The Heiress They Couldn’t Break
Chapter 51 Fight Fire with Fire
Everyone in the elite circle knew who Amelia was.
And tonight, the good show was about to begin.
The event was casual, with guests seated at round tables. It wasn’t as formal as other galas. In reality, it was a gathering of socialites pretending to network, while really there to eat, drink, and gossip.
When the gala officially began, the auctioneer started showing off a few luxury items for bidding.
Gianna walked in with Belinda and took her seat.
The table was occupied with her friends, who immediately greeted her with fake smiles and air kisses.
Gianna, as usual, played her role perfectly–sweet, charming, and oh–so–friendly. She was good at pretending and flattering people, so everyone liked her well enough.
When Gianna saw Amelia and Demi walking toward the tables, she called out sweetly, “Amelia! There are two seats here. Come sit with us!”
As she spoke, she reached out and grabbed Amelia’s arm, stopping her from walking past.
Amelia tried to pull away, but Gianna’s grip tightened.
The triumphant smile at the corner of Gianna’s lips said it all. Amelia instantly knew what she was trying to do.
Fine, she thought. If Gianna wanted a show, I’d give her one. Amelia stopped struggling and instead smiled calmly. “Sure. Thanks, Gianna.”
She took Demi’s hand and sat down gracefully. Her expression was calm and elegant, completely ignoring Gianna’s little trap.
If Gianna wanted her to look evil, Amelia would happily let her play the clown instead.
Gianna’s smile widened when they took their seat. She clapped her hands lightly and said enthusiastically, “Everyone, this is my sister Amelia and cousin Demi. I’m sure you’ve all heard of them; please be nice!”
Everyone turned their heads and gave Amelia a quick once–over, their gazes filled with subtle disdain.
Gianna’s tone might have sounded friendly, but everyone knew she and Amelia didn’t get along.
And Amelia–well, she had a reputation for being the odd one out. She never tried to blend in with the other socialites.
A girl in an haute couture gown giggled and said, “These galas just keep going downhill. Now any random nobody can walk in.”
The girl next to her, with long wavy hair, smirked. “Right? Even someone who disappeared from home and popped up from nowhere is trying to act like they belong here now. This community of ours is a mess; it seems like anyone can pretend to be one of us these days.”
Laughter exploded around the table, loud and sharp enough to sting.
Belinda was the one being most dramatic. Her shoulders were trembling as she laughed harder than anyone else.
Amelia didn’t even flinch. She calmly pulled out her phone and opened an app. “Funny,” she said coldly. “All of Cartier’s limited editions have unique serial codes.”
She turned the screen toward them. Her eyes were calm and cold. “Want to check yours?”
Vivian’s hands started shaking.
No way. Dad wouldn’t lie to me, right?
Belinda jumped in, her voice sharp. “Amelia, have you lost your mind? How dare you accuse Vivian of wearing fakes? We only let you sit with us because of Gianna. Don’t ruin the night!”
“I’m just stating facts,” Amelia said flatly, her face blank. “If you don’t believe me, we can call Cartier’s director right now for confirmation.”
The room went still. Everyone stared.
Vivian was cornered, caught between pride and fear. Under the growing suspicion in everyone’s eyes, she finally unhooked the necklace and scanned the code.
A second later, nothing. The screen stayed blank.
The crowd froze.
“Amelia, stop playing games,” Belinda snapped. “You’re obviously making this up.”

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