Back at the charity gala, wealthy women again gathered around Selina and Olivia, expressing concern and sympathy. Some even criticized Isabella for breaking gala etiquette, and the young women she had brought, now relegated to cleaning up the broken champagne tower, became a subject of ridicule.Tho
As Alexander prepared to bid the crown's estimated value, a clear female voice rang out: "130 million!"The room was stunned. Even the auctioneer's voice shook: "130 million! We have a bid of 130 million!"Realizing she was now the center of attention, Selina smiled and nodded at the auctioneer, con
Selina hadn't expected Ben to suddenly appear. Thinking of David who had come and gone earlier, she guessed David might have asked Ben to bid on the jewelry. When Ashley messaged asking if she should continue bidding, Selina replied it wasn't necessary.As expected, Ashley stopped bidding, and Ben w
Selina stood tall, like a fearless warrior facing an army alone.She had maintained decorum out of social etiquette, but their persistent questioning and rude remarks had pushed her to respond.The atmosphere turned awkward and tense.Selina and Olivia were young; arguing with them would seem petty,
Ben nervously explained, "She said she had to leave early and asked me to thank you on her behalf."In truth, Ashley had intended to wait for Selina but didn't want to see her with Ben. Unable to get rid of him, she left on her own.Selina pondered for a moment. Since learning of Ashley's pregnancy,
Lately, anyone who's tried to take advantage of Selina or push her around, thinking she's young or just because she's a woman, has found themselves on the receiving end of David's behind-the-scenes pressure.At first, Vincent was puzzled when he noticed David going after people they didn't usually d
Just as Joseph called Selina to say someone had already dealt with the three men, she saw Liam approaching, his face excited and eyes full of gossip he was eager to share.Selina hung up and prepared herself: "Go ahead, tell me."Liam's persistence was an asset at work but relentless when it came to
Selina's mouth twitched, "You can leave now."Liam protested: "You're using me and discarding me.""Once you've crossed the river, shouldn't you destroy the bridge to prevent enemies from following?" Selina replied matter-of-factly, gesturing to the coffee cup. "Besides, I treated you to coffee, did