Chapter 230
Chapter 230:
And yet, the thought gnawed at her.
Could Yelena really have wormed her way into the wealthiest family in town? The idea was completely absurd, and her mind raced with possibilities.
Still, Sonya didn’t want to cause a scene in front of the high-society crowd gathered at the event.
She decided she would take it up with her parents later, convinced that something had slipped through the cracks of their investigation. They had been told that Yelena’s family came from a rural, struggling background.
But now that Yelena was revealed to be a wealthy heiress, everything suddenly made sense—her arrogance, her confidence, her presence. It also explained why she had been spotted in high-end places before.
Sonya felt a wave of displeasure sweep over her. She had once believed she could finally outshine Yelena, but now everything had shifted.
Bella, noticing the change in Sonya’s expression, raised an eyebrow. There was definite tension in the air, and it wasn’t hard to see that Sonya had her own opinions about Yelena. Drama was bound to unfold.
As whispers spread like wildfire, Amanda quickly stepped in, her voice calm and authoritative. “Everyone, I’m sure there’s been a misunderstanding. Yelena is the daughter of the Harris family, and Sonya is from the Roberts family. My mother invited them both. We’re all friends here, so let’s keep the peace and avoid any conflicts p>
Amanda was keen on preserving the harmony of the party her family had so carefully organized.
Her quick intervention brought the situation under control, and soon enough, the tension faded. The guests, relieved, returned to their conversations, and the party resumed its lively atmosphere.
Amid the chatter, Amanda’s gaze landed on the sparkling ring on Monica’s finger, and she couldn’t help but admire it. “Monica, that ring is absolutely stunning. Which brand is it from?” she asked, her voice tinged with envy.
Monica, basking in the attention once again, flashed a bright smile. “This is a custom piece from Cocia, one of a kind. My father gave it to me for my birthday this year, and I adore it,” she said proudly, extending her hand so everyone could admire the large, glittering diamond.
While the socialites had seen their fair share of luxury jewelry, such a massive diamond was a rare sight.
But given Monica’s elevated status, it wasn’t surprising in the least.
“It’s breathtaking, truly something to envy p>
“Yes, it must have cost a fortune p>
“Miss Mitchell, this ring perfectly complements your elegance. Not everyone could wear something like that,” Sonya added with a sweet smile, recognizing Monica’s high pedigree. She was eager to win favor with the socialites, hoping to solidify her place within their circle.
Since Sonya had been at odds with Yelena earlier, Monica saw her as the perfect ally—someone who could prove useful down the line. To Monica, friendships were only valuable if they served a purpose.
“Yes, and I appreciate your kind words,” Monica replied, clearly enjoying the attention.
She was the undeniable star of the party, basking in every compliment and piece of flattery that came her way, thoroughly enjoying her moment in the spotlight. However, she couldn’t shake the uneasy feeling she got from Yelena. The young woman’s striking beauty and quiet confidence made Monica feel unsettled. Anyone who could manage to catch Austin’s attention was clearly no ordinary person.