Rural Belle & Three Heirs

Thaddeus chuckled and said, "Hey, I heard some juicy gossip..."

"Oh yeah? What kind of gossip? Is it about the Blackwood Family's business tanking?" Moira asked, her curiosity piqued.

Thaddeus shook his head. "Nah, it's even better. Last night, Mrs. Martin invited Vesper over to the Martin Family's place. She was trying to set Vesper up with Grant, but Grant totally ignored her."noveldrama

"Seriously? That actually happened?"

Moira turned to look at Chloe, her eyes wide with surprise. She silently asked Chloe if she knew anything about it.

Chloe was at a loss for words. Could she admit she had no clue?

"I heard Vesper told her friend she wanted to add Grant on Facebook, but he didn't accept and just drove off."

"Who's Vesper? She's a socialite from the Blackwood Family. When has she ever been treated like this?"

Thaddeus shared what he knew with Chloe and Moira.

Moira looked at Chloe and said, "Ha, no wonder she's been so hostile towards you. It's all because of this? If Grant had added her on Facebook last night, none of this would be happening."

Chloe sighed inwardly. It seemed she was taking the heat for Grant.

Chloe had a good temperament and soon started chatting with the friends Moira introduced her to.

Tonight's banquet was hosted by the Blackwood Family.

After a short while, Vesper returned, having changed her outfit. On her wrist was a luxurious bracelet.

Compared to Vesper's opulence, Chloe, who was just wearing a simple dress, seemed quite plain.

She had many luxury accessories, but as a student, she rarely wore them.

Unexpectedly, her low profile became a reason for Vesper to target her repeatedly.

Vesper led a few people over to Chloe and Moira. Sensing trouble, Moira tried to pull Chloe away.

She couldn't afford to offend the Blackwood Family, but she also didn't want to see Chloe being mistreated.

At that moment, Vesper stopped them from leaving.

"Moira, where are you taking Miss Davis?"

Moira, feeling awkward, forced a smile. "Oh, nowhere special, we just wanted to get some fresh air."

"Fresh air? I invited you to my banquet, not to have you wandering off."

"I just got a new bracelet and wanted to show it to you all." "Everyone, come take a look."

Vesper gathered everyone around and raised her wrist to show off her bracelet.

The bracelet was gilded, with a unique design and exquisite craftsmanship. The clasp was adorned with a vibrant green gemstone, rumored to be worth a fortune, taken from a queen's crown.

Without some serious connections or wealth, not only would it be impossible to buy such a bracelet, but even seeing it would be a stretch.

Everyone started praising Vesper's bracelet.

"Ms. Blackwood, this bracelet must be worth a fortune. I recognize that gemstone; it's incredibly rare..."

"Yeah, I've only seen that gemstone on TV. The late queen wore it on her crown during a state visit."

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"Only someone as elegant as Ms. Blackwood could pull off such a bracelet."

"Thanks to Ms. Blackwood, I get to see such a beautiful piece."

Amidst the compliments, Vesper started to lose herself. She knew she was the star of tonight's banquet.

She relished the feeling of being the center of attention.

Moira, seeing the bracelet, couldn't help but praise it to Chloe.

She whispered, "Vesper really went all out, huh? For such a small party, she wore such

an expensive bracelet. She's making everyone else look bad."

Hearing Moira's words, Chloe shook her head.

She whispered back, "That bracelet isn't as valuable as it seems..."

"Don't feel bad. The Thorne Group's annual profit could buy one."

Chloe was joking quietly with Moira, but Vesper, who had been watching her, overheard.

Already upset about Grant, Vesper's face darkened when she heard Chloe say her

bracelet wasn't that valuable.

"Miss Davis, what do you mean by that? Are you saying my bracelet isn't as valuable as

it seems? Are you implying it's fake?"

Vesper raised her voice, directly confronting Chloe.

All eyes at the banquet turned to Chloe.

Chloe was speechless. She had just whispered a comment, and Vesper heard it? How closely was she watching her?

"Who is this 'Miss Davis'? What kind of taste does she have to say Ms. Blackwood's bracelet isn't worth much?"

"Is she kidding? Ms. Blackwood's bracelet is a priceless treasure that many people couldn't afford in a lifetime. And she, a nobody, says it's not worth much?"

People started criticizing Chloe.

Some guests recognized Chloe.

They whispered, "Isn't she the socialite from the Davis Family engaged to the Martin Family?"

"Yes, that's her. Not very impressive looking, and her taste isn't great either. Has she even seen a gilded bracelet before? Saying it's not worth much?"

"Shh... Maybe she has. After all, she's engaged to the Martin Family. They have plenty of treasures."

"From what I know, the Martin Family hasn't given her anything. Mrs. Martin made it clear she doesn't approve of her as her son's wife."

The murmurs made Vesper smile.

She wanted Chloe to back off, to realize that someone as noble as Grant was out of her league.

Only she was worthy of someone like Grant.

Moira, always protective of Chloe, didn't want her to be embarrassed. She said, "Ms. Blackwood, Chloe didn't mean anything. She didn't say your bracelet isn't valuable."

"You're overthinking it..."

Moira's words angered Vesper. She pushed Moira aside and said, "Moira, this has nothing to do with you. Step aside."

Seeing Vesper treat Moira this way, Chloe's temper flared.

She stood tall, looked Vesper in the eye, and said firmly, "I said it. Your bracelet isn't worth much!"