The Framed Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 40

Chapter 40 Three More Invitations

Chapter 40 Three More Invitations

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“With all this attention, she really thinks she’s some kind of princess, doesn’t she? But today’s definitely not her day to steal the spotlight. She’s just trying to outshine everyone else.”

You don’t get it. Whenever Ms. Summer shows up at an event, all four of her brothers are always right there with her. They treat her like royalty–it’s like she’s their queen, and they’re her loyal followers.”

“Forget it. The Summers brothers are all so good–looking, and the twins are just adorable

“Honestly, if I had four brothers… Forget it. I’d never want to fight over the inheritance with four other people.”

“I heard that Stella isn’t even their real sister.”

In high society circles, people weren’t like the average person.

They already came from wealthy families, some even richer than the Summers, so they didn’t envy Stella. Instead, they just commented on her situation. No one longed for the attention she seemed to thrive on.

After all, the idea of splitting an inheritance with another person wasn’t exactly a dream for them.

Aside from a few who were interested in the Summers brothers and tried to win Stella’s favor, most people in these circles paid little attention–if any at all.

The Summers brothers were the real attraction, drawing romantic interests wherever they went.

For the Summers, spoiling Stella had always been the norm. They didn’t even think about it much, as they were used to the special treatment.

The way the others were looking at them made Stella think they were jealous or envious. She smiled a little wider, her confidence growing

Standing hand in hand, Kate and Thomas waited for their children to arrive.

Their faces were lit up with pride.

With four exceptional sons and a daughter who was just as impressive, they couldn’t have been prouder.

The family walked toward the hotel, under the watchful eyes of the onlookers.

But just before they could enter, security stopped them.

“Excuse me, are you Mr. and Mrs. Summer from Summer Group?”

Thomas nodded. “Yes, that’s us.”

The security officer continued, “Each invitation is valid for two people only. You have more than that. You’ll need extra invitations

Thomas’s face turned red with embarrassment. “Wait… isn’t each invitation meant for an entire family?”

Other distinguished guests passing by occasionally glanced over.

The attention made the Summers even more uncomfortable. They didn’t want anyone thinking they were trying to slip in without paying their way.

“Yes, isn’t each invitation supposed to be for one family?” Kate hesitated as she asked.

The four brothers and Stella exchanged glances.

“Sorry, but your family still needs three more invitations,” the security guard said with a polite but firm smile.

“How do we get them?” Blair asked in a low, tense voice.

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Chapter 40 Three More Invitations

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The security guard smiled back. “It’s one million per invitation. You can take care of it with our assistant over there.

Hearing the price of one million per invitation left the Summers stunned.

Ashen–faced, they couldn’t believe it. “Wh–what? A million each?”

It was hard to grasp just how outrageous this was

While one million might not be a huge amount for certain high–profile events, it seemed absurd for this particular dinner.

Since they needed three more invitations, that would be three million, a colossal sum.

It wasn’t some ultra–exclusive gala–sure, Barlow Group was hosting it, but it wasn’t exactly a once–in–a–lifetime kind of