Chapter 0240

Miranda smiled and said, "The design of the dress earlier was quite formal, so I thought a more casual style might be a nice surprise."

Evelyn’s expression was dark, but she couldn’t lose her temper with so many people around. She held back her anger with much difficulty.

Ingrid bit her lip. She never expected that Miranda would outshine her so thoroughly.

Natalie noticed their expressions and smirked. "Some people really don’t know how to differentiate diamonds from rocks. What a joke!"

Then, she gestured to the sales assistant. "Alright, wrap up these two outfits for me. I’ll take them both."

"Of course, please wait a moment." The sales assistant beamed happily as she went to process the purchase.

"Mimi, let’s go. There are other stores we need to visit."

"Alright."

Natalie and Miranda walked out, leaving Evelyn looking at the outfit she was wearing. She wanted nothing more than to tear the clothes off and stomp on them in anger!

The recollection of her looking like a toad next to Natalie earlier made her blood boil furiously.

Evelyn couldn’t hold back anymore and pointed at Ingrid. "You’re completely useless! All you do is embarrass me! You can’t even do such a simple thing as putting together a decent outfit! How could you be so stupid?"

Ingrid knew she had been outmatched by Miranda.

She held her belly and said in an aggrieved tone, "Ever since I became pregnant, I haven’t had much energy. Yesterday, Hans was out late for work. I stayed up all night to take care of him, so I’m not at my best today. I’m sorry that I failed to meet your expectations…"

Evelyn noticed her gesture and took a deep breath, reminding herself that it was her grandchild in Ingrid’s belly. Only then did she manage to suppress her rage. However, she still felt irritated at the sight of Ingrid.

"Forget it. I’ll let it go this time because of the baby. However, your taste and sense of style are truly lacking! How are you going to fit in with the elite families if you don’t improve? My reputation is on the line if I bring you out with me in public!"

Ingrid’s eyes lit up when she heard this. Did Evelyn mean that the Johnson family was finally agreeing to let her be part of the family?

She responded obediently, "Mrs. Johnson, I’ll do my best to learn."

Evelyn smiled wryly. After a moment’s thought, she pulled out an invitation from her bag. "Talk is cheap. You’ll need to expand your horizons to improve your taste and style. The more you experience, the broader your perspective will be. This is an invitation to a tea tasting party among the socialites. You’ll come with me tomorrow."

Chapter 0241

A tea tasting party was a social event focused on the activity of tasting and discussing tea.

While men bonded over alcohol and luxurious cars, women’s circles revolved around luxury goods and refined hobbies.

Tea culture had blossomed in popularity in recent years, so the hot topics of discussion within the ladies‘ circles naturally revolved around the latest trends.

What used to be dessert parties had now turned into tea parties, often accompanied by card games and bridge.

Those attending the tea tasting parties might not necessarily be fans of tea, but they needed to have some knowledge about it. When asked, they should be able to respond adequately.

Evelyn didn’t want a repeat of the embarrassing situation that day, but she also didn’t expect Ingrid to improve overnight and become a distinguished lady in a few days. Her aim was to let Ingrid observe and learn slowly.

"Not just anyone would have the chance to be invited to a tea tasting party. Prepare well for the event, and this time, don’t embarrass me again!" Evelyn warned.

Ingrid looked at the invitation in her hand and promised repeatedly. "Don’t worry, Mrs. Johnson. I’ll make sure to prepare thoroughly. I won’t let you down."

"You’d better!"