Lodge Co.'s stance toward Torrey Co., many had assumed that there was tension between the Lodges and Torreys. As a result, few corporate partners had been willing to initiate business dealings with the Torreys.Now that they have seen Brian and Ariana on better terms, many would likely approach the Torrey family."Ariana, did you just exploit me?" Brian had never realized just how cunning Ariana could be. He had always assumed she was clueless, but it was clear that he was the foolish one now."Didn't you say it yourself, Mr. Lodge? Mutual exploitation isn't a bad thing for either of us." Ariana shru
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Ariana didn't refuse. After all, spending more time with Brian in public would be beneficial for the Torrey family."Mr. Lodge, I never expected that just one word from Mrs. Lodge Senior would be enough for you to put your pride aside and come see me," Ariana remarked.Her words dripped with mockery, and there were even some traces of disdain toward Brian. It was the same attitude that he'd used to have toward her.Alas, their roles were reversed."Ariana, do you really think it's a good thing that Grandma has taken an interest in you?" Brian asked.Belinda's intentions were clear to anyone with a sharp eye, and Brian knew that Ariana could tell as well.His eyes roamed over Ariana. Tonight, she was meticulously and elegantly styled in a long, gold-embellished gown. She was the very image of grandeur.When he looked at Ariana from the side, he frowned. Her appearance at the moment overlapped with the image of Susan in his mind.Suddenly, Brian halted in his tracks and firmly
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Hushed whispers filled the surrounding area. Everyone wanted to know why Ariana had been invited to the Lodge family's gala.Inside the Royal Hotel, Emily knocked on the door of the second-floor break room. "Mr. Lodge, all the guests have arrived. We should head down now.""Got it," Brian replied and rubbed the bridge of his nose. The moment he closed his eyes, he could hear Ariana's words from the day before echoing in his mind.If it weren't for Belinda's insistence on hosting this gala, he wouldn't have wanted to see Ariana at all.…Meanwhile, downstairs in the banquet hall, all eyes were on Ariana the moment she appeared.It wasn't because of how extravagantly she was dressed, but rather the fact that she was now the sole heir of the Torrey family. Whoever married Ariana would stand to inherit everything she owned.If anything were to happen to Ariana, all of the Torrey family's assets would go to her husband, so every man in attendance had their eyes locked on her."Arian
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Brian knew exactly what Belinda's words meant. In the past, his engagement with Ariana had been purely due to her suitable family background. But now, marrying her would mean gaining control over the entire Torrey family. At that moment, the things that Ariana said to him earlier today played back in his mind. His sense of pride flared once again. "Grandma, you don't need to concern yourself with this matter. We have already annulled our engagement, and there is no way I'll propose to her again." With that, he turned around and headed upstairs. Belinda was well aware of Brian's character. Her expression darkened. Since he was unwilling to let go of his pride, then she would make the necessary arrangements for him.The next day, the news of Gwen's imprisonment and Igor's expulsion from the Torrey family spread like wildfire within the high society. As the sole heir of the family, Ariana successfully assumed full control of the Torrey family. As the turmoil at school also began
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"Ms. Piper, please follow me.""No! Mr. Lodge, I know you're a kind man. For old time's sake, please save Aunt Gwen!""I believe I already told you not to show up at my home again."Brian's eyes were cold. A single glance was enough to send a chill down Fiona's spine.Evelyn had already spoken to him a few days ago, informing him about the rumors circulating at school about him and Fiona. He was no stranger to the games women played, but he was simply too lazy to deal with it. After all, Fiona had nothing to do with him. Anyone in the right mind would recognize the vast gap in their social standing, and there was no chance they would be together. Those rumors were merely stories that Fiona had fabricated. He absolutely despised scheming women like her. Fiona still didn't know that Brian was already aware of her deeds. She cried, "But Aunt Gwen's imprisonment is also related to the Torrey family. Are you really not going to do anything about it?"Ms. Weston, what did I say earl
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"Then let me make it clear to you, you aren't the heir of the Torrey family, and you aren't my father's son. From a legal standpoint, you and your mother have nothing to do with our family. You'd better accept the fact, Mr. Igor."Ariana's voice was full of mockery. In her past life, she had foolishly handed over the company Carson left behind to Gwen and Igor. But in the end, the company went bankrupt in less than three years. Worse yet, Gwen had even fled with Igor and John.This time, she swore she would never give Gwen and Igor the slightest chance to entangle themselves with Torrey Co. "Take him away." Ariana's voice was cold.The bodyguard swiftly grabbed Igor and dragged him toward the front gate. Still wearing his slippers, Igor was ruthlessly dragged out of the Torrey residence, unable to resist."Pack up all of Igor and Gwen's things and toss them out.""Yes, Ms. Torrey."To prevent Igor from making a fuss, Ariana deliberately stationed him at the security post by the e
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It was already evening, and Igor had been waiting at home for Arian's call, but it never came. It wasn't until he saw a car from Torrey Co. pull up outside the gate that he immediately rushed out. The moment he saw Ariana get out of the car, he immediately snapped, "Why didn't you answer my call? Do you even know what has happened at home? Hurry up and come with me to the police station to bail my mom out!" Igor spoke in a commanding tone as he grabbed Ariana's hand and dragged her in the direction of the police station. But to his surprise, she pushed him away. Caught off guard by her move, Igor stared at her in disbelief. He sneered, "Ariana! Have you lost your mind? How dare you push me?" Igor had always had his way and never expected that Ariana would dare push him away.Just as he was about to grab Ariana again, Miranda stepped forward. With a simple move, she easily restrained Igor, rendering him unable to resist. "Ms. Ziegler! Have you lost your mind too? How dare you
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Looking over the money and goods in his possession, Jeremy nodded in satisfaction. He left the Torrey residence with his group of lackeys.Gwen's legs finally gave out and she collapsed onto the floor. She had only borrowed money from the loan sharks just once. She couldn't believe that it would lead her to become completely penniless.Meanwhile, Ariana, who was still at the office, received a call from Jeremy."Ms. Torrey, it has been done. All that's left is to wait for the goods to be exchanged into cash.""I understand. Thank you for your hard work.""You're welcome. We were just following Mr. Smith's orders."Ariana smiled lightly. It was indeed all thanks to Victor's efforts. Without Victor's help, she wouldn't have been able to reclaim all of Gwen's and Igor's wealth and assets so easily. This was the wealth and assets that rightfully belonged to her father.Ariana lifted her head to look at Miranda after she disconnected the call. "It's done. Start the next phase," she s
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"Ms. Lambert, this is all so sudden. Did something happen?" Ariana asked.No matter how terrible the circumstance she was in, Gwen would never tell Ariana that she had borrowed money from loan sharks. It was part of the Torreys' principles to never come into contact with them.If word about this got out, Gwen would never be able to live it down. Ariana might even use it against her to kick her out of the family.Ariana knew from the beginning that Gwen would never come clean to her about the loan sharks. She just smiled and said, "I'll send a contract to you. Once you put your signature on it, the contract will immediately go into effect. I'll have someone in the finance department transfer the money to you. "However, Ms. Lambert, please be informed this also means that you and Igor will give up the right to all of the inheritance my father left behind."Being face to face with the terrifying loan sharks, Gwen couldn't even spare a moment to think about the consequences of signin
