The Billionaire's True Heiress From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 1826

Claire could tell he was offering out of genuine kindness.

"When's the first taping? Let me see if she can make the trip to Cabinda."

Claire knew Shirley was going to absolutely lose her mind.

Honestly, Shirley probably didn't care about the contestants; she just wanted to stare at Oakley in person.

"It's Saturday, live broadcast. It's definitely worth checking out."

Live television was a completely different beast—raw, unpredictable, and impossible to fake.

Every performer had to survive on raw talent alone.

Sure, the pre-recorded episodes could be edited to hell and back.

But the main elimination stages were always broadcast entirely live.

When Claire texted Shirley, the girl went into absolute hysterics.

Sophia instantly demanded to tag along.

Getting to Cabinda was a logistical nightmare for Shirley, but she immediately booked a flight anyway.

Since the show was next Saturday, Sophia threw a tantrum until she secured a spot.

It was the perfect excuse for a massive reunion.

Claire was fully on board and promised to clear her grueling schedule.

Hearing Yolande bring up the show had finally jogged her memory.

She casually asked Yolande if she wanted a VIP ticket.

Yolande violently recoiled. "Hard pass. Yorick would definitely think I showed up just for him."

Yolande had picked up on Yorick's sleazy motives a long time ago.

Worse, she had noticed his eyes practically glued to Claire ever since they met.

Yorick genuinely thought he was charming enough to juggle both women.

Unfortunately for him, Yolande was notoriously ruthless, and Claire—who was already engaged—wouldn't give him the time of day.

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