But she was already here.
This was her only chance to be in front of so many of the elite.
These were the most powerful and influential people from all over the country.
She had to seize this moment to capture their attention—and their hearts.
It didn't matter if she could seduce Riley Blackwood.
If any man here took a liking to her and was willing to marry her…
She would instantly ascend into the ranks of the elite.
When that happened, why would she need to grovel before Isabella and Karen anymore?
Hailey's gaze fell to the gift box in her hands.
This was her key to making a name for herself in Vaelion City—and maybe even all of Elyndor.
She was confident that once she presented this gift, Brianna would be impressed.
It would also give her a chance to catch the eye of the distinguished guests in attendance.
With that thought, Hailey took a deep breath, braced herself, and faced Brianna. "Miss Blackwood, I'm Hailey Wynn, from the Wynn Group. It's a great honor to be at your coming-of-age party. Happy birthday. I hope you like this gift."
But Brianna didn't accept the gift with the same beaming smile she had offered the other socialites.
Instead, she frowned slightly, her eyes narrowing as she sized Hailey up with clear displeasure.
Brianna had no warm feelings for the Wynn family, who had once bullied Serena.
The Wynns…
A third-rate family.
How did they even get into her party?
She was certain she hadn't sent them an invitation.
Even if they somehow qualified, given their history with Serena, she never would have invited them.
But in a public setting like this, Brianna couldn't very well grill them about the invitation.

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