"Well, we can't just stand by and watch as Jaylene tries to put herself between our best friends, can we? Sure, Keegan loves Stella and wouldn't fall for her, but why should we give that annoying little thing a chance to try? I have to keep an eye on her and make sure she doesn't cause any trouble. It would be best to teach her a little lesson and let her know she can't just come into other people's territory!"Vermont's heart turned cold when he heard that. Though he and Felicity were in a relationship, it seemed she did not care much for her boyfriend compared to her best friend.'My ex-girlfriends were always very protective of me. Although I'm not one to cheat, plenty of women are interested in me because I'm so attractive.' Vermont's exes loved to pick a fight with him whenever he was friendly with a member of the opposite sex.'It seems like I've chosen poorly this time. Felicity is completely indifferent to women who approach me. She would even be kind enough to step aside...
The crowd turned their heads to see a stylish man standing beside Jaylene, gently reminding her that one of her earrings was loose.The man was none other than Jaylene's makeup artist, Michael Caleb. Jaylene tried to adjust her jewelry, but Michael intercepted her and said, "I'll take care of it."He fixed Jaylene's earrings and tucked in a few of her loose hairs. "I'll be right here, Ms. Saun. Just give me a call if you need anything."Jaylene nodded in response. Once Michael stepped away, her circle of friends began to chat."Is that Michael Caleb, the top-tier makeup artist in the industry?""I was wondering why Jaylene's makeup looked so different today. Turns out Mr. Caleb had a hand in it. His skills are extraordinary.""It's incredibly tough to book him. My friend couldn't even get an appointment for her birthday.""Jaylene, your makeup looks exquisite. The Sauns' long-lost daughter is going to be overshadowed when she stands next to you later.""If Jaylene can hire such
Felicity was at a loss for words because of her best friend's self-confidence.Meanwhile, Wenham was welcoming his guests and beaming with delight. He was extremely pleased to hear people congratulate him. Since his wife's passing over twenty years ago, today was the happiest day he had ever experienced. As he shook everyone's hands, he suddenly spotted a blond, blue-eyed man conversing with Keegan not far away.Wenham hesitated for a moment, then hurried over and said, "Mr. Winston?"The man turned around, and his deep-set eyes met Wenham's. He politely smiled and greeted him with a Yostrainian accent. Wenham extended his arm and shook the man's hand. His name was Danny Winston.Danny Winston was a client Wenham had dealt with recently in North Yostrain. The deal did not go through because Danny was not inclined to do business in Hustuabourg. He was not even willing to look at the proposals, let alone discuss them further.Trevor had been traveling abroad often recently, all in p
Dahlia was standing very far back in the crowd. It took her quite a bit of effort to squeeze her way to the front row. When she finally spotted the woman Trevor was leading, she felt a sense of familiarity.As she began furrowing her brows, the woman lifted her head. Dahlia was shocked to see who the true heiress of the Saun family was. She could not help but yell out, "Stella?!"The scream was incredibly abrupt in the otherwise quiet atmosphere. Stella paused for a moment, casting a faint glance toward the audience.When she met Stella's indifferent gaze, Dahlia instantly felt a chill down her spine. 'What in the world... How could the Sauns' long-lost daughter be her?! How is this possible?!' She thought.Dahlia had gone to great lengths to separate Keegan and Stella. And now, the heiress she wanted him to marry was none other than the ex-daughter-in-law she had driven away.'This is absolutely absurd!'Dahlia's face turned pale. Aurora was also shocked by the realization but d
Stella spoke at a calm and steady pace. Her speech was devoid of any exaggerated recounting of her past twenty-plus years. There was no overwhelming excitement about being recognized by the Saun family. Instead, she shared her journey from the moment she learned about her true heritage and the love and care she received from the Saun family. Her words were sincere and filled with gratitude toward her family and friends.Edith and Wilfred were in the audience and had tears in their eyes. Despite Stella's excellent upbringing, it was inevitable that they felt heartbroken after over two decades of separation.Darcie watched as Stella spoke on stage, carefully observing her features. 'They'd be identical if she just has a mole on her nose,' she thought."Mom, it's time for the group photo," Jaylene interrupted.She returned to reality and realized that Stella had already finished her speech. The elderly couple and Daryl were already on stage, taking photos.Darcie pursed her lips and
'Why are they giving me another present? What was that money pouch they gave me last time?' thought Stella as Wilfred handed her a box.She was about to decline when Trevor intervened, saying, "It's a heartfelt gesture from your grandparents. You should accept it."Upon hearing that, Stella found it hard to refuse. She took the present and said, "Thank you, Grandpa and Grandma."Following that, Daryl also handed her a gift box. "Stella, this is a gift from me and your aunt. We hope you like it."This left Stella stunned. Soon, everyone in the family was giving her gifts. Even Leighton's younger brother, Noah, who was 12 years old, prepared one for her. Before she knew it, Stella held a pile of presents from her relatives.Trevor helped her carry some of them and said, "Let me keep these for you. We'll go through the gift receipts together after the party."Stella's heart skipped a beat. "Gift receipts?"Trevor chuckled. "Yeah. Did you think everyone's here just to see you?"Wen
Danny observed Stella and noticed this was the first time since he rose to his current position that someone had taken the lead in a conversation in their language with him. He found it rather intriguing."You make a valid point," he remarked. "Did you ask me to speak Hustuabourgian because you're not proficient in Yostrainian?"Others turned their attention to Stella upon hearing that. Being bad at Yostrainian was not a big deal, but the fact that she asked Danny made it seem like she was ignorant. With Jaylene, who was fluent in Yostrainian, standing nearby, it inevitably made people think less of Stella. They realized that they not only had different upbringings but also varying education levels and views as well.Wenham was about to speak up for his daughter, but Stella admitted, "My speaking is average, but I have no problem understanding you."People learn language when they can practice it in an environment where it is often used. Stella had long set Yostrainian aside after
Danny tried to confront his business partner at the time, only to be swiftly shown the way out. He could not accept the outcome and fell into a depressive state. He wasted two years doing nothing at home. Eventually, his wife divorced him, taking their daughter with her. Meanwhile, his former business partner soared to success on the back of their joint efforts.When they crossed paths again at a class reunion, the person not only lacked remorse but also taunted him with harsh words. He denied Danny's contribution to their shared success and belittled him to the point of worthlessness.This incident then ignited his spirit to get himself together. He began to pick up the pieces and start anew. The process was tough, but the thought of being betrayed and abandoned spurred him on.His current girlfriend, whom he met during his second venture, stood by him during the most grueling moments. She provided him with much encouragement and help. However, Danny still held a deep mistrust for