She Left, She Thrived, She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 123

“Mr. Marcelline, Ms. Royce is a friend of mine. She would never push that young lady over there out of jealousy. After all… at someone else’s company anniversary, Ms. Royce’s attire is far more appropriate and formal…”

“Unlike some people, who try to steal the spotlight and just make a spectacle of themselves. She’s not an oyster, so I’m not sure why she’s draped in so many pearls. It’s a bit much, isn’t it?”

Harper Ellington’s words made Melanie laugh.

Dominic had merely thought Evelyn's outfit was a bit over-the-top for a partner’s anniversary party, but after hearing Harper’s description, he suddenly found it tacky and started to regret the millions he had spent.

Seeing Harper subtly insult her and the disgusted look on Dominic’s face, Evelyn was both shocked and furious.

Around them, more and more guests began to point and whisper at Evelyn.

Evelyn looked to Fiona for help.

But this time, even the usually imperious Fiona didn't dare to make a scene.

“Come on, Ms. Royce, let’s go sit over there.”

“Please, call me Melanie.”

As Harper Ellington took her by the hand, Melanie felt both flattered and surprised.

Why was she being so kind to her?

First defending her, and now asking her to sit together.

They hadn't even spoken a word at Gabriel’s party before.

Melanie was puzzled.

In truth, Harper Ellington had her own reasons.

Recently, Melanie had been gaining some fame in their social circle.

Because of Preston.

Although Preston rarely made public appearances and never discussed his private life when he did, there was no such thing as a perfect secret.

Almost everyone in their small circle knew—

Preston treated Melanie differently.

Besides the fact that Harper already had a good impression of Melanie, she also wanted to do her a favor. If she ever managed to get on the wrong side of that ruthless Mr. Whitmore from Stellaris PharmaTech, she might have a get-out-of-jail-free card.

As she led Melanie away, Harper shot a disgusted glance at the pale-faced Evelyn.

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