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Chapter 353
Ada felt a surge of surprise and excitement, almost at a loss for words! She had pleaded
with everyone she knew to help her get a piece of jewelry designed by Alexa, but so far,
nothing has
worked out.
In a surprising turn of events, Bella presented her with Alexa’s brooch as a gift. Thus, Ada
was thrilled.
“No, no, no… Ms. Thompson, I appreciate your kindness, but this gift is too precious. I
really can’t accept it,” Ada expressed. Despite genuinely liking it, she hesitated out of
pride and politely declined.
“The brooch once consoled my wounded soul, but now I have completely emerged from
the shadows, and in the future, I will never tread the same path again.”
Bella smiled lightly, her gaze incredibly resolute. “So, this gift is more of a beautiful wish.
It once helped me overcome my sadness, and I hope this little thing will bring you the best
of luck in the future.”
Justin’s pupils contracted. He felt a piercing pain, as if his chest had been struck. His heart
ached and went numb.
The fleeting hidden joy from moments ago was ruthlessly extinguished by Bella with a
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtbucket of icy water, chilling to the core.
“Oh! Well then… Ms. Thompson, I’ll accept your generous gift. Thank you so much! I really
appreciate it.” Ada exclaimed, cradling the brooch that Bella had once again bestowed
with sacred value. Her grin was so wide that she could not close her mouth.
Goodness, was this still the aloof international superstar? What a drastic transformation!
“Why?!” Bethany could not contain her anger as she turned to Shannon and said, “Mom,
our family has spent a fortune to set up this stage. Why should we let this wretched
woman show off here? It’s just a worthless brooch. We can afford to give her the same!
You should think of a solution to get that bitch out of here!”
“A solution? Why should I bother coming up with a solution?”
Shannon’s eyes darkened as her lips curled into a sinister smile. “Bella is a jinx. Just now,
that bastard used Ada to mock me. Now, he’s getting what he deserves.”
Though Bethany felt annoyed, she could not help but be suspicious.
Before the divorce, Bella used to be terrified of Justin, like a startled bird. A slight furrow in
his brows would make her feel troubled for days. Now, after the divorce, it seemed like she
had completely turned the tables, toying with Justin at her fingertips.
If Bella had displayed this skill earlier, Rosalind might not even be in the picture.
“Ms. Bella Thompson!”
Zoe finally became indignant, thinking herself righteous as she stepped in front of Bella.
With a fake smile, she said, “Of all the times you could present Ms. Wang with your gift,
why choose tonight at the Salvadors’ welcoming banquet? Are you trying to steal the
limelight?”
When Justin saw Zoe unnecessarily defending him, his eyes darkened.
“If presenting a gift is stealing the limelight from Mr. Salvador, I think that you might be
underestimating Mr. Salvador’s charm, Ms. Hoffman.”
Bella narrowed her beautiful eyes. “The Salvadors are the hosts of this welcoming
banquet. Mr. Salvador is right here to witness everything, and he hasn’t objected to
anything. Ms. Hoffman, don’t you think that you are overstepping your boundaries as a
guest?”
Zoe was so enraged that her eyes seemed ready to spew fire, but with so many people
watching, she could not afford to lose her composure.
Bella let out a faint sigh and said apologetically to Ada, “Ms. Wang, it seems I’m not very
welcome here, and I understand completely. After all, Salvador Corporation and KS Group
have always been business rivals. My appearance is indeed abrupt. Since I’ve delivered
my gift, I won’t intrude any longer. I’ll take my leave now.”
With that, she turned to leave.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“Ms. Thompson, wait!” Ada hurriedly approached Bella. “I would like to have an in-depth
discussion with you about Alexa Jewelry. Do you have time tonight?”
“Of course. KS World Hotel has prepared exquisite Savrow cuisine and fine wine for you,
Ms. Wang. Why don’t we chat over dinner?” Bella replied.
The crowd was stunned. Bella Thompson’s audacity was astonishing. She was openly
poaching the star of the show at the Salvadors’ event!
Justin felt a pang in his chest. Just as he was about to stop Ada, Ada happened to glance at
him and offer him a slightly apologetic smile. “Mr. Salvador, I have some unexpected
matters to attend to, so I’m afraid I have to leave early tonight. I wish you all a pleasant
time ahead.”
Everyone was dumbfounded.
Was that all Ada had to say?! This woman, just as rumored, only did as she pleased.
“Mr. Salvador, I don’t mind arranging another seat at the table for you. Would you like to
join the feast?” Bella smiled and extended an invitation to Justin, but there was no hint of
warmth in her eyes.
Justin clenched his teeth, his heart pounding against his ribs. Just as he was about to say
something, Bella suddenly laughed. “Well, with so many guests here tonight, it seems you
already have your hands full, Mr. Salvador. Perhaps next time, if there’s a chance.”
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