Chapter 514
Naomi’s Design Proposal
“Don’t worry,” Ruby said with a sly smirk. “After tomorrow, Arabella won’t have anything left to brag about.”
Naomi glanced over, concern in her eyes. “Are you sure this will work?”
“Absolutely. My plan is airtight.” Ruby lifted her chin confidently.
After a brief pause, Naomi hesitated. “Ruby… you’re really not going home, are you?”
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“Not a chance,” Ruby replied bitterly. “All they ever do is dote on Arabella. Tomorrow, once I expose her for who she really is, let’s see what they have to say then.”
Going back now would just mean another lecture. She wasn’t about to put herself through that.
“But your parents…” Naomi felt uneasy about Ruby being on bad terms with her family.
‘Naomi, relax. I know what I’m doing,” Ruby reassured her.
Hearing that, Naomi didn’t push further. “Alright then. Get some rest–I’m heading to the study.”
‘What have you been working on lately? You’re in there day and night,” Ruby asked curiously.
‘It’s a design proposal. Horizon Corp’s jewelry line is launching their next seasonal collection soon, and I want to throw my hat in the ring,” Naomi explained.
‘Ohhh…” Ruby dragged out the sound, a knowing grin spreading across her face. “Putting in all that effort just to get closer to him How sweet.”
Naomi’s cheeks flushed instantly. She shot Ruby a playful glare. “Stop making things up. I’m going back to work.
Watching Naomi hurry off toward the study, Ruby called after her teasingly, “What’s there to be embarrassed about you by Mis Stewart before you know it.”
Naomi didn’t answer–just the firm click of the door closing, betraying her Nustered excitement.
Ruby chuckled softly, a smug tilt to her brow.
Leaning back against the sofa again, she checked her phone and dialed a number “Everything set on you wild
All ready No wornes” The voice on the other end replied
“Good Tomorrows a big day for me trothing can go wrong Huby said her tone turining sonu
“Understood
Satisfied with the reassurance Ruby ended the call
A faint, dedainful spule touched her tip dust you wait Arabella yo te captan starts tomorrow
The next day arrived quickly
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Chapter 514 Naomi’s Design Proposal
Liam had reserved a private suite for the occasion at Kindwell Hospital.
As planned, almost everyone had gathered.
“Mom, Arabella still isn’t here… You don’t think something’s wrong, do you?” Naomi asked, worry lining her voice.
“Let’s give her a little more time,” Florence replied calmly.
Ruby let out a scoff. “She probably knows she’s out of her depth. Maybe she’s too scared to show up.”
“Enough,” Liam cut in sharply. “We’re the ones asking her for help. Show some respect.”
“You always take her side,” Ruby muttered, resentment simmering in her voice.
Liam’s expression hardened. “If you’re not willing to go through with this, we can leave right now.”
Ruby fell silent, though her displeasure was palpable.
Sophia spoke gently, “Ruby, if it weren’t for Arabella, we wouldn’t even have a chance to see Aletta. Let’s keep things civit.”
That only irritated Ruby more. “Just wait till she gets here. You’ll all see her true colors.”
Frank and Ethan exchanged a glance.
“Ruby, what true colors are you talking about?” Ethan asked, his gaze darkening slightly.
“Don’t get worked up, Ethan. You’ll see soon enough,” Ruby replied, a hint of smugness in her tone.
“Then we’ll wait,” Frank said evenly.
Ruby smirked. “Always the calm one, aren’t you, Frank?”
Frank turned toward Jonathan and Florence. “Dad, Mom, why don’t you have a seat? Arabella should be here shouto
“Liam, Sophia, please sit as well,” Florence offered warmly.
Once everyone was settled, Sophia said softly, “Florence, I know Ruby hasn’t made things easy, but as her mother by while her health keeps declining. It’s been getting worse lately”
“I’ve put Arabella in a difficult position F’ll make it up to her.” Liam added, regret coloring his wora
Ruby couldn’t help rolling her eyes “Mom Dad if you really care about ime, just let things play out
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Just then, the door swung open
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“Well,” Orion began, slightly nervous, “word got out that Aletta was coming today. We were hoping to observe, if that’s alright wit
you.”
Even without knowing exactly who these people were, anyone who could secure a visit from Aletta was clearly influential.
After all, the last time, Robert had only managed to get an appointment with her apprentice.
“Absolutely,” another doctor chimed in. “Even if we can’t assist, we’d be honored just to be in the room.”
“How did you find out about this?” Liam asked. They’d chosen this hospital for discretion–details hadn’t been shared publicly.
Before anyone else could speak, Ruby interjected smoothly, “Of course you’re welcome. I’m the one who reached out to you- considers this an open invitation.”