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Chapter 149

Author: Ginger Sue
Madam?

The guests were shocked to hear Rose call Alyssa that, especially Liana, whose jaw had fallen open.

What was their connection? Why was Rose referring to her with such respect?

Wasn't Alyssa only 24 years old? Rose was only four years older than her, and she had already been in the fashion industry for at least a decade. She'd had countless achievements, like being in the spotlight of International Fashion Week and receiving accolades.

So, who was Alyssa to her then?

"Who are you calling old? Have you ever seen a 24-year-old senior citizen?" Alyssa scowled, crossing her arms in front of her chest. "Women never age."

"That's because I respect you too much, Madam!" Rose leaned against Alyssa, her hand around her waist in an affectionate manner. "You should have told me before you came over. I haven't even cleaned up properly yet!"

"I didn't plan to, originally. But one of my meetings was canceled all of a sudden, so I had time to come visit."

"Ah … so this was just a conven
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