I Quit Being a Stepmother (Cypress Gem) novel Chapter 215

Chapter 215

Lauren paled. How could Liora and Rhea…

“Vellure Dental? What do you mean?” she asked, playing dumb.

Now, Liora knew just how shameless Lauren could be. She mocked, “You don’t remember? That’s fine. Vellure Dental’s boss will be in Draventh in a few days, and I’ll invite you to join us for the meal.

”

Dexter would be in Draventh?

Nevertheless, Lauren didn’t bat an eye. “It wouldn’t be appropriate for me to join in since the men will be discussing business.”

“Is that so? But my brother’s assistant mentioned seeing you practically glued to Mr. Jamison’s side during business gatherings back in Colburn. What’s that about? Do you have a problem with Vellure Dental’s boss?” Liora didn’t want to give Lauren any chance to escape.

The crowd’s eyes flitted between the two women. The women present were as sharp as tacks. After seeing how hostile Liora was toward her, they no longer dared speak to Lauren.

After all, who was Liora?

She was George Snider’s cousin and the Marsh family’s granddaughter–in–law. She held significant

influence.

Lauren, on the other hand, was just the fiancee of one of Marcus‘ business partners. Still, the Cain family was in power, and Priscilla had made it clear that she was in support of Lauren.

Lauren said, “I wouldn’t dare have any issues with Mr. Hopper. I just—”

“I didn’t mention anything about his surname being Hopper, did I?” Liora laughed. “And yet you claim you don’t know him. You seem quite eager to steer clear of him, Mrs. Jamison.”

Lauren realized that she’d walked right into Liora’s trap.

Liora sat beside Rhea and drawled, “Oh, seeing you reminded me of something… My friend, Maeve Corbin, is also based in Colburn. She says she’s met you before, Mrs. Jamison. Do you remember her?

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Maeve Corbin? Lauren didn’t know who that was.

With everyone’s eyes on her, she furrowed her brows and forced out a response. “Vaguely. I’ve been so busy lately that it’s hard to keep track.”

Liora glanced at her phone. “Oh, okay. Well, she’ll be here soon. You guys can see each other in

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person.”

Lauren abruptly shot to her feet. “Mrs. Cain, didn’t you mention some new ornamental trees? How about we check them out?”

Priscilla immediately agreed. “Sure! Come on. They were imported from Selvaria, and they’re beautiful.”

Lauren hurried off with her, wanting to avoid running into Maeve.

“Aunt Priscilla, the ornamental trees haven’t been delivered yet.” Just then, Kate showed up.

“Oh, do we still need to wait? Well, that’s fine. We can look at them after the meal,” Priscilla said.

Kate swept a gaze over Lauren and frowned slightly. “Ms. Thayer?”

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