Chapter 353

Ada felt a surge of surprise and excitement, almost at a loss for words! She had pleaded with everyoneshe knew to help her get a piece of jewelry designed by Alexa, but so far, nothing has

worked out.

In a surprising turn of events, Bella presented her with Alexa’s brooch as a gift. Thus, Ada was thrilled.

“No, no, no… Ms. Thompson, I appreciate your kindness, but this gift is too precious. I really can’taccept it,” Ada expressed. Despite genuinely liking it, she hesitated out of pride and politely declined.

“The brooch once consoled my wounded soul, but now I have completely emerged from the shadows,and in the future, I will never tread the same path again.”

Bella smiled lightly, her gaze incredibly resolute. “So, this gift is more of a beautiful wish. It once helpedme overcome my sadness, and I hope this little thing will bring you the best of luck in the future.”

Justin’s pupils contracted. He felt a piercing pain, as if his chest had been struck. His heart ached andwent numb.

The fleeting hidden joy from moments ago was ruthlessly extinguished by Bella with a bucket of icywater, chilling to the core.

“Oh! Well then… Ms. Thompson, I’ll accept your generous gift. Thank you so much! I really appreciateit.” Ada exclaimed, cradling the brooch that Bella had once again bestowed with sacred value. Her grinwas so wide that she could not close her mouth.

Goodness, was this still the aloof international superstar? What a drastic transformation!

“Why?!” Bethany could not contain her anger as she turned to Shannon and said, “Mom, our family hasspent a fortune to set up this stage. Why should we let this wretched woman show off here? It’s just aworthless brooch. We can afford to give her the same! You should think of a solution to get that bitchout of here!”

“A solution? Why should I bother coming up with a solution?”

Shannon’s eyes darkened as her lips curled into a sinister smile. “Bella is a jinx. Just now, that bastardused Ada to mock me. Now, he’s getting what he deserves.”

Though Bethany felt annoyed, she could not help but be suspicious.

Before the divorce, Bella used to be terrified of Justin, like a startled bird. A slight furrow in his browswould make her feel troubled for days. Now, after the divorce, it seemed like she had completely turnedthe tables, toying with Justin at her fingertips.

If Bella had displayed this skill earlier, Rosalind might not even be in the picture.

“Ms. Bella Thompson!”

Zoe finally became indignant, thinking herself righteous as she stepped in front of Bella. With a fakesmile, she said, “Of all the times you could present Ms. Wang with your gift, why choose tonight at theSalvadors’ welcoming banquet? Are you trying to steal the limelight?”

When Justin saw Zoe unnecessarily defending him, his eyes darkened.

“If presenting a gift is stealing the limelight from Mr. Salvador, I think that you might be underestimatingMr. Salvador’s charm, Ms. Hoffman.”

Bella narrowed her beautiful eyes. “The Salvadors are the hosts of this welcoming banquet. Mr.Salvador is right here to witness everything, and he hasn’t objected to anything. Ms. Hoffman, don’t you

think that you are overstepping your boundaries as a guest?”

Zoe was so enraged that her eyes seemed ready to spew fire, but with so many people watching, shecould not afford to lose her composure.

Bella let out a faint sigh and said apologetically to Ada, “Ms. Wang, it seems I’m not very welcomehere, and I understand completely. After all, Salvador Corporation and KS Group have always beenbusiness rivals. My appearance is indeed abrupt. Since I’ve delivered my gift, I won’t intrude anylonger. I’ll take my leave now.”

With that, she turned to leave.

“Ms. Thompson, wait!” Ada hurriedly approached Bella. “I would like to have an in-depth discussionwith you about Alexa Jewelry. Do you have time tonight?”

“Of course. KS World Hotel has prepared exquisite Savrow cuisine and fine wine for you, Ms. Wang.Why don’t we chat over dinner?” Bella replied.

The crowd was stunned. Bella Thompson’s audacity was astonishing. She was openly poaching thestar of the show at the Salvadors’ event!

Justin felt a pang in his chest. Just as he was about to stop Ada, Ada happened to glance at him andoffer him a slightly apologetic smile. “Mr. Salvador, I have some unexpected matters to attend to, so I’mafraid I have to leave early tonight. I wish you all a pleasant time ahead.”

Everyone was dumbfounded.

Was that all Ada had to say?! This woman, just as rumored, only did as she pleased.

“Mr. Salvador, I don’t mind arranging another seat at the table for you. Would you like to join the feast?”Bella smiled and extended an invitation to Justin, but there was no hint of warmth in her eyes.

Justin clenched his teeth, his heart pounding against his ribs. Just as he was about to say something,Bella suddenly laughed. “Well, with so many guests here tonight, it seems you already have yourhands full, Mr. Salvador. Perhaps next time, if there’s a chance.”

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