Ch. 1541..1550

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1541-Meanwhile, at the Pearce Group headquarters in Morhen, Gene Pearce was seated at the main chair with a cigarette between his lips, listening as his executives argued in the meeting. While he kept a straight face, frustration was flaring within him-the only thing these pieces of trash ever did was shift blame, putting their self-gain above all else.

He was actually wondering if he should just tell them to fuck off while he hired new blood.

Still, even as the thought crossed his mind, his phone rang, and the conference room turned quiet instantly.

"It's Mr. Lawrence, sir," his assistant said as she handed his phone over respectfully.

Gene cheered up right away, as he had to admit that Frank's Jade Marrow Pill was incredibly effective.

And with the hot springs at Frank's Riverton farm resort, he felt younger and brimming with energy-even his new girlfriend could not keep up with him.

He was even wondering if he should get another couple more to produce some heirs, something which he would never dare imagine just two months ago. "Hey brother. To what do I owe the pleasure?" Gene remained seated as he answered Frank's call cheerfully.

"Do you know where Rory Thames went?" Frank asked right then.

The question left Gene frowning uncomfortably in turn, "Why would you ask about that woman?"

He might have groomed Rory to success, but all he felt toward her now was endless disgust, and he would have her dealt with if he was not that sentimental.

"It seems that she has jumped ship to the Lionhearts and is sending them after me," Frank replied.

Gene was at once incensed, slamming his hand on the table as he sprang to his feet.

"That bitch! How dare she?!" he bellowed.

"Well, she did, and that's a fact."

Frank then paused and sighed. "She's working with Sil Lionheart of Volsung Sect's Caudal Hall, sending saboteurs who attack Lanecorp's transport trucks delivering equipment worth billions."

"Fuck!"

Anyone could see how highly Gene thought of Frank, and he felt regret allowing his ex-wife to inflict such devastating losses to Frank.

"I warned her I can spare her life, but she's not to mess with you and I… But she ignored that anyway!"

Huffing, Gene returned to his het armchair and continued, "Tell me, Frank, How much did you lose? l'il have my staff compensate you right away."

"Calm down." Frank chuckled, knowing that Gene felt guilty since he offered to pay him back. "I'm just calling to see where you stand. You know i'm no pushover-I'll definitely fight back. As for Rory Thames…"

swne "Don't worry. She broke the rules-I don't care even if she gets killed." Gene chuckled coolly.

To think that woman would cause trouble behind his back despite his warning.

Gene could turn a blind eye to her sucking up to the Lionhearts, only for her to break their promise and come after Frank.

That was entirely on her being suicidal.

"Alright. That's what I wanted to hear," Frank said, hanging up with satisfaction.

Gene remained silent for a while but eventually slammed his hand on the table again.

"Fuck, I won't take this lying down! Call Frank again-I'm getting involved too!"

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1542-Gene remained silent for a while but eventually slammed his hand on the table again.

"Fuck, I won't take this lying down! Call Frank again I'm getting involved too!"

A day later, at a basement bar in South Morhen, Chet and Noel-who was disguising herself with a face mask and a cap-arrived at the meeting point chosen by Sil. They strode down the corridor, past the crowd dancing to a thumping tune, and found Sil smoking a cigarette at a booth seat. Sil's eyes lit up when he saw that Noel was really there and unwittingly dropped the cigarette on the floor. "Shit, that's the top actress of Draconia for you!" He could not help comparing her to Rory Thames, but they were in completely different classes! Rory was the top singer of Draconia and had the looks, but she was more than a class beneath Noel, a goddess of the silver screen. Her pure, noble presence alone far eclipsed Rory's-even though her body figure was unbelievably tempting, the face when she took off her mask was angelically innocent. The gap almost certainly stirred Sil's juices… Still, seeing that Sil was freezing up, Chet hurried toward them and introduced, "Mr. Lionheart, this is Ms. York." "Oh… Right." Sil came to his senses then and quickly shook Noel's hand, feeling her fair skin and breathing in her fragrance. Even someone as experienced and knowledgeable as him started fantasizing right then, and Rory suddenly seemed a lot less attractive. Sil's purpose in calling Noel here, after which Rory revealed herself, was for revenge against Rory's two enemies-Frank and Noel. With her newfound authority, Rory would coerce Noel into doing porn to crush her reputation, which in turn would destroy Lanecorp's reputation too. But now, Sit was hesitant because Noel was more beautiful than he thought, and he almost could not bear forcing her to do porn… Or if they had to, he could be the male lead. Even as those thoughts crossed mind, Noel asked, "Mr. L… you've spent a fortune to Is your family dead set on a venture into showbiz?" Her melodious voice left Sil even more swayed. Did he really have to go with Rory's plan and defile such magnificence? "Hehe… You didn't expect this, did you?" Just then, a woman wearing a flamboyant red gown strode over, sneering at Noel in contempt. "Rory Thames?! What are you doing here?!" Noel exclaimed, once again putting her flawless acting skills to use. No one would be able to tell at all that Noel was pretending to look shocked, and Chet was scowling nearby. He sighed inwardly-one really expected nothing less of Draconia's top actress, and even he was endlessly impressed. To no surprise, Rory never saw through Noel. She smirked as she strode up, lifting Noel's chin with a finger and giggling. "Noel York, did you know that when you signed the agreement to join Lionheart Entertainment you also became my subordinate?"

