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    “I apologize for any trouble I’ve caused you,” Corrine responded.


    “It was a personal matter that couldn’t be avoided.”


    “We’re friends. There’s no need to mention it again,” Meg quickly interjected, hoping to ease the tension.


    “Who’s friends with her? This youngdy is quite capable,” Cn, oblivious to the nuances of the conversation, continued.


    “Honey, don’t let her astray.”


    In the past, Cn had been swayed by Corrine’s words and became optimistic about the future and growth of Ashton Group. But now, thepany was continually mired in scandals, bing the butt of countless jokes within a month.


    Cn remained indifferent to the romantic drama between Bruce and Corrine, focusing instead on securing more advantages for himself.


    “Corrine, did you resign voluntarily, or were you forced?” Chelsea’s expression darkened slightly, annoyance flickering in her eyes.


    “Of course, I resigned on my own,” Corrine asserted.


    Suddenly, amotion at the entrance captured everyone’s attention.


    The crowd turned to see two figures entering hand in hand.


    The man, dressed in a sleek ck suit, was tall and slender, with handsome features that exuded an effortless elegance.


    Apanying him, the woman wore a flowing white V-neck dress made of shimmering satin, which clung to her graceful curves. A daring slit at the hem offered fleeting glimpses of her long, toned legs as she moved.


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    Her striking hourss figure drew many admiring nces from the men and envious stares from the women. The attention gave Leah a sense of superiority. She clung to Bruce’s arm, her red lips curved in a charming smile, radiating allure with each poised gesture.


    “Some people simply don’t belong in high society events,” Chelsea remarked coldly.


    Corrine shook her head with a sigh.


    “Why let someone who isn’t worth your time get under your skin?” she asked.


    Chelsea’s gaze softened.


    “Oh, you dear thing!” she eximed, a hint of affection showing through.


    “I’m just trying to defend you.”


    Chelsea had never genuinely liked Bruce. She tolerated him only because of her respect for Corrine’s choice. But who would have imagined Bruce would leave Corrine for Leah? He must be utterly blind!


    Initially annoyed by Leah’s sudden intrusion into Corrine’s rtionship with Bruce, Chelsea now viewed Leah’s overtly seductive demeanor around Bruce with even greater disdain.


    “Didn’t you say you got a rare sapphire?” Meg deftly changed the subject, ncing at Chelsea’s neck.


    “Is that what you’re wearing today?”


    Chelsea’s eyes lit up with excitement.


    “It is! What do you think? Isn’t it stunning?” she eximed, her tone devoid of boastfulness, merely sharing her joy with a friend.


    “It’s thergest sapphire Forreal has ever auctioned.”


    Meg smiled and nodded.


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