The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 497

Aunt Bluna's beef with Patricia wasn't fresh news.

Patricia had been a spineless jellyfish since day one. She bent over backward for men, especially when Mr. Blanchet was around, she would completely lose herself.

Aunt Bluna had zero respect for girls who couldn't live without a man; if Patricia weren't related, she wouldn't give her the time of day.

Haillie scowled, looking at Ellinor with distaste, "Is Ms. Mendoza really prettier than Patricia? I don't see it!"

Aunt Bluna turned her gaze to Ellinor, her eyes lighting up with admiration. "Ms. Mendoza's a different breed. She might be petite and cute, but there's a certain toughness in her eyes. She oozes confidence, but most importantly, she's got this aloof aura when it comes to men and power. That's the vibe we've been chasing at Fashion Pyramid!"

Haillie bit her lip in displeasure, thinking Ellinor was just putting on an act. Even a powerhouse like Aunt Bluna was taken in.

By now, Patricia's face was as red as a tomato, and getting called out by Aunt Bluna in front of everyone was mortifying.

Aunt Bluna, the fashion oddball who barely ever socialized with her own family, was now fawning over Ellinor and even making a sincere invitation. Patricia was seething with jealousy.

Even Haillie's defense didn't make Aunt Bluna budge.

Patricia wanted to turn to Balfour for help, hoping he'd put in a good word for her, but just as she was caught in a dilemma, something caught her eye.

She saw a familiar figure standing behind the crowd. It was the man she'd been longing for.