Filed To Story: Returning to Her Not-So-Poor Family
What on earth had Mirabella done to have Romeo openly parading her around McMillian Corporation, even dining with her at the staff canteen as if eager to publicize their relationship?{I heard when she arrived at the corporation, the stunning Director of HR, Irene, resigned willingly, and Maria, who had a great rapport with the McMillians, was fired by Romeo. Is it because they were too beautiful, held high positions, and threatened the girl’s status]
Serena read her friend’s message, her feelings in turmoil, and didn’t reply.
[Romeo is your fiancé, but there are hardly any photos of you two together. Did something happen between you two? Does the engagement still stand?]
Upon reading this, Serena became angrier. She thought it over and decided that concealing the truth wasn’t the solution. Hence, she composed a reply.
[Honey, I broke up with Romeo a while ago. Since our parents haven’t announced it yet, we haven’t mentioned it to anyone. Now that he’s found someone he likes, I wish him well. Don’t worry about me, I have a reliable support system by my side.]
Just as Serena hit send, her friend sent over several messages, incredulously asking about what had happened.
Seeing that her friend wouldn’t stop until she knew the whole story, Serena explained, [Martin tirelessly pursued me and won me over with his sincerity. That’s why I decided to leave Romeo for him.]
Her words were quite ambiguous, insinuating that she had been the one to break up with Romeo.
Her friend was incredulous. Who would abandon the young and handsome billionaire Romeo for Martin, who paled in comparison in every aspect?
[The higher the public regard for Romeo, the more critical they are of the women around him. I don’t want to live my life wearing a mask of perfection. With Martin, I can be myself][But what about Romeo? Did he agree to let go? You two grew up together. Didn’t he try to retain you, instead of giving you up to Martin?]
Serena sent a sighing emoji.
[I was determined to break up, threatened him with never seeing each other again. Perhaps he was scared, or perhaps I broke his heart. Maybe I moved on too quickly with Martin, which is why he found someone new so soon, making such a public appearance.]
Her friend suddenly understood, [Oh, I see. He’s trying to provoke you with his new love, letting you know that he could have any woman anytime he wants. No wonder the usually low-key Romeo is so ostentatious this time, he’s trying to make you see.]
Serena sent a helpless emoji, [He knew your mother is the Assistant Director of Procurement, knew about our relationship, yet still did this.]
[God, he’s so passionate. How could you bear to hurt such a good man?]
The bestie couldn’t help but feel a pang of sympathy for Romeo, mourning over their lost love.
Upon seeing her friend’s conviction, Serena finally breathed a sigh of relief. [Romeo is just like the unreachable stars. Being with him brings a tremendous amount of pressure. My every move is under a magnifying glass and I don’t want to live such a exhausting life.]
Her bestie interjected. [But he deliberately flaunts his new flame to provoke you, indicating that he still loves you. He’s a great man, aren’t you considering going back to him and becoming his wife?]
Serena, with an air of maturity, replied, [Our relationship has just evolved. From engaged couple to good friends, the love and support we’ve given each other won’t ever change. We’re not enemies, we will continue to care, support and love each other in the future.]
When the atmosphere was right, Serena finally revealed, [Sylvia, I consider you a good friend. That’s why I’m sharing this secret with you. You must help me keep it. It can’t leak out. Once both our parents make the announcement, I’ll personally talk about it.
[Don’t worry, I won’t say a word!) After sending this message, Sylvia couldn’t help but worry about Serena’s feelings.
Upon learning that Serena was feeling a bit down and guilty after letting go, she decided to call a few girlfriends and plan a surprise visit to the Collins family, to lift Serena’s spirits.
After sending her message via WhatsApp, Serena thought she had perfectly covered her tracks and quickly put away her phone, preparing for a nap.
Around four in the afternoon.Several beautiful heiresses arrived at the entrance of Reflections Villa in their luxurious cars.
Louisa had just returned from the hospital and looked a bit haggard from the death at Crystal. Seeing so many girls, she was momentarily taken aback.
“Mrs. Collins, it’s me, Sylvia! Long time no see. Why do you look so worn out?”
“Did you not sleep well? I’m Antonia, don’t you remember me?”
“Hello, I’m Melissa.”
“I’m Nadia.”
“I’m Christine, sorry to disturb you again.”
Louisa took a closer look and realized these were all Serena’s besties, so she quickly invited them in, ‘Come in and sit. I’ve been so busy these past few days. I haven’t had a chance to catch my breath. It’s been a while. You all have become even more beautiful.”
“Thanks for your compliment, Mrs. Collins.” The young heiresses replied with radiant smiles as they followed Louisa into the villa.
