Chapter 740

The money spent on Shelly was a worthy investment.

Mia and Shelly joined the party. Most of the guests were there, hence the lively atmosphere.

Shelly took out her phone to take pictures. "Monalize, this private resort is a new place. Only reservations are accepted. It's never opened to the public.

"I've heard that everything here, from the designs to the decorations, is branded. Especially those plants in the parlor—they are rare and imported from abroad, some even endangered species."

Mia remained composed, though she played along with an astonished expression. "Really? The parlor is beautifully and exquisitely decorated, and the outdoor design is stunning, too."

"Some might find this a novelty," Shelly remarked.

Sharon and Veronica approached them, with Sharon exuding elegance and high spirits. However, Mia's striking red attire seemed to irk Sharon—it made Mia stand out, almost as if she were the woman of the hour.

Veronica sized Mia up and blurted, "Ms. Monalize, today