The Beauty and the Brain by Natalie Jones novel Chapter 40

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Carly and Ira walked downstairs together, and Mia pretended to be angry as she said, “You didn’t even greet your elders when you arrived, how rude!” 

Carly approached with a smile and said playfully, “Mom, I know I was wrong.” 

Aria laughed and said, “No worries, no worries, we’re all family here, no need to be so particular!” 

Ira also said, “Ms. Dillon, please don’t blame Carly. It’s me who wanted to take her around and 

explore.” 

Mia said with a smile, “Alright, alright, I won’t say anymore. With so many people protecting her, how would I dare to offend this little princess?” 

Carly’s face turned red with embarrassment, and she said, “Mom, don’t talk nonsense!” 

The surrounding guests watched this scene, and it seemed inevitable that the Hebert family and the 

Spence family would eventually be united in marriage. Aria had publicly acknowledged them as 

family, and Ira and Carly appeared to be mutually smitten. Although Carly was a bit young now, s 

was beautiful and kind–hearted, and would undoubtedly become the future young mistress of the Hebert family! 

The marriage between the Spence family and the Hebert family has made the Spence family even 

more prestigious in Las Vegas. Many people are eager to get on their good side. 

The ladies immediately went up to flatter Mia, while also complimenting Carly in the process. 

“Mrs. Spence is truly fortunate to have such a well–behaved and beautiful daughter!” 

“Not only that, but Olive is also so beautiful. She’s the dream girl of many people. She must have inherited the good genes from Mrs. Spence!” 

“Mrs. Spence’s son is so capable, I heard he’s opening another subsidiary soon. And her daughters. 

are so beautiful, I’m really envious!” 

“Not at all, you ladies are too kind!” Mia said with a grin, unable to contain her excitement. If Carly 

were to marry into the Hebert family, she would become Ira’s mother–in–law. And Ira was the sole 

heir to the Hebert family fortune! 

Carly was also praised and felt elated. Although she was not as stunning as her second sister Olive, she was still young, and her pure beauty was enough for now. Once she entered the entertainment industry, she would surely become even more popular than her sister! 

As everyone chatted and laughed, the banquet was about to begin. 

At this moment, Marie arrived at the Hebert residence. After handing over the invitation, the doorman pushed the door open. The sound of the door opening caught the attention of the guests, 

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who all turned around to see a young girl dressed in a long white gown, elegantly making her 

entrance. 

Her eyebrows and eyes were as beautiful as a painting, adorned with white gauze and peach. blossoms, making her surpassingly beautiful and exuding an air of elegance and grace. 

Her eyes were clear and bright, taking in her surroundings as if she were a lost fawn in the woods, captivating and enchanting. 

Her light makeup accentuated her delicate features, while her slightly curled long hair framed her slender waist, which was easily encircled by a hand. The high–waisted skirt highlighted her graceful figure. 

Everyone was buzzing with curiosity, wondering which family’s young lady had arrived fashionably late, yet outshining all the other beauties present. 

Ira was momentarily stunned, for he had never seen such a breathtaking beauty before. Her features were so delicate, her gaze so enchanting, and just one glance at her slender waist made him yearn to step forward and embrace her, imagining the wonderful sensation it would bring. 

“Ira? Ira?” Carly called out several times, but Ira didn’t hear her. 

Carly watched Ira’s reaction, clenching her fists in anger. Damn it, Marie! She had left her at home, but somehow, she had found a dress and shamelessly followed them, trying to seduce her Ira. She really was a despicable little vixen!