Unwilling Trophy Wife (Serena and Victor) novel Chapter 121

Chapter 121

The restainant had a peaceful atmosphere, with wooden tables and chairs scattered through

the warm scent of baked bread and coffee

Alyssa sat next to them, her cheeks poffed out as the chewed on her fork the kept sneaking looks at Serena, than

Seina kept her head down, slowly culling her steak without really paying affection to what she was doing

best to be on hat goo

Keith watched her every move, his eyes catching the faint redness around her eyes, though he was careful not to make it obvious

He raised an eyebrow slightly and gave Alyssa a hall smile, shooting her a teasing look as she sat up straight, trying!

“Alyssa, don’t just eat the meat. Have some carrot,” Keith said, Alyssa’s face immediately scrunched up in disgust.

Keith’s words snapped Seven out of her dare. She forced a smile and gently cossed. “What’s wrong with carrots, meta

Alyssa shook her head hand, her little face twisted in protest.

Serena smiled softly when she saw how much Alyssa hated the idea. “It’s okay, honey. You don’t have to eat carrots if you don’t want other vegetables instead.”

Alyssa nodded, then shot Keith a mischievous, challenging look. Keith caught her sly glance and calmly cut off a piece of steak, bringing it to his mouth with smooth confidence.

Alyssa wasn’t about to let him win. She pulled out her cheeks, grabbed a cherry tomato with her tiny fingers, and bit into it with exaggerat determination

Serena watched the playful standoff between the two and couldn’t help but smile, feeling more relaxed than she had in a long time. She ruffled Alyssa’s hair affectionately. “Okay, Alyssa, that’s enough”

Alyssa shot Keith one last pout before turning her attention back to her plate.

Keith reached into his suit jacket and pulled out an elegant invitation with a subtle golden shimmer. He gave it a little wave, flicked the corner with his finger, and slid it across the table to Serena. “There’s a dinner tonight you might want to attend,” he said casually.

the invitation. As she scanned the guest list, her eyes widened–every Serena set down her silverware and gave Keith a confused look before picking up t single name belonged to a major player in the design industry. Her hands actually trembled as she read through them.

“This is some kind of design industry event?” Serena asked, still staring at the names.

“Exactly. I figured you’d be interested,” Keith said with a knowing smile as he cut into his steak

Serena clutched the invitation, weighing her options for a moment before finally nodding. “Thank you.”

Keith had clearly expected this response. He smiled and turned his attention to Alyssa’s plate, spearing a Try some of this

a piece of steak and holding it out to her. “Here,

After they finished eating, Keith drove Serena home. He noticed how exhausted she looked and leaned closer as they sat in the car. “Get some rest this afternoon so you’ll be ready for tonight’s event.”

Serena looked up at Keith, her eyes shining with gratitude. She nodded and said softly, “Okay, I

Keith finally felt some relief wash over him when she agreed

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Chapter 121

The banquet hall screamed luxury hom every corner, Sevena walked in at a deady pace, westing a pale blive evening gown and clutching her in She took in the muscle of paintings covering the walls, each one rompletely different from the next.

Guests had formed little clusters throughout the coom, chatting quietly winning themselves. Then, a sharp voice cut through the murmur. “Welt, wet, in’t Serena the designer, You’ve got some serious neive showing up here.” The words were dripping with mockery, followed by a cold, nasty lau

Serena stopped dead in her tracks and looked up. There stood Stacey, decked out in a flawless outfit with perfect makeup, but every word that came out of her mouth was pure prison.

Serena’s eyebrows pulled together slightly. “I have an invitation. Why wouldn’t be here?”

Stacey’s eyes zeroed in on the imitation in Serena’s hand, and she esised her voice just enough so everyone nearby could hear every single word.

“Who knows who it was that leaked our company’s creative secrets to the competition and cost us a fortune. And now you have the nerve to show up af this banquet? Talk about shameless,” Stacey sneered

Stacey’s voice was thick with sarcasm. She paused on purpose, looking around to gauge how the other guests were reacting, then added, “Don’t you think so, Serena?”

Serena’s grip on the invitation tightened without her even realizing it. “I never did any of that. The so–called evidence you have is nothing but gossip and lies. All you know how to do is play dirty games behind everyone’s back.”

Stacey let out a contemptuous laugh, like she’d just heard the world’s biggest joke. “Serena, you’ve already been fired! What could you possibly have to say? What right do you even have to be here?”

“Who’s really got something to hide here, Stacey?” Serena shot back with a cold, mocking laugh. “If your so–called evidence and witnesses are so solid, why were you in such a hurry to kick me out of the company? What’s wrong–scared I’ll expose all your dirty little schemes

The confidence on Stacey’s face vanished instantly, her expression going rigid.

“Hat it’s over and done with Stacey deliberately raised her voice, making sure the nearby guests could hear every word. “The company only made its decision after a thorough investigation, What’s left for you to deny?”

The whispers died down as everyone turned to stare at Serena and Stacey. Serena clenched her fists, desperately wanting to defend herself, but with all those judgmental eyes on her, her throat seized up and the words wouldn’t come.

“She actually showed up? Getting fired should have been a big enough hint,” someone whispered nearby.

“Seriously, how does she have the nerve to come back here? She’s completely out of place now”

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