The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride

Chapter 1699

Her body was shaking with anger, and though she knew it was unbecoming, she couldn’t control it. She forced out

an ugly smile, the sound of her laughter only adding to the awkwardness.

“Well, Chloe, what are you talking about?” she stammered. “You’re Grandma’s own granddaughter. How could I not

accept you? We all want what’s best for Grandma, and she went through so much trouble to find you. If you leave,

won’t it break her heart? I’m sure there’s just been some misunderstanding.”

Chloe arched an eyebrow. “A misunderstanding, you say?”

“Of course it is.”

Chloe blinked, “Well then, we should clear this misunderstanding up as soon as possible. Otherwise, today’s event

might inevitably cast a negative influence on the royal family. If Grandma hears that we’re not getting along, it will

surely upset her”

Barbara’s hands clenched into fists, her knuckles whitening. “You are right. We should clear up the

misunderstanding “d2

Her words stuttered. Chloe, standing close, could hear her unstable breath. Nodding, Chloe seemed very satisfied

with her response, “So, getting back to where we started, how did you two know that Grandma’s gift for me was a

full set of ruby jewelry?”

Barbara’s lips twitched uncontrollably. Her chest heaved with suppressed emotion “I just said that it’s a misunder

“That’s why we’re trying to clear up this misunderstanding, right? Could it be that what Becky said to me was

misheard by Miss Fiona?”

Barbara could hear the relentless taunting in Chloe’s voice. This time, the blame was shifted onto Fiona, the

birthday girl and the star of

the evening..

Fiona had always been hot–tempered and had a low tolerance for bullshit. She had always found Barbara and Becky

annoying, and now they had come uninvited to her birthday, making things difficult for her. She saw right through

their schemes. She wasn’t unaware of Chloe’s manipulative tactics, but if it gave her a chance to teach these two

nuisances a lesson, she was more than willing to play along. “How can I hear it wrong? I heard clearly. Who dares to

question my hearing? Becky was chewing Chloe out when I was standing night there, accusing her of daring to

switch the Queen’s gift. And when Chloe brought the gift box out, Becky was mocking her saying the gift was less

than the box it came in. Are you saying everyone present was deaf? What about this? I could still go with you to see

the Queen and find out if the gift was known to only two people or was common knowledge

“And furthermore, you two, I only invited Chloe from the royal family to my birthday party. But you both eagerly

came over and handed over the gift before Chloe had a chance. Becky even immediately asked Chloe to deliver her

gift, saying something about looking forward to it. What exactly is your intention? Aren’t you just trying to

embarrass Chloe in front of so many people? Or maybe you’re planning to turn the tables and accuse her of

copying you by giving the same gift?”

If Chloe’s words were a bit suggestive, Fiona was absolutely straightforward, not intending to spare them any

dignity

Barbaras face turned pale, then flushed. Becky, noticing her sister’s discomfort, hid at a distance and remained

silent.

The crowd’s understanding looks were like daggers, stabbing into Barbara. Their derision and schadenfreude made

Barbara wish she could disappear into a crack in the ground. However, in reality, the Dubonnet family’s banquet

hall had no floor cracks, and they were still standing in the most prominent spot to garner the utmost attention,

with nowhere to hide.

“Fiona, aren’t you going a little too far with your words? No matter what, we grew up together, and we’re friends.”

“Don’t talk to me about friendship. I don’t have noble friends like you two. I don’t know whether you genuinely

come to celebrate my birthday every year or just to show off In the past, I endured it out of respect for the royal

family. This year, I didn’t even invite you, yet you still came and stood beside me. Do you feel your status is too high

to stand below, or do you think standing below isn’t enough for others to recognize you as princesses?”

“Fional” Fiona’s mother, standing below the stage, scolded her sharply after hearing these disrespectful words.

Regardless of the circumstances, these were princesses of the royal family. Even as the granddaughter of a high–

ranking official, she had no night to say such offensive things. Her words were out of line.

“What? You always tell me to be understanding and patient. But how long should I endure? What do I get from my

birthdays? Each time I end up angry and upset. Every time, I swallow my anger. This year, I didn’t invite them, but

how shameless can they be to come up and stand in front of me, seeking attention? Are they so desperate to show

off their prestigious status and good figures? Companng their status, can they compete with the royal bloodline?”

“Fiona, shut up! Mrs. Dubonnet stepped onto the stage, trying to pull Fiona down, but Fiona pushed her away.

“What did I say wrong? They’ve been showing off for years, isn’t it enough? Can’t you see they can’t get along with

Chloe? They want to plot against those who weren’t born and raised in the royal family, and don’t possess their

noble aura Now that their plan has failed. they should bear the consequences. They used my birthday party to plot

against Chloe Should I still help maintaining their image? How weak would I be if I did that? I’m a descendant of the

Dubonnet family I believe the Queen has sharp eyes. Besides, even a fool could see through their trick today

There’s no way the Queen wouldn’t

“Let them complain to the Queen if they’re not satisfied. I’m not afraid

“Who would fall for their scheme? Only fools wouldn’t see through it. As princesses, they always dress like peacocks

at every event,

while Chloe knows how to keep a low profile. Do they know what upstaging the host means? With such low

emotional intelligence, they still think highly of themselves. Aren’t they ashamed?”

The room fell silent. Everyone was stunned by Fiona’s outburst. Perhaps the only person who dared to speak so

candidly was Miss Fiona. However, her straightforward speech had a profound impact on them, almost like a

sudden awakening.

The two princesses, they did have a knack for standing out wherever they went. Like protagonists in a tale, they

controlled the rhythm of the room, often overshadowing the true heroes.

Today was no different, just like every other occasion they graced, and just like every day this year.

One could understand why Miss Fiona was so furious today. A birthday comes but once a year, and yet, every time,

hers seemed to be overshadowed by others. It was enough to make anyone feel aggrieved

At this point, no matter what Barbara and Becky, might say, it was doubtful they could salvage the situation. After

all, Miss Fiona’s frank words were enough to make their positions crystal clear.