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1543-Noel turned and frowned at Sil. "What's going on here, Mr. Lionheart? I don't remember such a clause in our agreement."

Sil stayed silent, as he was caught in a dilemma.

Rory giggled in turn, shaking her head. "You're so naive, Noel. Did you think the Lionhearts were really taking you in for your skills or your reputation? They wouldn't bother if not for me… Oh, and we weren't lying, it's just that I'm the head of Lionheart Entertainment." "So, you're going to do everything to tell you from now on, including whatever projects I assign you."

"Wait."

Noel held up a hand, frowning. "You're overstepping, Rory, and I don't remember ever insulting you. Why are you so bent on hurting me, even spending five billion dollars to poach me from Lanecorp?" "Tut, tut…"

Rory stood, folding her arms before her chest as she clicked her tongue. "Important people are really forgetful, huh? Do you think you'd be Draconia's top actress if you didn't seduce the judges?"

With that, Rory started bellowing viciously, "All those awards you won should be mine! I was about to be the top actress and the top singer, only for you to show up at the very last moment with some trash indie film to take what was mine! You stole the spotlight from me and stole most of my sponsors, and so many of my partnership deals fell out! And you don't think you've insulted me?!"

While Noel appeared shocked by Rory's accusations, she shook her head exasperatedly. "I had no thoughts of stealing the limelight and those awards only appeal to vanity Listen to me-don't overreach for something so frivolous, or you'll pay dearly for it."

"I'll pay dearly?!"

Rory simply laughed and leaned close to Noel's face as she sneered. "Easy for you to say. Soon after you stole everything from me, Gene Pearce dumped me, while you joined forces with my enemy… Birds of the same feather, huh?!"

"You know what I'm thinking? I could kill you where you stand-you and that manwhore from Lanecorp. It's your fault that this happened to me! But I've thought of a plan that's much better than killing you. u two."

She smiled sinisterly, clearly having a terrible plan in mind.

Nearby, Sil was going to speak up, but he merely frowned and shook his head when he saw Rory's crazed visage.

He was only helping her closely because it was what Titus Lionheart had tasked him with.

Titus's orders were for him to investigate and run interference against Frank, with the ones around him being the priority targets.

After all, Titus hinted that the spiritron vein, which Simon Lionheart needed dearly right now, was hidden around Frank.

And they had a hunch that it was hidden in Lanecorp's studio park, which they were recently developing.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1544-Sil's goal was therefore to search and recover the spiritron vein near Frank, and only then could Titus really go all out against that man.

That was why the partnership with Rory against Noel and Frank was just secondary in importance.

No one else knew about that, however. It was a detail privy only to Sil himself and Grom Santi-the strongest of the Lionheart martial elites sent to infiltrate the city of Zamri. However, what Sil did not know was that Grom and the rest of those Lionheart martial elites were killed, thanks to Chet Jonas working so hard to screw things up for Sil. Only Chet was left alive, though he was now a turncoat.

If Sil knew, he would slap Chet to death on the spot instead of being so approving of drawing Noel to their cause.

"That's enough."

Sil stood up, waving Noel off with an impassive look. "I've prepared the crew and the equipment. You can prepare at the sub-basement, Rory-I'll send Ms. York over after a few questions." Hearing what Sil had prepared, Rory laughed wildly as she left, "I'll be waiting downstairs, Noel. Remember, you have to make your debut for Lionheart Entertainment exciting."

