Chapter 22 Joke

• "Don't worry, just blame us. The decision to have you stand in as the bride was made by us—it has nothing to do with you!"
• Alanna's face lit up with a smile again, and Karen continued slowly, "Alanna, Mr. Eric is still furious right now. If he directs that anger at you, it won't end well. So, for now, let's just lay low and not get too close to them. Soon, it'll be Mrs. Juliet's birthday banquet. That's when you can dress up and outshine that fool Demi. Men always care about appearances, and once he sees how amazing you are, he'll naturally come to appreciate you!"
• A smug smile spread across Alanna's lips, her eyes gleaming with confidence.