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nTranslator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

nEarly in the morning, Hunter walked downstairs.

nHe was wearing a luxury silk nightgown, with the neckline open at will, revealing his white chest.

nHis hair was messy from sleep, slightly curled.

nHe narrowed his drowsy eyes and looked unapproachable, but there was an imperceptible sex appeal in his languor.

nThe servants had prepared breakfast.

nOn the dining table, black truffle toast was decorated with fresh petals, and coffee had been poured in a gilded porcelain cup.

nHunter took a seat, and picked up the coffee with his beautifully-shaped hands. He took a sip.

nEvery move of his was elegant.

nMr. Hopkins put the envelope aside and said, “This is an invitation letter from Principal Wu of Lance Middle School. He will hold a birthday banquet next week.”

nHunter refused flatly. “I’m not going.”

nMr. Hopkins was not surprised but relieved.

nThat was good. If he went to the birthday party, he might cause trouble again.

nHe still remembered how he got into a fight with the bridegroom last time he attended a wedding.

nAfter thinking about it, Mr. Hopkins added. “Miss Smith seems to be going to the birthday party.”

nHunter raised his eyebrows. “Why?”

n“I’m not sure.”

n“Um… The little thing must have decided to go because she thought I would be going.” The man propped his chin with his hand, pondering with a frown, and then said, “She would be sad if she can’t find me there!”

nMr. Hopkins was speechless.

nMr. Johnson, you think too much!

n“Then I’ll be going too.” Hunter picked up the envelope on the side and gave a tolerant smile. “Lest the little thing cries.”

nClaire had no interest in the principal’s birthday banquet.

nShe picked a random set of clothes and put them on.

nOutside the gate of the Smiths’ mansion, she got into a Lincoln car.

nAda happened to pass by the living room and was surprised when she saw this scene.

nAble to afford a Lincoln car, the one in the car couldn’t be a nobody.

nDid he specially come to pick up Claire?

nHow could Claire know someone like this?

nIn the car, Adam looked at Claire, dumbfounded.

nHoodie and jeans.

n“You are wearing this?”

nClaire shrugged. “Can’t I?”

n“Yes, you can, Sweetheart, but it’s too casual.” Adam said in his heart.

nTen minutes later, they arrived at the banquet.

nIn the hall, there was a hubbub of voices, and people were toasting each other.

nThose who came to the banquet were all students of the school and children of wealthy families. They were all exquisitely dressed as if they were in a beauty contest.

nOnly Claire was a maverick.

nMany people pointed fingers at her.

n“Why did she come dressed like this?”

n“What a rube…”

n“That’s the way it is with country folks.”

nOn the other side, Phoebe was still perfecting her sketches when her phone rang.

nIt was from her friend Ann.

nAfter the call was connected, Ann asked. “Phoebe, are you coming to attend Principal Wu’s birthday party?”

nPhoebe held the paintbrush. “No.”

n“Huh? Why?”

n“Because…” Phoebe stopped painting and her tone suddenly sounded depressed. “Because Claire is going to the party, you know, if we appear together… it’ll be very embarrassing.”

nAnn jumped with anger. “Then why should she be here instead of you?”

nPhoebe smiled bitterly. “After all, she… is the real daughter of the Smiths.”

n“What are you talking about? Have we ever recognised her? I don’t care. Anyway, I’ll teach her a good lesson!”

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nAdam was led aside by the principal to talk. Claire was so bored that she tasted a few glasses of red wine, which were far worse than what she had drunk in the First Wine Cellar.

nShe went to the restroom.

nAfter Ann finished the call, she had been paying close attention to Claire, waiting for the opportunity.

nAt this moment, she was hiding behind the restroom door sneakily.

nSeeing Claire come out, she slammed into her and the necklace on her neck snapped to the ground.

nClaire immediately backed up two steps, keeping a distance from her. She bent over to pick up the necklace and handed it to Ann. After that, she turned to leave.

n“Wait!” Ann hurriedly reached out and grabbed Claire.

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