"All the misfortune in my life were caused by the Quinns. If I could, I wish I wasn't a Quinn," Mandy said.She wanted to repay them for bringing her up. If not for that, she would've changed her name a long time ago."What happened back then was far from what Romelius said. He went abroad and left me and the child here. I was driven out from the Quinn family …"Something didn't feel right to Lana as she heard Mandy's words. However, she let her continue without pointing it out."I was penniless. If Darla hadn't taken care of me, my child and I would've starved to death on the streets."So that was why Mandy and Darla had such a good relationship."When I was close to giving birth, the Quinns suddenly sent someone to take me back. I thought they had a change of heart, but little did I know …"At this point, Mandy nearly broke down."They put labor-inducing drugs in my food, causing me to give birth prematurely. After I struggled to give birth to the child, they told me that the
"Grandma, I know you're excited about having a great-grandchild, but let me try to make it happen first, okay? Babies don't just magically appear out of thin air, you know?" Liam remarked.Violet's heart skipped a beat upon hearing this."Lee, what do you mean? Haven't you and Lana sealed the deal yet?"Liam fell silent.His expression spoke volumes, leaving Violet with no room for misunderstanding."Wait, seriously? I thought you and Lana were on board with this," Violet exclaimed. "How did you manage to leave her place without things getting, you know, intimate?"As the topic arose, Liam's face flushed with embarrassment and guilt."Isn't that all thanks to you and Cherry pulling the surprise visit stunt that day?" he retorted.Otherwise, Liam might have had the chance to take things further with Lana.It turned out that Violet had unintentionally complicated the situation. "Lee, it's all my fault," Violet lamented.Her frustration was evident, and she felt utterly overwhel
In the bustling lobby of Enjoy, guests and staff gathered in a circle. They were completely enthralled by something intriguing.As Lana approached, she couldn't help but overhear their conversation."Wow, Madam, you look even more stunning and radiant in person!" one of the employees exclaimed.Marion grinned, her eyes twinkling with humor. "Did I look terrible on TV, then?"The employee chuckled nervously. "Oh, no, not at all! I meant you just exude this vibrant energy in person. On TV, you come across as a bit more reserved and composed."To maintain the graceful image of the First Lady, Marion deliberately portrayed a reserved demeanor during her TV appearances."Madam, it's wonderful to see you here!"Lana greeted Marion warmly, radiating confidence and respect without appearing timid. A glimmer of appreciation flashed in Marion's eyes as she said, "I've heard that your beauty treatments here work wonders. I'd love to give them a try."Lana graciously gestured, guiding Ma
Lana turned to Marion. She hesitated briefly before speaking earnestly. "I genuinely think this treatment will work. But your commitment is key," Lana emphasized.Lana could still sense Marion's reservations lingering in the air.Marion nodded, her determination evident in her expression. "I'm willing to give it a shot! But I do have one condition.""Please, go on," Lana encouraged."I don't want Devon to find out!" Marion's voice trembled with a touch of sorrow. "I've raised his hopes before, only to disappoint him repeatedly."Lana nodded empathetically. She could grasp the depth of Marion's concern. "I totally get it. You don't want to let President Quinn down again."Following a moment of thoughtful silence, Lana suggested, "How about this? I'll hook you up with the supplements you need, and we'll arrange for them to be delivered to your art gallery daily."You won't have to worry about President Quinn finding out. Does that sound good to you?"Marion hadn't expected Lana,
Lincoln was worried he might become entangled in the fight between Liam and Lana. So, he quickly grabbed the newly developed smartphone and swiftly retreated.However, just as he was about to escape, Liam suddenly summoned him back."Be prepared. After tonight's meeting, I'm heading to Dawsbury," Liam said.Perplexed, Lincoln asked, "Sir, why are you going to Dawsbury? There haven't been any scheduled events there recently."In response, Liam shot Lincoln a scornful look, leaving him to decipher the meaning on his own.A heavy silence descended upon the room.In hindsight, Liam could have avoided further complications by simply asking for forgiveness. He didn't have to resort to elaborate actions.Despite the unsettling phone call with Liam, Lana surprisingly found herself unfazed. She casually indulged in two extra bowls of pasta that evening and drifted off into a peaceful sleep.The next day, Lana wasted no time in following Marion's instructions from the day before. She swi
The pursuit of beauty was a universal desire. In just under 15 minutes, Lana found herself deeply engrossed in conversations with the other young ladies at the event.It was Lana's passion for beauty that motivated her to develop the remarkable beauty serum aimed at preserving her looks!The ambiance here was just splendid. The place was filled with so many gorgeous young women. They not only look stunning but are also delightful to talk to.If it weren't for Rosa and Carol, Lana would have thought she had stepped into paradise.However, something caught Lana's attention after the third round of tea. She noticed all the young ladies grabbing their bags and heading toward the dressing room.Perplexed, Lana wondered if the tea was subpar or if the pastries didn't meet their expectations.She decided to approach one of the young ladies and asked, "Hey, what's going on? Why is everyone changing their clothes in the middle of the event?"The young lady Lana had asked raised her bag a
Rosa's comments dripped with sarcasm as she watched Lana's performance. "What's so impressive about this? It's only because your fundamentals are strong." However, everyone in the audience was well-versed in ballet. They could see that Lana's movements were far more intricate than a simple demonstration of solid basics.Lana's dedication and years of practice were apparent. It was evident in the refined results she showcased on stage.As the saying goes, "Success is 99 percent perspiration and 1 percent inspiration." Lana's performance perfectly illustrated the truth of these words.Shifting the spotlight to Rosa, someone in the group said, "Rosa, you're an outstanding ballet dancer, one of the best in Dawsbury City. How about treating us to a performance today?""Yeah, we've all been eager to see you in action. Could you make our day and dance for us?" another member added enthusiastically.Some of those who usually enjoyed buttering up Rosa found themselves coming to her defen
"Emilia, you're putting me in a tough spot here," Rosa said, her smile faint as she sipped her tea delicately."My father entrusted the Watson Club to me as a sort of social hub for everyone. But honestly, it's just a title. I don't have the power to make any major decisions," Emilia explained, her hesitation apparent.To any observer, it was clear that Emilia wanted no part in Rosa's messy affairs. She was keeping her distance from the situation.However, Rosa, being the President's beloved niece, couldn't grasp Emilia's detachment."Emilia, Lana's fate lies entirely in your hands. A simple nod from you is all I need. I assure you, I will take care of the rest," Rosa persisted, trying to sway Emilia's decision.Emilia's patience wore thin, her frustration evident in the furrow of her brow. Yet, Rosa seemed unaware that not everyone was captivated by her charm."Emilia, pretty please?" Rosa tried to persuade Emilia into compliance. She used the same tactics she employed with Pr