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The event hall was huge and was divided into two floors. The lower level was the hall, and the upper level consisted of rooms for guests to rest.

A chandelier nearly 10 feet long hung from the ceiling dome. It cast a dazzling light on the famous. paintings, sculptures, and other artworks on the walls. It was luxurious and elegant.

Lea walked out of the room and saw Christian waiting in the corridor.

“Grandpa,” Lea called out.

Christian turned and his eyes widened in surprise. He couldn’t believe his granddaughter looked like that. Lea looked just like a princess from a legend.

When Lea walked to Christian’s side, he was still mesmerized by her.

“Grandpa, what’s wrong?” Lea asked.

“You’re beautiful. I’ll buy you more beautiful clothes in the future,” Christian said.

“Of course I am beautiful. After all, I’m your granddaughter,” Lea retorted.

Christian raised his eyebrows and chuckled.

Lea held Christian’s arm and they walked toward the hall.

The doors opened, and the lively hall suddenly fell silent for a moment. Then, there was a burst of

noise.

“Is the girl with Mr. Berry the highlight of the party tonight?” someone asked.

“She’s the Berry family’s useless illegitimate daughter?” another questioned.

“Why don’t we know there’s such a beautiful young lady in Vaporleon City?” a woman added.

“Looks like Mr. Berry keeps a low profile. If I had such a beautiful granddaughter, I’d have shouted it to the world long ago,” an older man grumbled.

year.

“Wow. She’s so beautiful. It’s worth it to look at her every day at home after my son marries her,” an older woman pointed out. “She’s probably still single, right? My son has just come of age this I’ll ask Mr. Berry later.”

A young man said, “Mom, I want to cancel my engagement.” In comparison to Lea, his engagement partner was too ugly.

The voices went on. Everyone was stunned by Lea’s beauty.

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“Not only is she beautiful, but she also got into Confad University. I heard that Mr. Berry is going to transfer shares to her. Are they bringing her into Berry Group?” a voice asked.

“Isn’t it the same?” someone pointed out.

“Mr. Berry doesn’t really value his genius eldest granddaughter. Looks like this second. granddaughter is even more outstanding,” another deduced.

When Lea appeared at the doors, Helen was entertaining the guests with her mother. She used this opportunity to get to know more people and promote herself.

Helen had gotten into Conrad University and had a good reputation. Now that Matilda had inherited Fraley Group, her status had also risen. She was also very

beautiful.

Helen had specially chosen a red haute couture gown with the most expensive and eye–catching jewelry. She had even put on heavy makeup so she could look even better than Lea and take over Lea as the highlight of the party.

But now, everyone only had eyes for Lea. Those praises about Lea far exceeded those about Helen.

Those rich matrons thought highly of Lea and praised her. Their classmates and those of their age admired and envied Lea.

By comparison, Helen became insignificant. No one took notice of her

anymore.

Helen felt resentful. If only Lea doesn’t exist, she thought.

But soon, Helen’s lips curled into a smile, and her gaze was vicious. She thought, ‘Lea, you’ll be humiliated as much as you’re dazzling now.

Seeing so many people being stunned by Lea and praising her continuously, the smile on Christian’s face widened. He felt very smug.

Such attention and praise was something that Lea had dreamed of in her previous life.

Lea’s confidence and reputation had been destroyed in her previous life. She needed to be recognized if she wanted to rebuild herself and her confidence. Therefore, she worked hard on scientific research to prove her value and capability

What Lea had wanted the most was Milton’s approval because he was her husband and the most important person to her. But in the end, reality proved her wrong. She had focused on the wrong

track from the start.

Right now, Lea was unperturbed by outside perception. She responded to the guests with a polite

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smile.

Everyone noticed Lea’s responses and was even more stunned by her temperament.

Christian brought Lea forward and introduced her to everyone. He also introduced her to important guests so she could come into contact with society and learn to integrate into this circle.

“Miss Berry, happy birthday. Hope you do well in school, someone said.

