"@Yolanda, we saw on Facebook that you bagged second place in the piano contest? Is that for real? That’s great!"
"We didn’t even know you played the piano, @Yolanda."
"Yoli, you haven’t talked to us much since you came back to the Harris family and transferred to a noble school, and we really missed you! @Yolanda." "Did you forget about us?"
"We should all hang out tonight and celebrate Yoli’s win! @everyone"
"Yes, I agree!"
"I agree too!"
Eighteen years ago, a massive fire led to newborn Yolanda being adopted by a cleaner.
Being the cleaner’s daughter, Yolanda was always on the receiving end of snubs and bullying.
But now, those who once looked down on her and gave her a hard time are all singing her praises and even throwing parties for her.
Yolanda’s emotions were all over the place, but above all, she felt a strong desire to prove herself.
"Yoli, word on the street is that you’re dating the son of Golden City’s wealthiest man. Can–we meet him tonight?"
"That might not go down–well. He might not be into our low–key gatherings?"
"As long as Yoli invites him, he’ll definitely come! Surely Yoli can invite her own boyfriend?"
"Exactly, Yoli, bring your boyfriend tonight. The main aim of this bash is to celebrate your win, so you and your boyfriend don’t have to shell out!"
"Yup, we’ll pay the bill!"
Yolanda didn’t respond to their flurry of messages and instead screenshot the conversation and sent it to Zachary. Then she sent several messages to him. [What do you make of this, Zachary?]
[If you’re swamped, I can go alone. It’s okay.]
I don’t want to let them down.]
Ever since Zachary saw Rosemary at Phillip’s hospital room door, he hasn’t been able to keep his cool...
Even though that girl was dressed in ordinary clothes, her aura, her looks, made him miss her constantly.
He even dreamt about her these past few nights, about them dating, getting closer to those tempting lips....
Yolanda waited for a while but didn’t get a reply from Zachary. Just as she was getting worried and thinking about what to do next, her phone buzzed with a message.
[I’ll go with you tonight.]
Yolanda was overjoyed, sending a flurry of kiss and hug emojis.
[I knew you were the best!]
She added a pouty face for good measure.
Zachary thought to himself, "Rosemary, who couldn’t keep it in her pants and was messing with older men, was not worth his time! Since he had chosen Yoli, he had to be faithful to her firmly... As for his
parents, he would get their supports. There wouldn’t be another girl as pure and kind–hearted as Yoli in this world..."
Rosemary’s phone just beeped with a new message.
[Rosemary, what’s been keeping you busy these days? When will you pick up your Heart Ease Herb?]
Only then did Rosemary remember that she’d been so swamped with work recently that she hadn’t had the time to pick up her auction purchase from Kelly Piper. [Just a heads up: there’s some really cool
stuff at the recent auction. I know you’re swamped, so I snagged them for you. I’m a lifesaver, right?]
Rosemary replied, "Well, if you think they’re neat, I’m sure I’ll like them too."
"Be honest: I’m your fiancée."
"But your mom seems not to like me much." Yolanda looked down, sounding a little down. "What if something changes and my classmates laugh at me?"
"Why would that happen?" Zachary reassured her, "I’ll do my best to persuade my mom."
Overhearing their conversation, Attlee and Olga couldn’t help but chuckle and quickly stepped in.
"Zachary, we trust that you sincerely care for Yoli. Yoli, don’t overthink! Zachary has said so; he wouldn’t lie to you, would he?
"You two will certainly have a wonderful future!"
"Off you go for your gathering!"
Yolanda gave a slight smile, clutching Zachary’s arm tighter. When no one was looking, she would intentionally or unintentionally touch Zachary’s arm. Zachary could feel a soft touch; his face turned a little red, but he enjoyed this feeling and didn’t refuse this close contact.
At the doorstep, about seven or eight classmates were waiting, eager to know what car Yolanda would arrive in and how handsome her boyfriend was.
Not until a Porsche showed up did everyone’s eyes widen. This car must be worth at least two million dollars!
Under the gaze of a few classmates, Zachary stepped out of the black sedan. He politely opened the car door for Yolanda and gently held her hand.
"Wow, it’s Yolanda; Yolanda’s here!"
"You finally showed up!"
"Long time no see; you’ve changed a lot!"
"Your dress is really beautiful!"
"Your earrings look great too!"

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