Chapter 9
“Kate, it’s me. Can I come in?” Celia called from outside the door.
Kate quickly slipped her phone into her pocket. “Mom, the door’s not locked. Come in.”
Celia pushed the door open and walked in
As she approached Kate, she said, “It’s cloudy today, not sunny or hot. Kyla’s secretary is coming by to take you shopping. You can also pick out a few evening gowns at Aura Supreme for the party on Saturday night.”
“What party?” Kate asked casually, though her curiosity was piqued
“The Weaver family’s daughter’s birthday party. Didn’t I mention it before!” Celia replied
Kate remembered. There had been a similar event before her time travel as well.
The Weaver family was second only to the Davidson family in Sherpsel, and Grace Weaver, being the only heiress of her generation, was spoiled rotten. Her birthday parties were always grand affairs, with all the influential people in Sherpsel in attendance.
Grace and Kyla were close friends and looked down on Kate, the real heir of the Sutton family, sneering at her because of her humble background.
In the past, Kate had gone to the Weaver party with Kyla, only to be humiliated when Grace accidentally” spilled red wine all over her white evening gown, leaving her mortified.
Kate’s eyes flashed with determination. Last time, I couldn’t fight back, but this time, Grace will get what she deserves, with interest”
“Mom, I already have a few evening gowns. There’s no need to buy more, Kate said, thinking of the exorbitant prices at Aura Supreme, its exclusive and elegant designs.
Even though she was now a wealthy heiress, the cost of one of their gowns still stunned her.
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“You’ve worn those dresses before, Cella coured gently. “Trust me, sweetie. Go shopping with Vita. If you find something you like, just buy it. And while you’re at it, check out some of the new designs at Aura Supreme”
Each evening gown from Aura Supreme was a one–of–a–kind creation, ensuring there we
were no awkward fashion clashes at parties.
Kate was about to refuse, but then she remembered she had torn one of Alfred’s shirt. She felt she ought to replace it Her resolve softened, and she smiled sweetly. “Okay, Mom, I’ll do as you say
Celia lovingly stroked Kate’s long hair, saying affectionately. “My daughter should always look her best.”
Kate teased, “Mom, don’t I look beautiful even without dressing uph
“Of course, you do. My girl is always the most beautiful, no matter what, Celia replied, beaming,
“That’s because of the great genes I got from you and Dad.” Kate laughed.
Celia gently tapped her on the forehead, indulging her. “You little sweet talker.”
Kate playfully stuck out her tongue, making Celis dote on her even more. Celia pulled out a bank card and pressed it into Kate’s hand. “Here’s your spending money. Buy whatever catches your eye. Don’t worry about the cost. Now go on, don’t keep Vita waiting.”
Encouraged by Celia, Kate changed into a fresh outfit, slipped into high heels, slung the Helmegen bag her mother had given her over her shoulder, and followed Kyla’s secretary, Vita Bax, out the door.
The wealthy of Sherpsel preferred to shop on Elite Street, where every store was a boutique carrying a different luxury brand.
Vita parked at the entrance of Elite Street and turned to Kate. “Miss Sutton, go ahead and take a look around. I’ll park the car and catch up with you.
Kate nodded and stepped out of the car. Since returning to the Sutton family, she had visited Elite Street countless times and knew exactly where to find men’s designer clothes. Without hesitation, she made her way to a specific brand’s boutique.
As she reached the store entrance, she bumped into Chris coming out. They both froze, locking eyes.
Seeing Chris brought back painful memories of her past life, and a surge of anger washed over ber. She felt a sudden urge to grab him by the collar and demand why he had married her if he didn’t love her.
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She knew the man that night wasn’t him, so she couldn’t figure out why he had pretended and deceived her, leading to their daughter’s death.
“Kate” Chris called out. He stepped closer, standing right in front of her. His eyes held a hint of suspicion: usually, Kate would light up at the sight of him, but today, he sensed something was different.
“What are you doing here? Are you alone” Chris looked around, clearly searching for someone.
Kate fought to keep her hatred in check. Seeing him looking around, she knew he was searching for Kyla. She couldn’t help but smirk, though her tone remained cool. “Obviously, I’m here to shop for clothes,” she said as she walked past him.
“Kate, wait.” Chris turned and grabbed her hand.
Kate immediately yanked it away, wincing in pain.
He had grabbed her injured hand by accident. Even though it had been a few days since the injury, the scar was still tender.
Chris paused, noticing the scar on her wrist. Despite her resistance, he took her hand again, his face full of concern. “What happened? Who did this to your
Kate looked at him with a mocking smile. “Chris, didn’t you say you liked me? How come you didn’t know I was hurt? You haven’t visited me in days”
Chris’s eyes flickered for a moment before he regained his composure, lying smoothly. Tve been really busy lately, didn’t get a chance to visit. How did this happen! It looks like a bufe wound.”
“Now that you’ve seen it, can you let go?” Kate asked with a touch of disdain.
Chris frowned, his gaze locked on her. Kyla had complained to him that Kate had changed, that she was growing closer to her parents and even setting traps for her.
He hadn’t believed it at first. But now, he was starting to think Kyla might be right. Kate really was changing.
This is a knife wound,” she said calmly, pulling her hand hack. “It’s from a knife Kyla gave me.” When she had returned to the Sutton family, one of the gifts from Kyla had been a small knife, supposedly for self–defense.
Reflecting on it
Kate realized that Kyla had been leading her into a trap from the moment she returned.
“Kyla gave it to you for self–defense. How did you end up cutting yourself? At least it’s healing now, Chris said, his voice softening at the mention of Kyla, lacking the urgency and concern he’d shown earlier.
The calmer Kate observed him, the more she regretted how blind she had been in her past life.
Chris glanced back at the men’s clothing boutique behind them. “You said you came to buy clothes. This store sells men’s clothing. Who are you buying for!”
“Who I’m buying for is none of your business. But it’s definitely not for you” Kate retorted.
Chris suddenly found himself at a loss for words. He was used to Kate treating him like a king, always indulging his every whim without him even having to ask. She used to go out of her way to get him what he wanted. But now, faced with Kate’s cold attitude, be felt a void in his heart
Accustomed to Kate treating him like a treasure, always indulging him in everything he desired without him having to ask, Kate would go to great lengths to get it for him. Suddenly, faced with Kate’s cold attitude toward him, he felt a void in his heart.
“I’m familiar with this brand. Come on, let me help you pick something out,” Chris said, reaching for her again.
Kate sidestepped his hand, and with her head held high, she walked into the store with a graceful stride.
Meanwhile, Alfred suddenly instructed his driver, “Stop the car.
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