Chapter 500

Could you believe Asher didn’t stand up for her? Now she’s the punchline of the whole party?

Lemira glanced Evelina’s way, her words dripping with faux concern: “I know you’ve always wanted to shine, but crashing the scene won’t get you anywhere. It might backfire. I’m only looking out for you. You’re not mad, are you?”

Her words were like a slap, driving Evelina nearly insane.

Evelina’s face soured. “I’m heading to the restroom.”

Watching Evelina’s retreating figure, Lemira let go of Asher’s arm, her mission to rile up Evelina accomplished. After all, in the Langston family, Asher was the only one firmly in Evelina’s corner. Lemira played her part well, earning Asher’s approval and lessening his reservations about her.

Asher whispered, “See? Isn’t this better? Why don’t you and Eve make up and live peacefully?”

Lemira’s lips twisted into a cold smirk. “Sure, but you have to be fair. Give me what’s mine, and I’ll follow your advice.”

“Fine,” Asher conceded. “I’ll keep everything Mom and Dad left for you safe until you prove you truly want to be part of the Langston family again.”

Asher was cautious, suspecting Lemira’s return might be for the inheritance. What if Lemira changed her mind once she got her share?

Lemira responded coolly, “Alright, but Evelina can’t touch my stuff, including the Aurora Trust.”

“Agreed.”

Asher promised quickly, figuring he could compensate Evelina later. Lemira glanced at her champagne glass, musing over Evelina’s reaction to this deal. This was just the beginning. Asher, always so arrogant and self-assured, preferred the bigger picture. It used to be Lemira who suffered; now it was Evelina’s turn.

The tables have turned, and Lemira was curious how long Evelina would hold out. She was also eager to see Asher’s face when he found out Evelina’s father was alive and tied to a past accident.

After the networking event, Evelina emerged from the restroom, visibly upset.

Lucian suggested, “Let’s have dinner this weekend, our first as a reconciled family.”

“Sure, but my room better be ready.”

Lemira couldn’t resist a dig at Evelina. “Oh, and Evelina, the Aurora Trust is mine. It should return to me now that I’m back.”

Evelina was livid. “Asher, didn’t you promise the Aurora Trust to me?”

Asher coughed awkwardly. “I was just trying to push Lemira’s buttons. Don’t worry, I’ll make it up to you.”

“But I’ve put so much into the foundation, even planned a charity sale. The invites are out. What am I supposed to do now?”

Evelina never expected Asher to turn his back so swiftly. Blood ties indeed ran deeper.

Hearing about the charity sale, Lemira’s eyes sparkled. “Seems like you’ve put in effort, Evelina. Keep organizing the charity sale.”

Evelina would surely mess with the funds.

Asher looked surprised. “You agree?” He thought Lemira would object, but he was relieved.

Lemira deliberately told Evelina, “Just don’t screw it up. Do a good job with the charity sale, and you’ll get paid.” Evelina was furious. How dare she treat her like an employee? The charity money was supposed to be hers. How could a mere salary suffice?

With Lemira back, the whole plan was in disarray. Evelina knew she had to reach out to her father. Lemira had to go.