Caelan noticed that she seemed to have a plan and asked, "Do you already have an idea?"Jade gestured for Caelan to come closer, then whispered in his ear. Caelan frowned slightly but nodded in agreement. "This could work.""Okay, then I'll go up first." Jade didn't want to part ways with Caelan. Every moment spent with him made her feel incredibly happy.Caelan nodded. "Alright."Though his expression remained neutral, there was a hint of affection in his eyes. Even the slightest bit of affection made Jade very happy. He was opening up to her, wasn't he?Jade ran back to her dorm room, immediately heading to the balcony to watch Caelan's car below. She had only reluctantly gone back to the room when his car disappeared completely.Melanie looked at her enviously, teasing her. "Wow, people in love are really different. Their smiles can sweeten anyone."Jade knew Melanie was still upset about Shane, so she didn't mind. She shook Melanie's hand, coaxing her. "Alright, stop being a
"Oh, and who might you be?" The woman's arrogant demeanor piqued Jade's curiosity, and she stood with her arms crossed, appearing calm and collected.The woman smirked triumphantly. "You'd be scared if I told you. I'm..."Just then, a deep voice interrupted. "Miss, it's time to go back.""I'm not going back. You guys, arrest this ignorant woman!" The woman seemed to come from a strong background, or she wouldn't have dared to demand someone's arrest in broad daylight.Jade stood still, wanting to see who this woman really was.The bodyguard looked hesitant and whispered in the woman's ear, "If we don't leave now, Sir will be angry."The woman wavered but still refused to let Jade go. "Consider yourself lucky. Don't let me see you again."Upon saying that, she hurried away with her entourage.Once she left, the bystanders began murmuring. "That girl got lucky. She probably doesn't even know who she just provoked.""Let's go, let's go. Better leave this place behind."The onl
Jade couldn't sleep because she had something on her mind. She thought about sending a message to Tiffany, warning her to be careful at the party tomorrow, but she realized this was Tiffany's private matter. Would she embarrass Tiffany if she warned her outright? After all, this affair between a mistress and a wife wasn't a dignified matter, and Tiffany wouldn't want others to know about it.Jade thought for a moment, then deleted the message she had drafted. However, since she knew about this, she couldn't just ignore it. At the very least, she had to help Tiffany secretly and prevent her from getting hurt....Tiffany's birthday party was even more luxurious than Jade had imagined. To celebrate her birthday, the McAuleys had rented the entire floor of the hotel for the occasion, specifically to host the guests. Every person attending the banquet was wealthy and influential, and everyone was a member of high society.Tiffany, who was wearing a princess-style tulle gown, exuding et
Jade stepped forward and gently held Tiffany's arm, transferring strength to her through the warmth of her palm.Tiffany glanced at her gratefully and forced a smile. "I'm fine."Whispers surrounded them as everyone discussed Raelyn's sudden appearance."What's going on? Don't the McAuleys only have two daughters? How come another one suddenly popped up?""Don't you get it? She's clearly an illegitimate daughter who's been acknowledged by the McAuleys. Otherwise, why would she dress exactly like Tiffany? Obviously, she's highly valued by the McAuleys."The crowd's discussion inadvertently stabbed Tiffany in the heart once again.As Jade held Tiffany's slender arm, she felt the tremble that ran through her."Tiffany, hang in there," Jade whispered. Tiffany managed a sorrowful smile, her face turning even paler."Raelyn, what are you doing here?" Speaking in a low, strong voice, Warren McAuley strode into the banquet hall.He was wearing a black suit, and his hair was meticulous
He had organized a birthday party for Tiffany, made everyone accept Raelyn, and created the impression of deep sisterly affection between them. The reporters would probably make a big deal out of it tomorrow."Miss, Sir said to get ready. You'll be performing on stage in a bit." A servant approached Tiffany and whispered to her.Tiffany replied flatly, "Got it.""You're still performing on stage with all this going on?" Melanie exclaimed in surprise. Jade quickly gave Melanie a tug, and Melanie promptly shut her mouth upon seeing the disapproval in Jade's eyes.Tiffany adjusted her mindset and smiled at them. "Why wouldn't I perform? This is my birthday party, and I want to perform for everyone. I want them to know who the real McAuley heiress is."Seeing Tiffany's renewed determination, Jade encouraged her. "I support you.""Then accompany me backstage," Tiffany told Jade and Melanie.They both nodded and accompanied Tiffany to the backstage area.Her costume and shoes were al
Melanie was furious at this point. She shot Raelyn a glance, noticing that her attire and makeup were identical to Tiffany's, and instantly understood her intentions."Do you even know what ballet is? You're just imitating others. You'd look like a walking duck instead of a graceful swan. It's simply ridiculous." Melanie exposed Raelyn's intentions, angering her. Raelyn then shifted her gaze to Jade and redirected her anger, saying, "So you're all in cahoots. A bunch of uncivilized barbarians. Birds of a feather flock together."She not only mocked Jade and Melanie but also implicated Tiffany.Melanie was about to confront Raelyn when Jade grabbed her hand and shook her head at her. She had already seen Warren coming over.Warren favored Raelyn, so if they clashed now, Tiffany would end up getting in trouble."Why haven't you gone on stage yet?" Warren immediately reprimanded Tiffany when he came in.Raelyn complained. "Dad, Tiffany accidentally injured her foot and can't dance
"I can dance. There's no need for her to replace me," Tiffany said firmly.She didn't wholeheartedly accept Raelyn, refusing to address her by name and instead referring to her only as "her.""Are you kidding me?" Warren glanced at her injured foot, disagreeing. "You can barely stand right now, let alone dance.""Who says I can't?" Tiffany pushed away Jade's hand and rose despite the pain. She executed a series of movements before Warren, exhibiting grace and fluidity as if untouched by injury.Only Jade understood the agony Tiffany endured with each step, her foot akin to treading on blades. Raelyn's cruelty knew no bounds."Dad, since Tiffany insists on it, let her dance," Raelyn said, pleased as she watched Tiffany endure the pain to dance. "But I still want to dance with her. In case something happens on stage, I can help her out."Warren hesitated, considering whether to let Raelyn and Tiffany go on stage together.Tiffany was about to refuse, but Jade grabbed her and winke
Melanie couldn't stand Raelyn's smug demeanor, so she helped Tiffany sit down on the side and assisted Jade in treating her wound. She didn't forget to lecture Raelyn, "Can't be too sure who will make a fool of themselves later. It's not too late for you to pull out now. Don't end up falling flat on your face later—that'll be embarrassing. Hahaha."Raelyn was furious. Although she was used to being arrogant, she was still too inexperienced against someone like Melanie. She couldn't out-insult or out-fight Melanie, so she could only grit her teeth and swallow her indignation.Melanie saw her fume and smiled smugly at Jade. However, her words were directed at Raelyn. "Can't handle a little criticism, huh? Fighting us with such a narrow mind and tricks? That's just overestimating yourself."Tiffany smiled gratefully at Melanie. "You really don't hold back with your words.""Of course not. Anyone who bullies you is bullying me, and I'll make sure they regret it." Melanie intentionally