Chapter 1129
Hearing Philip say this, Melinda gave a coldugh.
“You’re talking like, Ms. Summers invited us today probably just to make you feel pressured, or to
make me feel ufortable. After all, I no longer have my father’s support, and I’m not doing as
well as I used to. Meanwhile Crysti, who you once turned down, is now a star at Starlight
International! If I’m guessing right, Ms. Summers might give her special attention from now on!”
They reached the elevator hall, where a few people were waiting for the elevator. Seeing the two of
theming together, their eyes turned weird, full of obvious disdain and contempt.
“Oh, if it isn’t Melinda. What, were you invited too?”
The first woman to speak was dressed to the nines in a tight purple mermaid dress, looking quite
simr to Melinda.
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In the showbiz world, Melinda had taken quite a few roles from her. Now that Melinda was in a
downward spiral, many people were happy.
Even someone with the IQ of a rock would know that those who lost their advantage in showbiz
were often bullied. But knowing this and staying calm were two different things.
“None of your business.”
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The womanughed and nced at Philip. “You’ve had quite the lucky life. You had your father’s
support, and now that you’re down on your luck, you have Philip to look after you. Poor Philip,
though. Threw away a useless Crysti, thinking he would marry a sessful woman and make it big.
But instead, he ended up with another useless…”
“Hey, you’re wrong. I heard that Melinda invested in Philip’s new drama! Doesn’t sound useless to
me.”
“Oh, true. Now that I think about it, Philip dumping Crysti doesn’t look like such a loss.”
The groupughed and chuckled, showing no respect for Philip and Melinda.
Philip’s face turned sour. He knew that his sudden decision to be with Melinda would cause gossip,
but hearing himself described as someone who relied on women made him ufortable.
The elevator arrived. They got in and went straight to the top floor. No one spoke in the elevator.
Arriving on the top floor, they walked into the banquet hall.
The luxurious crystal chandeliers, doubleyered carved transparent floor, and arge indoor pool
were in the center. The room was luxuriously decorated and illuminated by the lights, exuding an
unparalleled sense of luxury that made everyone feel more confident. Some were even checking
their dresses, scared they wouldn’t fit in with thevish surroundings.
“Wow!”
“My god, this is so luxurious!”
“It’s really gorgeous, Starlight International is amazing! They chose such a luxurious ce for the
celebration.”
“I’m really shocked! This ce is amazing! I’m even tempted to switch to Starlight International.”
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The crowd was obviously attracted by the luxury, expressing their admiration. But behind them
came a scoff.
“A bunch of country bumpkins.”
People turned their heads and saw Melinda, arm in arm with Philip, looking down on them with
contempt. A few people looked embarrassed, and the woman who had spoken to Melinda in the
lobby said, “Right, we are country bumpkins! Unlike you guys, your dad even picks a seven–star
hotel for his mistress! Can’t even begin to imagine, someone actually hooked up with his wife’s
niece. Can’t wrap my head around what that feels like! Unfortunately, we can’t understand your
complicated lives! You guys really know how to live it up!”
“Ha…” People around them chuckled.
Melinda didn’t expect them to bring this up. Her once mocking face turned serious, and she looked
extremely ufortable. “Shut up or I will shut your up!”
“So, we can’t speak the truth now?” The woman immediately retorted.
Melinda’s face turned pale with anger, and Philip rubbed her shoulder.
“Let it go, babe. They’re not worth it. Think about the baby.”
Only then did Melinda remember that she was pregnant. She took a deep breath and slowly calmed
down.
Then she sneered at the women, “Even if you want to switch, you should see if Starlight
International wants you. Do you think they’re a garbage dump, taking in any trash?!”
After saying that, she looked at the several people whose faces had turned ugly andughed
satisfactorily. She looked around the luxurious venue and said, “You guys are worshiping this ce
just because it’s rented? If you want to admire someone, admire The Watson Group who owns the
entire hotel!” As she spoke, Melinda’s eyes turned to the golden flower window in the corridor. Only
then could she see the faint lights, proving the high floors of The Watson Hotel, one of the few top
buildings in P City.
“Just having this seven–star hotel is enough to be shocking, let alone the fact that the Watson family
owns more than one…”
By the end, Melinda didn’t know whether she was talking to the women or to herself.
Philip also looked around the environment because of this, his eyes slightly flickering. Melinda was
right. If they were to admire someone, it should be the enormous Watson Group. Just looking at this
hotel was enough to prove how wealthy the Watson family was.
“Philip, let’s go in.” Melinda, who seemed to havee back to her senses from her contemtion,
didn’t want to continue arguing with the women. As
she was about to enter the venue with Philip, the door of an elevator nearby slowly opened, and
the people inside came out one after another.
This was a wide–sleeved, knee–length dress in a dusty blue hue with a sleek silhouette that
showed off the shoulders. However, it beautifully emphasized the elegant body, which exuded a
natural grace and serenity without a whiff of extravagance. Every movement radiated a natural
expression of femininity that only women who are adored can possess
Cicely made her entrance first, inevitably drawing the attention of several people. She didn’t linger
on anyone but turned to look at the elevator.
Someone was slowly emerging from the elevator, pushing a wheelchair.
And surprise, surprise, it was Crysti who was sitting in the wheelchair.