Chapter 244 Yolanda was seated at a black grand piano, playing a beautiful birthday melody. A crowd had gathered around, admiring the grace of the “piano princess p> When the piece concluded, Yolanda rose, her gown sweeping the floor, and gave a perfectly executed bow to the appreciative audience. Then,
Chapter 243 “Good. Don’t make the same mistake again. Misbehavior will be punished,” Oscar said, his lips curling into a smile that sent a chill down Queena’s spine. “Mr. Rogers and my sister are so in love. It’s truly something to envy,” Yvonne said, appearing suddenly behind them. Oscar looked
Chapter 242 A strained smile touched Queena’s lips. She instinctively glanced at Oscar, but he wasn’t looking at her; he was politely greeting an acquaintance. Mrs. James Sr. held Queena’s hand and chattered on for some time, but Queena’s mind was elsewhere, the words going in one ear and out
Chapter 241 “Oh, dear. They say heirlooms can carry a family’s luck. Now that the sculpture is shattered, isn’t that a terrible omen? If something were to suddenly happen to Grandpa, Aunt Marcia, you would be the disgrace of the James family p> “You-you!” Marcia raised her hand to strike,
Chapter 240 Jerome also gifted a famous work of calligraphy, one his wife had flown to an auction house to acquire after a long wait. It was rarer and more expensive than Joshua’s painting. But Mr. James Sr. merely gave it a cursory glance, responded with a lukewarm “Mm,” and
Chapter 239 However, before she could finish, Mr. James Sr. roared, “Have you said enough?! If you don’t want to eat, then get out p> Although Mr. James Sr. favored Mrs. James Sr. and her children, what he desired most was a peaceful family. He had always deluded himself into
Chapter 238 Mr. James Sr. glared at Yvonne with a grim face, while Mrs. James Sr. pulled her darling grandson into her arms. Joshua didn’t say anything, but his expression was cold. Both Teresa and Jerome looked at Yvonne with reproach in their eyes. Marcia was more direct, scolding, “Trash
Chapter 237 Jerome still had some affection for his sister, but his wife was indifferent. That’s why his family went to the main villa for breakfast without waiting for them. Teresa hurried with Jeffrey and Yvonne to the main villa where Mr. James Sr. lived. When they arrived, Mr. James
Chapter 236 “Are the guest rooms upstairs? I’m tired and want to rest,” Yvonne said, cutting Jerome off impatiently. This brother and sister duo, one dumber than the next. No wonder their step-siblings had pushed them into a corner. Jerome clearly disliked his niece. He frowned, waved a dismissive hand,
Chapter 235 “Hah, a few days apart and you’re a completely different person. I really underestimated this little niece of mine. Who knew she had such a sharp tongue p> Joshua’s expression was mocking, his eyes on Yvonne as if she were a new toy. Yvonne looked up, gave him
Chapter 234 ‘Dad, we’re late.’ Teresa entered, speaking cautiously, her voice tinged with timidity. It was clear she was terrified of Mr. James Sr. Mr. James Sr.’s face was grim, and he said nothing. It was Marcia who spoke first. “Late for a family dinner? I guess Dad doesn’t matter
Chapter 233 She couldn’t be bothered with the Spencer family’s affairs now. After she spoke, there was a moment of silence on the other end, followed by a long sigh. “Yvonne, I know you resent us. But Dad just got into trouble, and Mom kicked Queena out. The James family
Chapter 232 As Yvonne reached the doorway, she instinctively glanced back at Bennett. His right hand was wrapped in white gauze, and he was listening to Yolanda with his head slightly tilted, a gentle expression on his face. Yvonne averted her gaze and followed Thomas out. Yolanda sat beside Bennett,
Chapter 231 Her piano skills were subpar, but her singing was decent enough to make up for it. Yvonne hesitated for a moment before her slender fingers rested on the black and white keys. It had been a long time since she’d touched a piano. She had never really learned
Chapter 230 Yvonne didn’t particularly want to approach them, but since Thomas had already spoken, it would be rude not to go over and say hello. “Ms. Jones, hello,” Yolanda said with a soft smile, offering her hand to Yvonne. But the slight lift of her eyebrows betrayed a hint
Chapter 229 “What, can’t control your eyes when you see a pretty girl? Should I help you gouge them out p> Noah turned his gaze from Yvonne to his wife, his eyes full of gentle affection. “Pretty girls always have venomous hearts. I wouldn’t dare get too close p> “So,
Chapter 228 For the next week, her schedule was packed with filming every day. In the evenings, she occasionally had to rehearse lines with other cast members. Of course, as the male and female leads, Yvonne and Thomas spent the most time rehearsing together. But Yvonne was careful to maintain
Chapter 227 Helen didn’t presume to take them, glancing instinctively at Bennett instead. From the alcohol, Bennett’s eyes were bloodshot. His usual icy demeanor was softened, revealing a rare hint of vulnerability. He looked up at Yvonne, his eyes as calm and unreadable as ever. “Take the car. I’ll have
Chapter 226 How could she not want to marry him? But her undercover mission wasn’t over. She had to force herself to say no. The diamond ring had been custom-made by a world-renowned designer, one of a kind. Just as he was about to slip it onto her ring finger,
Chapter 225 By the time of Yvonne’s ‘accident,’ the new apartment had already been renovated and was airing out. Later, she took the undercover assignment and never got the chance to move into the new home before she died. But Yvonne never imagined that her parents hadn’t moved either, that