Seeing how Rory was behaving, Noel quickly realized what Sil meant with 'crew and equipment-she would soon be forced into some horrific, humiliating film.

Still, she was not worried.

After all, Frank and Gene were here, with the former hiding in the basement bar, while Gene and his men had the whole place surrounded. Rory and Sil should be the ones worried instead.

Meanwhile, Sil waited until Rory was gone until he turned toward Noek with a remorseful look. "Ms. York, I must say I find your position unfortunate, but I can't do anything about it…"

"You must have something to tell me, Mr. Lionheart," Noel replied. "That's while you waited until Rory was gone. Please speak freely."

Sil was surprised by Noel's bluntness and realized that she was no mere bimbo and actually quite sharp.

"Alright."

Seeing that the timing was right, Sil gave up on all pretense.

ائے Smacking his lap, he got up and strode close to Noel as he spoke, "Since you're so honest, Ms. York, don't have to hide anything from you. Just tell me about Frank Lawrence's spiritron vein, and I will let you free-I promise Rory won't get to lay a finger on you*

"Frank Lawrence's spiritron vein…?

Noel appeared dumbfounded, as she never heard of the spiritron vein.

Still, Sil was not surprised to see Noel reacting like that and calmly explained, "The spiritron vein comes in different forms-it could be a tiny trinket oka huge object. The bottom line is… Frank Lawrence had been carrying it around with him a while ago in Morhen, and then hid it at your studio park which Theard was under development. If you can think of anything, just tell me, and I will set you free."

"The spiritron vein…"

Noel could tell from Sil's tone that the spiritron vein was important, both to Frank and the Lionhearts.

He frowned slightly in thought, and soon came to a realization.

There really was something that Frank had been carrying around in Morhen, after which he entrusted to Noel-it was Kat Yego!

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1545-Could Kat be the spiritron vein?!

While Noel was shocked and confused on how Kat might be the spiritron vein, it was clear that the Lionhearts really wanted the spiritron vein.

In fact, even Sil's objective in helping Rory was clear-they wanted the spiritron vein Frank had!

And having understood, Noel composed herself.

Instead of looking thoughtful, she asked Sil blankly, "Mr. Lionheart… What is the spiritron vein, really?' "It's…"

Sil would rather not answer, but seeing that she was confused, he shrugged and explained, "It's Draconia's destiny manifested. The one who gathers all eight spiritron veins will become the Dragon King, which is how the name Draconia came to be. It has always been the birthright of us Lionhearts, see? All we're doing is retrieving what's rightfully ours."

Even as Sil spoke, his eyes were fixed on Noel's face, intent on catching any twitch or unusual reactions.

However, he was left disappointed soon enough, as Noel had really earned her title as Draconia's top actress.

All Sil saw was Noel looking up to face him and shaking her head feebly. "I've thought about it, but I really don't know anything that fits the description. Sorry…"

"Do you not know, or are you refusing to tell me?" Sil growled threateningly, striding closer to Noel.

Noel backed down in turn, looking troubled. "I-I really don't know, Mr. Lionheart! I've never heard Mr. Lawrence mention anything about that…"

Sil stared at Noel for ten whole seconds, but there was nothing unusual about Noel's reaction at all, let alone guilt.

He eventually sighed in disappointment. "It seems that I've made a mistake-you really don't know anything."

"Then… Can I go now?" Noel asked gingerly.

"Go? Where would you go?"

Sil waved her off dismissively. "Someone get in here, and bring her to Rory at the sub-basement."

Then, he wheeled on Chet, Benet narrowing his eyes. "As for you… You're going back to Zamri and keeping watch on Frank Lawrence's every move."

"Yes, Mr. Lionheart."

Chet shot Noel a look wishing her good luck before tamely leaving the basement bar.

"Hmph. What a waste of time."

Sil snorted and started to leave as he was not interested in watching how the filming would go.

However, his head started spinning just as he got to his feet, and his legs felt like they were made of lead.

No!

Even as Sil's danger sense tingled and he tried to do something about it, he was left staring as Chet had returned, although he should be long gone by now.

"What are you… Wait!"

Sil's eyes widened as he saw the other man, smirking and standing with his arms folded beside Chet.

After all, he knew that man's face all too well!

"Frank Lawrence!" Sil growled through his teeth, instantly realizing that he had been duped.

But just as he was about to raise his hand and retaliate with his pure vigor, a sinister fire ignited in his meridian nexus, and numbing bolts seemed to spread throughout his body right then.