“Thanks, Lea replied.

After chatting with the guests, everyone liked Lea even more. Although Lea was young and looked innocent, she was polite, dignified, and humble.

Helen looked at Lea and those prominent people. Regardless of who they were, Lea could get along well with them. She was even more jealous when she saw how everyone liked Lea.

It was only because of Matilda’s solemn introduction that the older people looked at Helen and chatted with her. However, they would not be so enthusiastic.

Not only was Lea prettier than Helen, but she was also more diplomatic and more likable than Helen. Even her results were also far better than Helen’s. In comparison, Helen was still inferior to Lea. Helen felt utterly useless.

Helen’s face contorted.

When Matilda saw her daughter looking like that, she looked at Lea coldly. Tonight, no matter what, she had to chase Lea out of the Berry family.

“Helen,” Matilda called out a few times before Helen came back to her senses.

“Mom…” Helen’s eyes were red with grievance. If they weren’t under public scrutiny, she would have burst into tears.

“Drink some water.” Matilda wanted Helen to calm down. She handed her daughter a glass of cold

water.

Helen took the water and took a big sip. Her emotions calmed a little. She told herself not to be angry. She would let Lea be smug for now. Lea would suffer later.

Lea followed Christian around and realized that there were many more younger guests. Many of their classmates from Vaporleon High School also came. There were also many reporters.

Christian kept a low profile. He only valued the upper–class circle of Vaporleon City. Most of them

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were his

peers. He did not interact with nor know those younger than him.

Christian needed to invite the media to bear witness but would only invite traditional and important media personnel. no more.

These were all done by Helen. And Matilda had to agree before Helen made a move.

Lea glanced at Helen and Matilda.

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Helen was dressed too grandly today. Before Lea appeared, everyone thought she was the highlight of the party tonight. Some even congratulated her.

However, when Lea appeared, Helen’s outfit seemed a little vulgar.

Appearance was something one was born with. Temperament was unique to oneself. There was no way Helen could surpass Lea in looks.

As for Matilda, she looked haggard and had lost a lot of weight, but her dark purple gown was still luxurious and dignified. However, she had suffered repeated crises in the last two months and did not look radiant. She appeared dark but ruthless.

Meanwhile, Matilda saw a figure from the corner of her eye and was shocked. She dodged among the guests and chased after the figure,

Alarmed, Matilda pulled Nixon behind the pillar and looked around. No one she knew saw her. She‘ lowered her voice. “What are you doing here?”

“Why are you so nervous? Why can’t I come?” Nixon asked.

“You’re crazy. Ewan…” Matilda did not finish her sentence but Nixon understood.

Nixon moved Matilda’s hand away and tidied up his luxurious suit. He pushed up his gold–framed glasses. His slightly long hairstyle made him look a little flirtatious. “What are you worried about? Aren’t you prepared?”

Matilda glared at Nixon, her eyes full of warning and anger.

Nixon said, “I received an invitation and decided to come. I can get to know a few more people and get investments for the hospital. Not many people here know me, so you don’t need to worry.”

Before Fraley Hospital’s accident, Nixon was also a famous figure in Vaporleon City.

However, because Henry did not like it, Nixon’s relationship with Matilda had to be kept a secret. Nixon could not enter such a circle. Therefore, everyone only heard of Nixon’s name but did not recognize him.

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Nixon didn’t think there was a need to worry.

“How did you get an invitation?” Matilda was very cautious when it was critical.

“It was probably sent to the hospital,” Nixon answered.

Matilda couldn’t verify that now.

As Christian wanted the party to be lively this time, he did not overly restrict the guests invited. Helen wanted to invite her classmates and also let the media in, so they sent out a lot of invitations. There were more people than they had imagined.

“You need to leave now,” Matilda said.

“Alright…” Nixon was a little frustrated. “I’ll have a drink with those CEOs before I go.”

Only then did Matilda feel slightly relieved. She was afraid that if they talked too much, they would draw attention, so she left first.