Upon hearing this, the socialites couldn’t conceal their disdain.


    In their eyes, Lindsey appeared akin to an overlooked ugly duckling.


    “By the way, which engagement ring did you settle on?” Lindsey inquired, recalling Carole’s earlier im that no one assisted her in choosing one.


    This happened to be the question Carole had been anticipating.


    She signaled a staff to bring forth the ring.


    Promptly, the staff approached with a tray in hand.


    Carole delicately lifted the red velvet box from it, remarking with intention, “Lindsey, you truly have impable taste.


    Thanks to your assistance, I now possess a ring exquisite and meaningful.


    ”


    Lindsey was left perplexed by these words.


    Upon unveiling the box, Lindsey beheld the diamond she had selected that day – the Heart Of True Love.


    The diamond ring sparkled even more under the light, captivating several women around.


    Lindsey’s eyebrows furrowed, showing her surprise.


    She nced at Carole, puzzled.


    Carole, with a smile, slipped the diamond ring onto her finger.


    She then spoke louder to ensure everyone nearby could hear.


    “This ring symbolizes evesting love, right?”


    Without giving it much thought, Lindsey agreed.


    Then Carole added, “If it wasn’t for the fact that your boyfriend couldn’t spare a hundred thousand to purchase this ring, I would have saved it for you.


    After all, you’re so connected to it.


    Actually, I was going to offer to lend you the money if you really needed it.


    It’s not a big deal for me.


    But, don’t sacrifice yourself for a man.


    It’s just not worth it.


    ”


    This made the women around look down on Lindsey even more.


    She couldn’te up with a hundred thousand dors.


    How poor her family must be! What right did she have to be at this party? How could Jordan’s future granddaughter-inw be friends with someone like her?


    The curiosity about Lindsey that people had earlier quickly faded.


    Some even gave her scornful looks and whispered among themselves.


    Meanwhile, Carole managed to appear as the benevolent figure who doesn’t look down on the less fortunate and always is generous with her friends.


    However, Lindsey didn’t notice the judgmental stares and Carole’s mocking tone.


    In her heart, Carole was still the courteous, generous, and kind woman she’d always known.


    So, she instinctively believed Carole was trying to be helpful.Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org.


    She smiled and said, “Thanks, Carole, but I really don’t need it.


    The ring looks stunning on you, and it suits you perfectly.


    It has truly found its perfect owner.


    As thedies continued topliment the ring and how well itplemented her, Carole beamed with joy.


    All she had to say asionally was, “Actually, it would have been nicer on Lindsey, but she didn’t purchase it.


    I did.


    I should be thankful to her for letting it go.


    ”


    Her remarks subtly reminded everyone that Lindsey couldn’t afford even a ring she cherished, cing herself on a higher standing than Lindsey.


    “My partner will personally ce the ring on my finger during the engagement ceremonyter,” Carole said, bursting with pride.


    She couldn’t help but revel in her triumph.


    Today was her day to humiliate Lindsey and to shatter her heart.


    She hoped Lindsey would “enjoy” it.


    With this thought, Carole nearly lost control of her smugness.


    Domenic was hers! Lindsey was just an outsider who hade between them!


    Then Carole gently took Lindsey’s hand.


    She felt victorious, knowing thetter had already lost.


    “You will give me your blessingter, won’t you?” There was a meaningful smile on Carole’s face.


    Lindsey returned the gesture with a genuine smile and said, “Absolutely.


    ”


    Carole acted very happily at once.


    “That means a lot! You’re the first friend I made sinceing back.


    Your good wishes mean everything to me.


    ”