NovelEnglishUnlock the content CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE longer dealing with that unbearable Ingrid brought her a sense of rele Her life returned to its relaxed routine of social gatherings and poker games. That aftemoon, a group of ladies organized a tea party. They enjoyed fine flower tea paired with delicious pastries Evelyn, dressed in the latest Covetus dress, sank into the soft leather couch. She enjoyed the music whi chatting with the other ladies.
"It's been a while, Mrs. Johnson. You're not looking your best and seem a bit tired. Is everything airght at home?" The one speaking was Tessa Leigh. Her family had a publicly listed company and was wellknown in the investment circle. She had a round, cheerful face with dimples that made her look frendly, but her words were far from pleasant.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtChapter 0327 +25 BONUS Evelyn's smile faltered briefly before she quickly recovered and smiled even wider. "Oh, everything's fine. It's just me. I can't seem to handle the hot weather and have been sleeping poorly. So, it's taking a toll on my skin." "Really?" Tessa pursed her lips.
All the ladies knew what happened to Evelyn's family. Ingrid lay alone in the hospital after her miscarriage, and Evelyn didn't even bother to visit her.
Evelyn would keep people close when it benefited her, then toss them aside like they meant nothing when they weren't useful anymore. Only she could pull off something so cold-blooded.
"Bad skin isn't a big deal, but if your heart's rotten. Now that's the real problem, wouldn't you agree, Mrs. Johnson?" Evelyn frowned as she caught the hidden meaning in Tessa's words but held her tongue. She knew that angering Tessa might lead her to spill everything. After all, the damage would be irreparable.
"It's a bit stuffy here. I think I'll step outside for sfresh air," Evelyn said. She stood and nodded politely to everyone before stepping out.
After she left, the discussion continued.
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"It's a classic case of one wanting to play and the other willing to take the hits Let's just enjoy the ," "You're right." Evelyn didn't catch their chatter. If she didn't hear it, she could feign ignorance.
After leaving the private room, she walked toward the lobby. She was about to ask a server for a glass of water when a loud argument at the front desk grabbed her attention. "Ma'am, you can't enter without an appointment."
"Seriously? This isn't a hospital visit, to why the heck do I need to make an appointment? I just want to find I someone. Get out of my way, or I won't be polite,' Lucy said.
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