Chapter 11 I’ll Back You Up!
Duffy had always been very good at portraying herself as a gentle and understanding person.
As expected, seeing her so magnanimous and forbearing, someone immediately defended her.
“Only you think she is a good person. Every time she causes trouble, you try every means to make excuses for her, yet she doesn’t even appreciate your kindness! You deserve to be bullied by her.”
Serena signed, feeling a little sorry for Duffy. “Alas, why couldn’t you be the one who engaged to Luciano instead? If Valentina marries him, you will suffer a great deal. She will surely abuse her power and try every means to make things difficult for you, acting like she is the wife of Aurora Group’s boss.”
As soon as Serena said this, everyone was stunned.
A glint of cunning flashed in Duffy’s eyes. Soon, her rather weak and pale face showed helplessness, and then she shook her head again, smiling like a strong wildflower striving towards the sun.
“No, Valentina is my sister. We are family. I believe she won’t embarrass me. Luciano, what do you think?”
Luciano’s eyes were filled with some complicated emotions. Looking at the charming Duffy in front of him, he caressed her head and said gently, “No. I’ll back you up.”
Having got the answer she wanted, Duffy just chuckled and said happily, “I knew you would never misunderstand Valentina.”
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“All right, Duffy. It’s good that you can think this way. I was just afraid that you would misunderstand your sister. At tomorrow night’s Charity Night, you are going to be on the stage. Are you okay in your current state?”
Shirley, who had been silent all the time, was quite satisfied with her daughter’s performance and walked slowly towards them.
“Mom. I’m okay. Luciano is just over–worried. I’m almost recovered. There’s no problem for me to be on the stage. It’s not good to withdraw suddenly. Don’t worry. Anyway, I will push through…”
Duffy said hurriedly.
She finally obtained the opportunity to be on the stage at the Charity Night, and she even used her most valuable connections. How could she give it up?
Duffy thought that by seizing this opportunity, she could win more
people’s recognition, which was crucial for her next move of stepping into Aurora Group, replacing Valentina’s position, and erasing her influence entirely.
Duffy’s display of determination tugged at everyone’s heartstrings.
“Duffy, you are so dedicated! Even in such a situation, you are still thinking about work.”
“Yes, Duffy, are you really okay?”
Everyone asked with concern.
Duffy smiled, “Don’t worry. I’m fine. I can’t quit. Lisa has prepared everything for me.”
“All right. Then you should have a good rest for these two days and get
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well. If you are truly up for it, we’ll proceed as planned.”
Ethen suggested.
“Yeah, Dad. don’t worry. Also, don’t blame Valentina. I think she didn’t mean it. Maybe she was too busy to answer your call. I know you. You and Valentina are both tough–minded. Like father, like daughter, right?”
Duffy said considerately.
Ethen had forgotten this matter. As Duffy brought it up again, inside him again.
anger rose
So many juniors present knew what Valentina was like. This made Ethen feel extremely ashamed!
He thought, “What a naughty girl!”
Seeing Ethen’s gloomy face, Duffy was extremely happy.
“You keep defending her, but will she even appreciate your kindness? Don’t mention her anymore. She’s hopeless.”
Ethen said unhappily.
“All right. Since you have been unwell these days, your gown hasn’t been prepared yet. It may be too late for a custom order. We can only look for a ready–made one.”
Shirley spoke at the right time and knew when to stop. Then she looked at Luciano. “Luciano, you will also participate, right?”
Luciano nodded. “For such a major charity dinner, Aurora Group has also
received an invitation.”
This was also a very important dinner for him, and he was sure to go.
“Good. Then you can meet up at that time. Duffy, take your friends. upstairs to have a rest first, and go shopping this afternoon to see if there are any suitable evening dresses.”
Shirley said.
“Okay, Mom.”
“Duffy. I will come to meet you, and then Luciano will come to pick us up. This will save us some trouble.”
Serena took Duffy’s hand, with a look of distress on her face.
Duffy nodded with a smile.
“I’m so envious. It is said that only large enterprises can participate in this charity dinner, such as those leading enterprises. I heard that people from several established families will also come…”
“Yes. I don’t know when I will be qualified to participate in such a banquet. Duffy, you are so amazing. You can even perform on the stage. It’s not easy for others to get an invitation letter…”
Duffy smiled modestly, “Well, it’s all because of my mother. Mom, I’ll go upstairs first…”
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After a night’s rest, the injury on Valentina’s hand got a little better, and the pain wasn’t as intense as before, though her movements were still quite slow.
By the time she got up, it had been nearly ten o’clock.
Fortunately, it was the weekend, so she didn’t have to work. Otherwise, going to work in this state would be quite difficult.
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Valentina didn’t plan to cook breakfast. She simply had a cup of warm milk. There was no way she could manage makeup in her current state, so she just applied some lipstick to brighten her complexion before changing clothes and heading out.
Valentina took the subway to Starlight Street.
Starlight Street was one of the most prosperous and high–end commercial pedestrian streets in Pherton, owned by the Crawford Group. It housed numerous international luxury brands, such as Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton…
All kinds of big brands and limited editions were available here.
It was a famous money–burning paradise and a heaven for women.
Just as Valentina walked out of the subway entrance, she heard the roaring engines of high–end sports cars. Looking around, she could only see the afterimages of sports cars passing by.
The street was crowded with exquisitely dressed young women, wealthy socialites, daughters of elite families, and handsome, polished as well as successful men accompanying them.
Valentina went straight to the clothing area.
After wandering around for a while, she stopped in front of a Chanel store.
window.
The black dress displayed on the mannequin in the window was quite nice. It was simple, understated yet elegant, with clean, flattering lines that exuded sophistication. It was tasteful without being flashy.
Valentina walked into the store and asked the salesperson to get it for her.
The salesperson introduced the dress to Valentina with a smile, “Madam,
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you have very good taste! This dress is a commemorative limited edition. There is only one in Pherton. It has just arrived, and we have just put it on display.”
Valentina nodded and said, “I wear a size S. Is it suitable for me?”
The salesperson handed the dress to Valentina as she replied, “Yes, would you like to try it on?”
Valentina took the dress and walked towards the fitting room.
After a while, she got changed and walked out.
And at that time, a voice came over.