"W-What did you do to me?!"

Sil glared at Frank viciously even as he leaned against the table for support.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1546-Frank stared at the greasy-haired man in a pink suit with an earnest smile. "I've merely drugged you, Sil, to see if you have the vigor of a man." "What…"

"Alright, I know it hurts-don't worry, I'll do right by you." Frank chuckled and snapped his fingers.

Two men-in-black appeared behind Frank right then and carried Sil down to the sub-basement.

They were Gene's men, while Gene himself had already headed down to the sub-basement with a handful of other men.

He sat on the huge pink couch in the room filled with filming equipment, where two naked men lay in pools of their own blood. Rory strode in, smiling gleefully at the thought of revenge.

When she saw Gene, however, her smile stiffened as panic quickly seized her.

"Got a new backer so soon already, Rory?" Gene asked as he took a puff on his cigar, glancing her way nonchalantly. "…"

Rory was dumbstruck-what was Gene doing there?!

Could it be…

She was shocked, but was Gene coming back for her because he still had feelings for her?

Her panic faded right then, and she flashed a chagrined smile. "Gene, I—"

"Hmph."

Gene snorted coldly, crushing her fantasies right then as he flicked his cigar. "Don't you think that I don't know what you're doing with Lionhearts. Did you really think net you're so smart, that you could keep everything from me?"

Rory's pale right then and panickedly tried to explain. "Gene, I wasn't—" "You weren't what?!"

Gene bellowed furiously as he slammed his palm on the table, leaving Rory flinching. "What did I say?! I was nice enough to not punish you out of sentiment, but what did you do?! You're just so vile! And what would you do after you had your revenge against Frank and Ms. York? Are you going to come after me as well once you're strong enough?! Don't forget who helped you to your success in the first place!"

"I… I…"

Rory hung her head but could not say a word since she was really afraid of Gene.

She had no idea how he found out either, until she looked on, gaping as two men carried Sil into the room. And before them were the two people she loathed most-Frank and Noel.

"You…"

No matter how foolish she was, Rory finally realized that Chet had betrayed Sil when he brought Noel here.

In fact, this was all part of Noel and Frank's plan, and Noel was never helpless.

It was her, Rory Thames, who was helpless!

As Frank walked past Rory, he even clapped a hand on her shoulder and chuckled. "Hehe… Thank you so much for your generous donation of five billion dollars, Ms. Thames. It'd makeup for the losses you caused for Lanecorp…. To be fair, there's an extra three billion, but I guess that accounts for non-material damages."

On the other hand, Noel actually felt sympathy. "I told you, Rory. But you had to… well."

"Ha… Hahaha…"

Rory watched Sil, who did not even have the strength to fight, drop to her knees, laughing in despair.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1547-Rory was laughing at herself too, as she was biding her time for her revenge, sending the Lionhearts after Frank and Noel… only for things to end up like this.

Even Sil, who bragged endlessly about his own strength, could not fight back as Gene's men tossed him on the floor like a rag doll What Rory did not know, however, was that as the vice-chief of Volsung Sect's Caudal Hall, Sil was a really formidable individual-it was just that he really fell short compared to Frank.

It was also Sil's fault for being so arrogant he did not bring anyone else for the meeting with Noel. That allowed Frank to catch him off guard easily, spiking him with a drug that would be triggered when Sil used his pure vigor.

While Sil could use his will and pure vigor to curb the effects early on, the drug would slowly spread throughout Sil's body until he lost all rationality to lust.

Then, once he ejaculated, he would expire on the spot.

Frank was certainly not holding back when Sil would pull such a dirty move against him-did he really think only he was capable of that?

"I'm done here," Frank said. "Anything else to add, Gene?"

Gene slowly rose to his feet at Frank's question, shaking his head despite Rory's earnest plea mercilessly. "I was the one who gave the order for Noel to be awarded the best actress award. Because I wanted you to suffer a setback, so that you'll learn some humility. "And not only did you refuse to learn, but you also held a grudge against me and Ms. York. I've given you a chance, but you've really let me down."

And with those words, Gene turned and left without an ounce of regret, not hesitating even as Rory cried and begged on her knees.

He had really given up on her and only felt disgust and repulsion.

After Gene left, Frank turned toward Gene's two men and said, "I need you to film what happens, and then publicize the video. Give the Lionhearts a proper slap in the face."

