The charity event was hosted personally by Jenna. It achieved great results as Jenna had expected. The children received donations for their education expenses all the way up until they graduate from high school. Jenna was elated to see the results and was glad that the banquet was not held in vain. Instead, it was very meaningful.
At that moment, she stood on the stage with her bare face and simple outfit, yet she was the most beautiful one in the hall. A light and graceful aura radiated from her throughout the whole event. Everyone was astonished, suddenly remembering that she was Hansen's ex- wife. However, very soon, the attention she received disappeared very quickly, and she was soon forgotten by the crowd the minute she left the stage.
After the charity event, Jenna felt relieved and relaxed. As long as Aria was taking charge of the banquet, she didn't have much to do. In addition to her flawless plans, Aria was born into a distinguished family. So, she was used to handling banquets like these, and she had nothing to worry about. The news of the banquet was spread by the media, and everyone knew about it. The public praised Richards Manor for hosting such a unique and meaningful banque. The announcement of Hansen and Aria's wedding elevated the nobility and honor of the Richards family all the way to the top of the social hierarchy. Everyone could only imagine how grand that occasion would be.
In the afternoon, Jenna left Central Island and walked towards the Ink Garden.
She didn't want to participate in any of the subsequent activities.
"Barrett, isn't that the woman in the picture?" a man in black asked another man. They were hiding in a dark corner.
The other man squinted his eyes and stared at Jenna from among the leaves for a while.
"I don't think so. I've heard that the woman was Hansen's ex- wife. She's no ordinary woman. So, it's impossible for her to dress so simply, with no jewelry on her at all. Besides, she's still in charge of the household affairs of Richards Manor. So, it's impossible for her to walk around alone like this. She must have at least a few servants accompanying her." Barrett shook his head and doubted. "Be careful not to get the wrong person. This is Richards Manor. One small mistake and we might not see the light of day ever again."
"I agree. Just now, I saw another lady standing next to Hansen. She was dressed luxuriously and fashionably, wearing shiny jewelry from head to toe. She looked like the woman in the picture. So, it must be her," the man said.
"That's right. I noticed that too. It's probably her. Rich people sure do it differently. An ex-wife and a current fiancee, walking together next to him and actually getting along? That's really weird. These ladies probably only care about money, and their status probably didn't matter to them. His ex-wife is pregnant too, yet she's still trying to flatter his current fiancee. She probably didn't expect that she would be framed by her instead, and would probably die without even knowing what had happened. However, a woman who lacks integrity like this surely deserves it," Barrett replied.
"Oh well. That's the world of wealthy people. We just need to be concerned about completing our mission and getting the money and enjoying the girlfriend of a rich man in the meantime. It should be fun," the man said.
"Remember, we take action at eight o'clock sharp. Someone will wait for us outside." Barrett reminded the other man of the instructions.
The two men discussed in a low voice as they watched Jenna walk on the path in front of them. They then leave in an electric car.
Jenna returned to her bedroom and took out the invitation from her pocket. She took a deep breath and opened it. A note was exposed. Seeing the words 'Zevery Hotel' and the room number on the note, she started to think.
She really couldn't figure out who had invited her there and the reason behind it. The words were written vigorously and powerfully. They were neat and beautiful. It was obvious that they were written by a man. Did that man not know that she was supposed to be at Richards Manor for the New Year banquet?
How would he know that she would have the time to show up?
She anxiously stood in front of the window.
The man who gave her the invitation was well-mannered and didn't seem like a bad guy. As she laid on her bed and thought carefully, she fell asleep.
After a while, she was woken up by some knocks on her door, and she opened the door to see Rayan walk in worriedly.
"Jen, why didn't you tell me that you had returned to your room. I looked everywhere for you," Rayan said with a slightly accusing tone and a concerned expression.
"Rayan, you are a guest. You should stay there. I'm fine. I just came back because I felt sleepy." Jenna smiled embarrassedly.
Rayan looked at her, "Jen, are you okay? Are you not feeling well?"
"Don't worry, Rayan, I'm not that fragile." Jenna smiled.
"That's good." He let out a sigh of relief.
Jenna took out her cell phone and saw that it was almost 7.30 in the evening. The sky was already turning dark, but she didn't notice it because the lights at Richards Manor were extremely bright.
Oh, no.
Wasn't she supposed to show up at eight o'clock?
She had decided.
She had to go.
She quickly stood up.
"Rayan, I have to go out. You can have fun somewhere else or rest in your room." She grabbed her bag and left hurriedly.
"Where are you going?" Rayan's heart sank, and quickly grasped her hand.
"Rayan, I need to go to a hotel. Someone is looking for me. I have no time to explain to you." Jenna pushed his hand away and was ready to exit the room.
Someone was looking for her? Rayan's heart sank as he thought of something, and he quickly offered to go with her.
"Let me accompany you," he said stubbornly.
"Well..." Jenna hesitated.
She gave the suggestion a brief thought.
"I'll be worried if you were to go alone. You have to let me go with you," Rayan said earnestly. He was resolute and did not leave her room to decide.
"Okay, then. You can drive me there. I need to go to the Zevery Hotel," Jenna answered immediately and did not decline.
"Alright." Rayan followed Jenna as she walked outside.
The electric car quickly brought them to the entrance of Richards Manor. Rayan went to the parking lot to retrieve his car, and Jenna got into his car and left.
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