Chapter 29

Lily quickly shut the door as soon as they stepped out.

Leaning against it. she let out a big sigh. "Finally, they're gone! I was about to lose it!"

"It's no big deal! Just a minor issue!"

Ella changed into a fresh outfit but felt like she was forgetting something."My brain's a mess. Think hard, did we forget something important?"

Lily suddenly slapped her forehead and screamed, "Oh no, Alan recognized you!"

Ella jumped up. "What do we do? I don't want anydrama before the divorce!"

"I've got an idea!"

Lily quickly grabbed her phone.

Ella's phone buzzed, and she laughed at the photo. "You're a genius!"

"Of course!"

Lily proudly patted her chest. "This is called being prepared. I was worried Alan might spill, so I took an embarrassing photo to keep him in check!"

"Perfect, I have Alan's number. I'll send a threatening message right now."

She quickly found his contact and sent the message.

Almost at the same time, Ella got another message from the director.

Tonight's welcome party had been changed to a pajama party.

Wearing pajamas might not go well with a hat, sunglasses, and a mask.

Ella was frustrated. "So many tricks! It's just a party. Why make such a fuss?"

"The live broadcast hasn't started yet, but some cameras will still follow us for promotional material! We have to make a big splash!" Lily excitedly started rummaging through the wardrobe.

Unfortunately, Lily didn't bring many pajamas, especially not ones with unique designs.

Ella was in the same boat.

She stood in front of the wardrobe, frowning. "Let's modify them! Get the tools,I'll do it myself!"

"Awesome! It's an honor to wear pajamas made by you!"

"Stop joking!"

Ella got busy preparing for the evening party.

Meanwhile, the other room felt like an icebox, as if it had been frozen.

Alan was sleeping like a log on the bed, snoring loudly,with several bumps on his head,completely unaware, just wrapped in a blanket.occasionally muttering about the cold.

Arthur sat on the sofa with his legs crossed, tightly gripping his phone.

[This is our secret. Don't say anything, or I'll post your photos online!!

Looking at the message and photo from Ella.

He gripped the phone even tighter.

'What kind of secret could there be between them? Only those who are close would take such embarrassing photos of each other, right?

His gaze turned cold as he stared at Alan on the bed.

In his sleep. Alan felt a chill all over and tightened the blanket around him.

There was a knock on the door.

Opening it. Arthur saw Ava with tear-streaked cheeks and frowned. "What's wrong?"

"Look at my hand!" Ava raised her red and swollen wrist,tears welling up in her eyes.

"What happened?"

Arthur looked concerned. "I'll take you to the hospital!"

"No need, it's just a small injury. I saw Ms. Worryfree lost on her way back and wanted to guide her, but then..."

Her voice trailed off.

Arthur paused. "Let's go to the hospital anyway!"

"No!" Ava said playfully, "I just want you to take me to the garden!"

Seeing him stay silent, Ava lowered her head, looking disappointed."I'm in a bad mood and want to see the flowers!"

"Alright!" Arthur agreed quickly.

Ava smiled through her tears, holding his arm. "I knew you were the best to me!"

They soon appeared in the garden, standing together like a picture-perfect scene.

Many people saw them and looked on with envy.

Ava thoroughly enjoyed being the center of attention.

She clung tightly to Arthur's armn and raised her voice deliberately, "Ms.Worry-Free agreed to design my wedding dress. Can she also make your suit?"

Arthur's lips curved into a smile, and he nodded lightly.

"I'm so envious of Ava. If I had such backing, I wouldn't have to work so hard!"

"Who wouldn't be? We fashion designers look glamorous, but the competition is fierce! I wish I could marry a rich man and live in luxury!"

"I just heard them talking about suits and wedding dresses. Are they getting married?"

Hearing the chatter outside, Ella's good mood vanished.

Ella paused, a look of sadness crossing her face.

Lily spat, "These people have no taste. Scumbag and bitch should be locked together, not harming others!"

"Ella, once your divorce is finalized, you'll find men who love you! Work hard and we'll date thirty men, one for each day!"

"Please, even i you had the money, could you handle it?"

Thinking of Arthur's stamina, Ella blinked. "Alright, the pajamas are ready.Try them on!"

"Okay!"

Lily dashed into the dressing room like a princess in her new pajamas.

Ella,exhausted,walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, intending to relieve her eyes by looking into the distance, only to see Arthur and Ava sitting in the garden, closely snuggled together.

What a scumbag. He was just entangled with me in the bathroom,and now he's with Ava in the garden.'

She withdrew her gaze and noticed she was crying.

"Useless!" She stubbornly wiped her tears.

Picking up her phone, she saw Alan hadn't replied, and her heart sank.

She dressed and left the room.

Ella wandered upstairs, realizing she forgot where Alan's room was.

A staff member passed by.

She asked, "Excuse me, where is Alan's room?"

"What do you want to do?"

The staff member looked at Ella with disdain. "We're hosting a fair fashion competition. Though you're well-known in the fashion industry,just focus on your work!"

Ella didn't understand at first.

But seeing the staff's expression, she sighed. "Alan and I are friends.We've known each other for a long time!"

"Really?"

The staff clearly didn't believe her. "Regardless, do your job!"

"I..."

"Don't think about taking shortcuts!" Thestaff left with a parting shot.

Ella stomped her foot in frustration and had to search on her own.

The estate was large enough to accommodate hundreds of people. After wandering for a while, Ella still couldn't find Alan's room. She angrily dialed his number.

"What? Want to throw yourself at me again?"