Their drivers and luxury cars waited outside the gate.
“No, Mrs. Collins, don’t wake her up. We’ll just look around and when she wakes up, we’ll chat a bit and then leave.”
“It’s a rare visit from you all. Stay for dinner tonight. Don’t be shy.” Louisa called for a servant to serve them tea and snacks, kindly saying, “I’ll go upstairs and change. I’ll be right back.”
“No, Mrs. Collins, you can go about your business. We’ll just stroll around the garden.”“You’ve added so many new species to your garden. It looks beautiful.”
“We’ll just take some pictures here, play around and wait. Please don’t worry about us.”
Upon Louisa’s departure upstairs, a few girls lounged in the garden, basking in the sun and splashing in the water feature, snapping plenty of beautiful photos.
“Each visit is more impressive than the last. It’s far more beautiful than our homes.”
“Later, how about we ask Serena to give us a tour of her walk-in wardrobe? Maybe she has some unworn clothes or handbags that she’d be willing to gift us.”
“Sounds great! Let’s do it”
At that moment, a car pulled up outside the mansion.
Romeo stepped out, opening the car door for Mirabella, “Do we have visitors today?”
Mirabella glanced at the luxury cars parked at the entrance, with drivers waiting inside, “It appears so.”
“I’ll stay with you in the garden for a bit and then leave.”
Romeo was hesitant to enter the main hall with so many guests inside, yet he was reluctant to part from Mirabella so soon. Seeing a white circular table in the garden surrounded by chairs, he pulled one out for Mirabella.
“when you have some free time, come visit my mother. She just mentioned on WhatsApp, insisting I invite you over soon.”
“Maybe in a few days,” Mirabella smiled, “Your mother has also mentioned it to me.”
On the other side of the mansion.Louisa descended the stairs after changing her clothes, just as she reached the last step, her vision darkened, and she felt faint.
“Madam, are you okay?” Edith rushed forward to support her.
After a moment, Louisa collected herself and focused on Edith, “I’m fine, probably just haven’t rested well these past few days”
The Temple family had been going through a rough time. She and Kenneth had been at the hospital with Alger and Celeste, fearing they would do something irrational.
Today, Kenneth suggested she come home to shower and rest a bit, but she did not expect to suddenly feel faint.
“Thank God you were here to catch me.” Louisa said, leaning on Edith, “Otherwise, I would have hit the floor.”
The consequences would have been unthinkable.
“Madam, you and sir haven’t been home to rest for the past few days. You both look extremely worn out. What happened?”
“Alas, life can be so unpredictable,” Louisa sighed, unsure of where to start.
Edith tactfully refrained from asking further, “Shall I help you back to your room to rest?”
“No, Serena is still napping. Her friends have come over. I should go and attend to them.” Louisa insisted.
“With your current state, how can you entertain them?” Edith kindly suggested, “They are all young girls, with you around, they might feel uncomfortable. Let me serve them some coffee and snacks.Serena should be waking up soon, she can keep them company. You should go rest, your health is important.”
“That makes sense.” Louisa considered. Realizing that the girls might not relax if she was around, she instructed Edith, “Prepare plenty of coffee and snacks for them, and invite them to stay for dinner later.”
“Alright, no problem.”
After seeing Louisa back to her master bedroom, Edith instructed the staff to prepare refreshments, which she personally brought to the garden. To her surprise, she spotted Romeo and Mirabella from a distance and hurriedly walked over to them.
“Mr. McMillian, Ms. Bella, when did you two get back? Please have some refreshments.”
She served them first, then refilled the tray and proceeded to the group of girls.
“Edith, you are spoiling us with all these delicious snacks. Thank you so much!”
“Edith, long time no see. You look even younger now.”
A gaggle of girls surrounded Edith, showering her with compliments. Edith, all smiles, returned a few kind words before making her exit.
As the girls prepared to snap some photos for Facebook, Christine chimed in, “There’s a lovely corner of Serena’s garden filled with exquisite flowers and plants. Plus, there’s a swing and some bespoke garden furniture. Should we take our pictures there instead?”
The idea was obviously appealing, promising an air of elegance and class.
“Sounds good!” The girls, clutching their food and drinks, began to head to the designated area when they spotted Romeo and Mirabella sitting together, engaged in a seemingly intimate conversation.
“Who’s that girl? And what is she doing in Serena’s garden?”
“Isn’t Romeo engaged to Serena? Why is he chatting with another girl in the Collins family’s garden?
What’s happening?”
“Can someone explain this to me?”
At that moment, Sylvia, who had been quietly observing, let out a sigh. “Oh, Romeo, why the drama!
Serena’s taking a nap. She can’t see any of this!”
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