Crowned by the Man They Feared (Amelia and Jeremy) novel Chapter 469

Chapter 469 A Stepping Stone

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Gianna had no choice but to swallow her pride and stay quiet around Amelia at work. She had to work with that person behind the scenes, hold back everywhere, and never act rashly.

At the estate, things weren’t going well for her. Marcelo had completely fallen out with her and could no longer be won back. Miguel and Maxwell also seemed different now.

He didn’t openly confront her like Marcelo did.

But he was no longer as considerate as before, no longer always taking her side or comforting her.

In the past, all she had to do was tear up a little. Everyone would rush over, ready to give her anything she wanted.

Now, even when she cried hard, neither brother came right away to defend her.

The more she thought about it, the worse it felt. The comparison made her heart grow colder by the second.

“This party isn’t suitable for you,” Regina said calmly. “It’s full of elderly folks. You’d be bored.”

She had no intention of taking Gianna with her. This girl would disrupt her plans.

“But you thing.”

could take me anyway,” Gianna argued. “Meeting people from different age groups isn’t a bad

Who knew? Some rich ladies might be simple-minded but well-connected and loaded with money—easy to charm.

“You don’t need to please them,” Regina replied. “They won’t be useful to you.

“Don’t worry. I’ll pave the path for you. Staying with that family is temporary.

“You’re precious,” Regina said firmly. “Not everyone can compare with you. So, just relax and don’t overthink it.”

Regina’s ambitions didn’t stop with the Nygards.

To her, those people were nothing more than a stepping stone,

In the future, she and Gianna would have a better life-endless wealth, status, and comfort.

That was why Regina always insisted her daughter didn’t need to cater to or flatter those fools in the Nygards,

Still, Gianna enjoyed being spoiled by them. She liked having them wrapped around her finger to satisfy her pride.

Since she enjoyed playing that game, Regina let her have her fun. It did no real harm.

“Alright. I’ll listen to you,” Gianna said obediently. She felt calm and reassured.

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Chapter 469 A Stepping Stone

Her mother always had this effect on her, making her feel safe enough to stay a carefree princess.

Even now, Gianna didn’t fully understand what grand plan her mother was preparing.

Regina was always working in secret, doing things Gianna couldn’t follow.

But she was sure of one thing: it was nothing simple.

Her mother was far smarter and more cunning than Emery.

Gianna had come in secret, so she left soon after.

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It was rare to have a day without going back to the office and dealing with Amelia. That bitch always walks all over her.

Naturally, she planned to meet a few close friends and relax.

And then there was Vincent. That irritating man had been avoiding her lately. No matter how hard she tried to tempt him, he showed no reaction at all.

She needed to come up with a new plan.

Gianna asked several friends she often hung out with to meet at a newly opened high-end spa.

They would enjoy a full treatment, gossip freely, and talk about her recent troubles with Vincent. Maybe her friends would come up with some good ideas.

Not long after Gianna left, Regina changed into the expensive custom-made gown Raymond had bought for her.

She carefully put on the high-value jewelry he had gifted her as well. Her makeup was refined and youthful, making her look years younger. With her slim waist swaying gracefully, she stepped out of the house.

This time, she chose to ride in the luxury car Raymond had given her. She had no intention of driving herself.

She sat in the back seat and specifically asked Raymond’s assistant to be her driver.

After all, she was attending a wine tasting hosted by wealthy socialites. Driving herself would look cheap and lacking in status.

The event was held at Harmony Lander’s private estate,

There weren’t many guests, but every one of them was someone important. They were either rich socialites or the wives of powerful officials.

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