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Chapter 433
Betty gripped her arm, which now sported a light bruise, and followed her mother into the
venue away
from the crowd.
Even though her mother had successfully won her father over all those years ago, Betty
had never seen. her more than a prudish, unruly woman who could never make it to the
same level as those in her circle.
Sophia fell far short of the graceful stature of women like Mandy Lovelace from the Taylor
family or
Penelope Miller, Zoe’s mother.
That proved to be a source of misfortune for Betty. After all, one couldn’t select their birth
circumstances.
This event had two parts-a cocktail party and the charity auction itself. Numerous A-list
stars filled the
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In her role as the general manager of the KS World Hotel and as the leader of the
organizing team for the charity event, Alyssa found herself inevitably in the spotlight for
interviews with the reporters.
Poised and composed, she confidently addressed questions from the cameras and
microphones with
ease.
“Ms. Alyssa, considering that Ada Kingsley has opted to collaborate with Berenike Hotel for
her wedding, is the event you’re currently organizing for MINT perceived as a strategic
move to rival them?”
“I can see why you might think that, especially considering we’re direct competitors with
the Berenike
Hotel,” Alyssa replied with a smile.
She continued, “However, it’s worth noting that MINT specifically chose us to host this
event on their
behalf. It’s simply a matter of coincidence.”
“There had been news of Ada considering KS World for her wedding previously. What
prompted the
sudden change of heart? Was there a specific reason behind this decision?”
“I’m afraid I can disclose nothing. This pertains to our hotel’s confidential information.”
*Is it because information about Ada Kingsley’s wedding venue was leaked?”
Alyssa’s eyes took on a chilling glint in response to that question. She felt that something
about that
reporter seemed off. He might have been deliberately placed here for a specific reason.
Meanwhile, Zoe was drinking her champagne while enjoying the sight of Alyssa being
bombarded by the
She was the one who had sent that nosy reporter in.
Though he wouldn’t make much difference, he would still get on Alyssa’s nerves and
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was out in public.
Just then, Sophia and Betty walked over. Betty was no longer timid. This time, she strode
as if she owned.
the place. She felt like the victor, after all.
“You are correct. It’s exactly because of this,” Alyssa answered, taking on a serious tone.
Zoe’s brows furrowed in response. She hadn’t anticipated Alyssa’s straightforward
response. Instead, she
had expected excuses or, at the very least, some sign of embarrassment.
She had no idea what to expect next.
“Do give Ms. Alyssa a break. She’s already busy enough dealing with the aftermath of her
hotel’s contract
breach,” Betty said, a grin on her face.
She added, “Don’t give up now. I’m sure you’ll do your best next time. We’ll be sure to
take your mistakes
in stride, too, and ensure we fulfill our end of the contract.”
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