Chapter 69

On the other end of the line, Judith smiled with satisfaction before turning to business. "Come over to the manor this afternoon. I've arranged for Kevin Absof, the head designer from Love Heritage, to custom-make your gown. I'm taking you to the Harlan Corporation's anniversary gala." Love Heritage? That was a premier global luxury brand. Esme suppressed her happiness and said obediently, "How could I possibly deserve to attend the Harlan Corporation's anniversary gala?" Judith declared, "You're going because I say so. I don't know what possessed Devon lately. Not only is he refusing to divorce that peasant, but now he's actually made her the deputy CEO and expects her to host the gala. I want to bring you along and ensure you're the most stunning woman there. I want her to see exactly where she stands compared to you." Esme's heart was racing with triumph, but she tried to act modest, "reluctantly" agreeing only after Judith insisted several times. After hanging up, Esme smirke