From Ashes of Scandals to His Embrace novel Chapter 344

Laurinda only just remembered the bruise on her arm. She waved it off like it was nothing. “It’s from sparring practice. I’m fine, it’s already healed.”

Carla glanced at her, a little embarrassed for even bringing it up. She laughed awkwardly, honestly surprised. She’d never heard anything about Adolphus being the violent type.

After their beauty treatments, Carla linked arms with Laurinda and dragged her through the mall. She was determined to spoil Laurinda and ended up buying her two new outfits, refusing to take no for an answer.

When they stopped outside the Queen flagship store, Carla let out a dramatic sigh. “What a pity. Queen is members-only and I never managed to snag a membership card. I can’t even step inside.”

Laurinda just smiled. “Let’s go in. Pick anything you like, it’s on me.”

She pulled a sleek black card from her wallet, grabbed Carla’s hand, and led her toward the entrance. The receptionist eyed the card, hesitating for a second. She was about to mention that it wasn’t the standard membership card when the store manager came rushing over.

Before anyone could say a word, the manager greeted Laurinda with genuine respect. “Laurinda, you’re here.”

Carla and the receptionist both froze, staring in surprise. The receptionist especially looked stunned. She’d never seen the manager personally welcome a customer before.

Laurinda turned to the manager. “You’re responsible for this branch?”

The manager nodded. “Yes, I didn’t expect to see you here, Laurinda.” Pansy had been with Henry since the very start of Queen and was one of the few people who really knew who Laurinda was.

“In that case, could you set my friend up with a premium membership card?”

“Of course. Laurinda, if you’d come with me, I’ll take care of everything myself.”

Carla, still a bit confused, followed Pansy away. The receptionist handed Laurinda’s black card back with new respect.

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