GoodReadOf course, Rena and Waylen received invitations as distinguished guests. Aline crossed paths with Rena.
“Rena!” Holding a glass of wine, Aline greeted her with a smile.
“I didn’t expect to see you here. Are you a racing enthusiast too
Rena appeared composed, her smile faint.
“I came out for a bit of relaxation. Miss Hanson, why are you here? I heard you were subpoenaed in connection with a murder case the other day. It’s surprising that you’d be interested in attending a competition amidst such involvement.”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAline’s expression shifted slightly.
Nevertheless, she maintained her composure and responded, “To those with pure intentions, everything appears pure.”
As Rena appeared poised to continue, another woman approached them and began, “Miss Hanson, we..
But she seemed somewhat embarrassed.
It was Ruth.
Rena regarded Ruth with a slight furrow of her brow.
“You’re still associating with Miss Hanson?”
Ruth hesitated to respond.
A disapproving look clouded Rena’s face, “Ruth, you signed up with my company, yet you’re still in contact with Miss Hanson… You’ve violated my trust.”
Rena’s demeanor grew colder, exuding a certain aura, Ruth felt somewhat uncomfortable under her gaze.
Aline, with her crimson lips curled into a smile, remarked, “Rena, you once claimed that no one would be willing to work for me. Now, I’ll return those words to you. Although Ruth is under contract to work for you, she still has the right to form friendships, doesn’t she?”
“Miss Hanson, you’re absolutely correct.”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmRena offered a faint smile and continued, “It’s been a while since we last crossed paths. Your eloquence has notably improved. However, I’ve heard that your projects have consistently stalled. I wish your career the same smoothness as your words.”
Rena’s words seemed to sting Aline, and Rena was under Waylen’s protective gaze.
Aline dared not escalate the situation further, fearing the consequences. Her envy was evident as she sneered and said to Ruth, “We shall see.”
Ruth hesitated for a moment before stating.
“What you require most at the moment is capital. With sufficient funds, any project can move forward. Then Rena won’t have any grounds for complacency, will she?”
Ruth’s words made Aline fall into deep thought.
Coincidentally, Zack approached with Danna and the No. 8 racing driver, Albert Waston.
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