The Beauty and the Brain

Chapter 40

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Carly and Ira walked downstairs together, and Mia pretended to be angry as she said, “You didn’t even

greet your elders when you arrived, how rude!”

Carly approached with a smile and said playfully, “Mom, I know I was wrong.”

Aria laughed and said, “No worries, no worries, we’re all family here, no need to be so particular!”

Ira also said, “Ms. Dillon, please don’t blame Carly. It’s me who wanted to take her around and

explore.”

Mia said with a smile, “Alright, alright, I won’t say anymore. With so many people protecting her, how

would I dare to offend this little princess?”

Carly’s face turned red with embarrassment, and she said, “Mom, don’t talk nonsense!”

The surrounding guests watched this scene, and it seemed inevitable that the Hebert family and the

Spence family would eventually be united in marriage. Aria had publicly acknowledged them as

family, and Ira and Carly appeared to be mutually smitten. Although Carly was a bit young now, s

was beautiful and kind–hearted, and would undoubtedly become the future young mistress of the

Hebert family!

The marriage between the Spence family and the Hebert family has made the Spence family even

more prestigious in Las Vegas. Many people are eager to get on their good side.

The ladies immediately went up to flatter Mia, while also complimenting Carly in the process.

“Mrs. Spence is truly fortunate to have such a well–behaved and beautiful daughter!”

“Not only that, but Olive is also so beautiful. She’s the dream girl of many people. She must have NôvelDrama.Org exclusive content.

inherited the good genes from Mrs. Spence!”

“Mrs. Spence’s son is so capable, I heard he’s opening another subsidiary soon. And her daughters.

are so beautiful, I’m really envious!”

“Not at all, you ladies are too kind!” Mia said with a grin, unable to contain her excitement. If Carly

were to marry into the Hebert family, she would become Ira’s mother–in–law. And Ira was the sole

heir to the Hebert family fortune!

Carly was also praised and felt elated. Although she was not as stunning as her second sister Olive,

she was still young, and her pure beauty was enough for now. Once she entered the entertainment

industry, she would surely become even more popular than her sister!

As everyone chatted and laughed, the banquet was about to begin.

At this moment, Marie arrived at the Hebert residence. After handing over the invitation, the doorman

pushed the door open. The sound of the door opening caught the attention of the guests,

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who all turned around to see a young girl dressed in a long white gown, elegantly making her

entrance.

Her eyebrows and eyes were as beautiful as a painting, adorned with white gauze and peach. blossoms, making her surpassingly beautiful and exuding an air of elegance and grace.

Her eyes were clear and bright, taking in her surroundings as if she were a lost fawn in the woods,

captivating and enchanting.

Her light makeup accentuated her delicate features, while her slightly curled long hair framed her

slender waist, which was easily encircled by a hand. The high–waisted skirt highlighted her graceful

figure.

Everyone was buzzing with curiosity, wondering which family’s young lady had arrived fashionably late,

yet outshining all the other beauties present.

Ira was momentarily stunned, for he had never seen such a breathtaking beauty before. Her features

were so delicate, her gaze so enchanting, and just one glance at her slender waist made him yearn to

step forward and embrace her, imagining the wonderful sensation it would bring.

“Ira? Ira?” Carly called out several times, but Ira didn’t hear her.

Carly watched Ira’s reaction, clenching her fists in anger. Damn it, Marie! She had left her at home, but

somehow, she had found a dress and shamelessly followed them, trying to seduce her Ira. She really

was a despicable little vixen!

She must keep a close eye on Marie today, and absolutely cannot let her speak a single word to Ira!

“Marie? What took you so long?” Carly greeted her with a smile.

Marie turned to Carly and chuckled, continuing the act, “Carly, I had no choice but to go to the clothing

store to pick up my dress, so naturally, I was a bit late.”

Upon hearing Marie say this, the ladies around her couldn’t help but whisper among themselves. Just a

moment ago, Mia was bragging to them that Mason had specially arranged for the clothing store to

send the new dresses to their home for them to choose from. So why did Marie need to go to the store

to pick up her dress?

Some people who attended Asher’s last birthday party knew that Marie was the daughter of Mason’s

ex–wife. As the news spread from one person to another, people began to speculate. Could it be that

Mia was so unwilling to even prepare a dress for her stepdaughter? How was this any different from the

wicked stepmother in Cinderella?

Mia’s face turned ashen. She knew it. The moment this wretched girl arrived, she wouldn’t let her off

easily. In just a few short sentences, she had already begun to tarnish Mia’s image as a noble and

wealthy lady!

Marie walked over with a smile and greeted, “Ms. Dillon, the gown sent by the boutique is indeed

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the most beautiful!”

In a single sentence, it was confirmed once again that Mia and her daughter’s dresses were sent to the

Spence mansion for selection, while poor Marie, the stepdaughter, had to go out and buy her own.

How pitiful!

Mia let out a dry laugh and clenched her fist. “You stubborn girl, I wanted to let you enjoy yourself for a

few more days, but since you insisted on coming today, don’t blame me for being rude!”