Bogus Billionaire by Shining Riviera

Chapter 16

In the store, a woman in an elaborate dress sat at the counter trying on different bracelets.

Gwen saw her and, disgusted, she exclaimed, “It’s Brie Collins!” Caroline’s hands balled into fists immediately.

The Collinses had devised the downfall of the Evanses many years ago. After that, the Collinses took over her family’s place as one of the four most influential families in the city. However, they were different from the other families with considerable lineage because, being nouveau riche, they did not have concrete support or power. So others often criticized them, notably after Caroline returned to the country.

As the heiress of the Morrisons, Caroline had gone through rigorous etiquette training since birth. Regardless of the size of any event, she always appeared elegant and poised. However, the children of the Collins family were different and often made a fool of themselves in the eyes of the media. Even Brie Collins, the favorite daughter of Howard Collins–the head of the Collins family–could not escape that fate.

Both the Evans and the Collins families were on bad terms, and Brie Collins regarded Caroline as a thorn in her side.

Gwen said, lowering her voice. She did not want to have her day ruined by insignificant people. Caroline nodded and

here already, just come in,” Brie said. “Or are you afraid you can’t afford to shop here because your

“I just don’t want to be seen in the same space as

the table as she rose from her seat, laying waste

front.

if the shoe fits, Ms. Collins.”

can do is talk. Let’s see who else will have your back when

cashier. “Can you please check the approximate price of this

the only jewelry store in the area and the most famous one in

must’ve lost your mind. If you’re thinking of having it appraised, you should at least bring something genuine.”

believed in his character. This bracelet may not cost a lot, but he would never buy her a counterfeit to deceive

you understand?” She continued, deliberately spacing out the words, “I

is fake.”

touched the bracelet on her wrist, and the corner