He Lost Me to His Best Friend novel Chapter 417

It was Charlotte, Dominic's sister-in-law. Her voice carried a faint trace of urgency.

"Corinne and Gwen Quinn are out. To save face, they're hosting a charity gala at the Zenith Hotel tonight. Almost every elite socialite in Bay City is invited. You and Jacqueline should be receiving your invitations soon, but... whatever you do, do not attend."

"It's a trap designed entirely for you two! Because of what happened last time, those two sisters, along with Mrs. Morgan and Mrs. Lowell, were locked up for days. They're bursting with rage! They despise Scarlett and Julian, and they're planning to use this 'charity gala' to publicly humiliate you and Jacqueline in front of everyone!"

"They just made a group chat and pulled me in, asking if I wanted to join their 'crusade.' I told them I was sitting this one out, and they immediately kicked me. I don't know exactly what they have planned, but I'm incredibly worried, so I wanted to give you a heads-up."

Charlotte laid out the entire situation in one breath.

"A charity gala?"

Elara sneered, her tone dripping with contempt.

"That is so on-brand for the Quinn sisters. For years, they've used 'charity' as an excuse to form their little cliques and pollute the socialite circle. I've always despised it!"

"Charlotte, thank you for the warning. I know exactly what to do."

Charlotte still sounded anxious, her voice tight with worry.

"Elara, you've always preferred peace and quiet. You never get involved with their circles. Take my advice and just sit this one out. Don't fall into their trap."

"Those women use their families' influence to do whatever they want. I still shudder when I think about how they bullied Jacqueline back in the day... The Croft family is powerful, but you're just one person. And because of my husband's position, I have to stay strictly neutral; I can't publicly take a side. I'm terrified you'll get hurt if you go."

Elara's eyes instantly iced over.

"If they dare invite me, I dare to show up! This time, I'm not holding back! If I hadn't been abroad when they bullied Jacqueline all those years ago, I never would have stood by and watched! Don't worry, Charlotte. I know what I'm doing."

Surprised, Charlotte tried to persuade her one last time.

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