Chapter 116
Chapter 116:
With those few words, Yelena walked toward the stage with graceful, confident steps. The room was silent as all eyes turned to watch her. Sitting down with elegance, Yelena began to speak with poise and assurance.
“Good day, ladies. I’m honored to share something about the art of tea with you all. For starters, we all know that tea, along with coffee and cocoa, are the most popular beverages. And people have been drinking tea for centuries p>
There wasn’t a hint of nervousness in her voice as she spoke, weaving through the rich history and origins of tea. The crowd was mesmerized by her sharing, and her calm demeanor had them all entranced. Previously, there had been several similar gatherings, but the tea connoisseurs’ explanations had always been tedious, making it nearly impossible for anyone to stay engaged. But Yelena was different.
Her presentation was vibrant and filled with fresh insights that grabbed everyone’s attention. Anyone unfamiliar with her might have believed she was a seasoned tea master herself. Her attire and poise were flawless, leaving no room for criticism. The guests around her couldn’t help but admire her.
“The Harris daughter is really something. She’s not just beautiful, but knowledgeable, too. She clearly understands the tea culture p>
“Absolutely, and her voice is so pleasant. She makes it a joy to listen to p>
“I didn’t know her before, but I thought she lacked both learning and skill. Turns out, I was wrong p>
Even the Harris family was taken aback. They hadn’t expected Yelena to know so much about tea. On stage, Yelena sat with complete confidence, sharing fascinating anecdotes with effortless grace, never stumbling over her words. The room buzzed with compliments about her—her beauty, her elegance, and her impressive knowledge.
But Bella? She was fuming with jealousy. Why was it that everyone seemed to fall under Yelena’s spell? Bella knew the truth—she knew Yelena’s past, even if the others didn’t. She wasn’t fooled by Yelena’s act. In Bella’s mind, Yelena was just playing everyone. Maybe Yelena was using information she’d Googled to impress the crowd. How dare she stand there, lecturing them as if she were a real expert?
𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝘁 g𝖺𝖑𝖓𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⫶ⅽ𝗈𝗺
Bella’s eyes burned with resentment, and a wave of jealousy surged through her. She wished she could expose Yelena for the fraud she believed her to be. But Bella held back—after all, they were technically sisters in name, and she didn’t want to cause a scene… not yet.
Just then, a voice interrupted the air, cutting through the compliments. “Wait a minute, I have a question p>
The room fell into an awkward silence as all eyes turned toward Sonya, who had abruptly stood up. Yelena’s words halted mid-sentence, and the air became thick with tension. Matilda, sitting nearby, froze in disbelief, her hand twitching as if she could somehow pull Sonya back by sheer will.
“What is she doing?” Matilda thought, her face darkened immediately. Just moments ago, she had commended Sonya for her composure, and now this—something so impulsive and reckless. Matilda felt the heat of humiliation creep up her neck. With all the attention now on Sonya, Matilda wished she could disappear into the floor.
Despite the interruption, Yelena remained poised, her expression calm and unreadable. She glanced at Sonya, who was clearly angling for attention. “Yes? Is there something you wish to ask p>
Sonya’s lips curled into a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. “The information you just shared—it’s all pretty basic, isn’t it? Anyone could find that online. Honestly, it’s kind of dull.” Her smile widened as she added, “But I assume you know a lot about actual tea brewing, even if you’re not a professional?” The challenge hung in the air, but Yelena was unfazed. She had expected trouble the moment Bella set her up and had prepared accordingly.