Chapter 474
Chapter 474:
But Alden, who had been about to head out, spotted the scene. When Liliana returned to the country, Alden had already been in Corland. Xavier had filled him in about her, so Alden recognized her right away as Natalie and Kareem’s adopted daughter.
At first, Alden had worried that Helena might feel uncomfortable with Liliana’s existence. But Xavier had quickly reassured him that Helena wasn’t bothered at all.
Alden knew Helena well—she was always kind and generous. Since she had accepted Liliana without hesitation, he hadn’t gotten involved or given it much thought.
But today, seeing how the staff flattered Liliana and ignored Helena, Alden felt his patience snap. His jaw clenched, and instead of walking out, he changed direction and marched straight to the store manager’s office. The Harrison family might not have Helena’s back, but he’d never let her endure even the smallest slight.
Helena headed back to the fitting room, changed out of the new gown, and slipped into her own dress and shoes. She wasn’t planning to hang around any longer. The sales assistants barely looked up, muttering a half-hearted, “Thanks for visiting. Hope to see you again,” without even offering to walk her out.
Just as Helena was about to leave, a voice called out, “Ma’am, please wait! Please wait p>
The store manager, dressed to the nines in a sharp suit, hurried over. He stopped Helena first, then glanced between Helena and Liliana, flashing a too-bright smile. “Excuse me,” he said, his voice overly smooth. “May I ask which of you two esteemed ladies is the Harrison family’s heiress p>
Liliana had completed her payment minutes ago, and her name had gleamed on the receipt, bold and unmistakable.
The two sales assistants, upon spotting her surname—Harrison—had exchanged knowing glances, their suspicions solidifying. Surely, she was the daughter of that wealthy woman who had just left their store. So, when they heard the manager’s question, the two of them pointed toward Liliana in perfect unison. “It’s her! It’s her p>
The manager’s gaze flickered to Helena before settling back on Liliana. A polite smile softened his expression. “Ma’am, would you mind coming with me for a moment? There’s a contract that requires your signature p>
Liliana arched a brow, clearly puzzled. “A contract? Just for shopping here p>
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Even Helena, halfway to the door, stopped in her tracks.
“Oh, no, not at all!” The manager chuckled nervously, waving his hands in quick denial. “A VIP customer recently acquired this store and specifically requested it be gifted to the heiress of the Harrison family. As of today, you are the new owner, and I am your manager p>
He beamed as if bestowing a crown. The two assistants nearly burst with glee, straightening their postures as if they’d just won the lottery. They had treated Liliana well—and now, with this twist of fate, they redoubled their flattery.
“Miss Harrison! You’re our boss now. That’s great p>
“How could we possibly charge our boss for items from her own store? Let us process a refund right away p>
Their bootlicking was almost theatrical, and Liliana drank it in like fine champagne.