After the men nodded, Frank turned to level an impassive look at the panicking Rory.

"Hehe… Now you can have a taste of the trap you set for Ms. York, Ms. Thames," he said and turned to leave.

At that point, Rory finally realized what would happen and lunged at Frank, grabbing his leg and bawling, "I-I'm so sorry, Fra—I mean, Mr. Lawrence! Please, I'm Draconia's top singer! I can't do this… I'll join Lanecorp! I'll work for you! Rlease!"

Still, seeing that Frank was unmoved, Rory turned to Noel. "Please, Noel! I know I made a. mistake… Can't you let this slide? I won't ever do it again. Never ever…"

Noel actually felt for Rory, though that wen Frank asked quietly, "Ms. York, if Rory was in your place, do you think she would hold back?"

And with those words, he turned and left.

Noel appeared troubled, but Frank's question crushed the last ounce of sympathy she felt for Rory.

With a lengthy sigh, she left with Frank.

Soon, Sil's bestial bellows could be heard from the room, followed by Rory's screams.

Later, in Titus' study at Lionheart Estate… "Fuck!" Titus Lionheart bellowed as he punched the wall. Around him, Lionheart sentries stood in silence, afraid to breathe a word. They certainly would not dare get caught in whatever infuriated Titus enough for such an unseemly outburst.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1548-Still, after a brief silence, Titus' fury melted away as he smiled, albeit very sinisterly.

"Frank Lawrence…" he growled. "I'll admit you have a couple of tricks up your sleeves, humiliating me like this" On his desk was a tablet playing the day's news.

And on the screen was Sil, his privates censored with mosaic, thrusting himself violently between Rory's legs.

Even as Draconia's top singer kept screaming, Titus wheeled on the Lionheart sentries, his expression cold. "Where are they now?! Bring them to me!"

"Actually…"

One of the sentries began awkwardly and hesitantly, "We sent our people to look even before it hit the news, but they're both dead at the basement bar Sil frequents…"

Titus' sinister smile broadened at that, and he growled, "Frank Lawrence! So you're declaring war on me?! You've now slain Sil and Sif and humiliated my family… I will remember this! You will eventually fall before me, and when you do, I'll make you wish you were dead!!!" The rest of the Lionhearts remained silent as he rambled on.

Meanwhile, at Helen Lane's office in. Zamri, Helen was staring worriedly at Frank. "You've really insulted the Lionhearts now. Aren't you worried that they'll come for you?"

"I have to agree. This feels like way too much," Noel added hesitantly as she sat on the couch.

Frank, however, remained nonchalant as he twirled his teacup. "Too much? I actually think it's not enough." "Urgh…"

Helen certainly knew that Frank was rational and that he had his own plans for doing this.

Hence, she gave up on asking. Instead, she frowned and said, "My mom's former classmate's son is getting married in a couple of days. You're attending it with me if you're free."

Frank paused and turned toward her in surprise. "How is that our business?"

Helen sighed exasperatedly, but she also leveled Frank a pleading look. "My mom and I have been talking about it for days. Her other classmate's would be bringing their children too, and they're all quite successful. That's why she asked me-she thinks that going alone is embarrassing. I know she's wronged you a lot, but she's changed and was asking for you specifically…"

"Alright, alright." Frank smiled feebly, putting down his teacup. "Mother-in-law's request aside, when have I ever said no to you, beautiful?" "You're slick-I'll give you that." Helen giggled and winked flirtatiously at him. "But you know how many times you've said no to me."

"Hey, I'm right here. You two should really get a room." Noel scowled exasperatedly and got up, ready to leave.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1549-"Oh!"

Helen flushed, finally remembering that Noel was in the room too.

She quickly got up and caught Noel. "Ms. York… Could you join us too? There might be a performance session, and you could do a song number or something…"

Helen soon trailed off, blushing as she realized that her request was ridiculous.

Given Noel's status, she would charge millions for a single number at a wedding.

But since it felt a little strange to pay Noel for something like that, Helen felt embarrassed to have asked at all.

"Oh…"

Noel felt awkward too, since it was not a question of money.

She would never turn down Helen's request, but it felt strange singing at the wedding of somebody she did not know.

That was when Frank yawned, folding his arms before his chest as he flashed a vague smile at Noel. "Ms. York, you can have the five billion we got from Rory Thames. Would that be enough for a performance?" "Eh?"

Noel did a double take, seriously enticed just then.

Five billion was no small number even to her, as it was enough to spare her a lot of budgeting that she planned before.

As such, she agreed to it without hesitation while smiling at Frank. "In that case, when will I be paid, Mr. Lawrence?" "That depends on your performance."

Frank chuckled and shrugged. "What if your performance drops because you were paid before and not after?" "You little…"

Noel stared daggers at him, biting her lip, though she soon flashed her signature smile again and nodded. "In that case, let's put it in writing."

"Sure." Frank got right on it and gestured at Helen to get a black and white agreement.

Helen chuckled exasperatedly as she looked between the two comedians.. Still, she knew that it was basically a joint performance between the both of them to ease the earlier awkwardness, and so that Noel had a proper excuse to help.

"Now that I have it in writing… No regrets, Mr. Lawrence."

Noel smiled as she left with the written agreement in hand.

Frank watched as she left, before turning toward Helen and rolling bis eyes. "Let me guess. Your mom's been bragging to her friends that she would bring Noel York, hasn't she?"

en FindNovel "Ah… Hahaha…." Helen giggled awkwardly.

"Never a dull moment." Frank sighed, rubbing his brow.

That being said, Frank took Helen to the wedding hall in Norsedam the next day in his Bugatti Veyron. As for Noel, she had her own chauffeur and assistant, so she did not need a ride. Norsedam was not too far from Zamri, and Helen and Frank arrived at a rented mansion where the wedding was held. Frank even noticed the sign at the gates and muttered to himself, "The Favonis own this place?' Who could Gina's old classmate be? Many other luxury cards were heading into the mansion compound, though Frank's red-black Veyron still stood out in their midst. In fact, plenty of other guests were staring at it with jealousy.

The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage Chapter 1550-"Hey, handsome. Mind if I take a picture?"

A flock of elaborately-dressed young women mobbed Frank as soon as he alighted, having taken out their phones. "Feel free to."

Frank's affable reaction drew a chorus of squeals.

"Do you have a girlfriend, handsome?"

"How old are you? Would you like to go out for drinks later?"

Frank merely smiled politely at the enthusiastic women and walked around the car to open the other door

An ice queen dressed in white, projecting a strong presence and a cool demeanor alighted.

In fact, as soon as Helen made her appearance, the other guests passing by were all staring and gaping at her, with many men staring daggers at Frank jealously. "Shit, such a beauty walks the streets of Norsedam?"

"Maybe? I've never seen her around…"

"So cold, so beautiful! I'd like her to step on me with those heels…"

"What the hell? Get a hold of yourself, man!"

Despite the endless comments and remarks, Helen was used to it and remained her cool, composed self as she wrapped a hand around Frank's arm.

She had prettied up exquisitely today, and the women who flirted with Frank earlier could not even hope to match that and hung their heads just then.

Still, Helen leaned in and asked under her breath, "What were you talking about with those ladies?"

Frank reared his chin and said solemnly, "They're inviting me to a hotel later tonight."

"Bleurgh."

Helen snorted and threw a soft jab on his shoulder. It was such a girly contrast to her ice queen demeanor that the men around them were left gaping again.

In the distance, Gina Zonda was waving at them. "Helen, over here!"

She had been chatting with a group of middle-aged folks and was endlessly proud to see her daughter stealing the spotlight like a gem. "Mom."

Frank and Helen slowly headed over to join Gina as the crowd cleared a path for them.

The middle-aged folks chatting with Gina all turned toward Helen too, their eyes twinkling as they praised her endlessly.

"Is that your daughter, Gina? She's a work of art!"

"Exactly. I thought for a moment that she's a goddess gracing us mortals with her presence."

"Oh, you're exaggerating." Gina smiled, rearing her chin proudly.

Despite her humble reaction, she was endlessly buoyed by the flattery showered her daughter's way.

And her daughter was a natural beauty who absolutely deserved all the praise.

Helen was gracious too and openly carried herself with poise-as the girlboss of a major enterprise, a scene like this was only appropriate for her to flaunt herself.

It was Frank who felt a little out of place.

"Oh, Gina? Is that your son-in-law?"

Just as everyone was hovering around Helen a flamboyantly-dressed middle-aged woman spotted Frank and hid a smile of disdain as she continued. "Tut, tut. Where did you get him from? And that suit… Don't tell me it's a bargain item from one of our stores? Come on, Gina… Don't you have standards?"

Gina's face fell at the middle-aged woman's scoffing.