"Are

you really going to let them attend the party like that?"

The stark contrast was obvious after Tanya posted the photos yesterday. It sparked discussions throughout their circle.

While everyone praised both daughters, one could easily guess what was being said behind their backs.

The Locke family doted on Rebecca, but what about Madison?

Madison didn't even live in the Locke residence anymore,

William looked at Tanya and Rebecca, then at Madison. He pinched the bridge of his nose in frustration. "Letting them attend like that is indeed not a good idea." Tanya pursed her lips, her face filled with discontent.

Josephine masked her unhappiness and smiled. "Tanya, I can understand. You've probably been too busy lately, so you might have overlooked it. That's why I brought the dresses over early this morning." Josephine gestured for the people behind her to bring forward the dress. "A master of the classic style designed these; they'll definitely suit Madison well." "She won't even look at these," "Rebecca muttered. ""what?"

Rebecca smiled sweetly. "Mrs. Salle, you won't believe it! Early this moming, the Hall family sent people

to deliver gift or Maddie, including dresses and jewelry. And the dress they sent is Rhea Beck's masterpiece.

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'Not to mention, it's from the Hall family!"

She observed Josephine, hoping to see her expression sour.

To her surprise, Josephine's eyes lit up. "Really? That's wonderful! Having the two sisters attend together in dresses from the same designer is much better.

"The Mall family? Is that the Hall family I remember? Why would the Hall family send Maddie adress? Did Maddie save someone from their family again? She's really impressive!" Instead of being upset, Josephine continued to praise Madison

Her compliments caused Rebecca's expression to darken

"Since we already have Rhea Beck's dress, we won't need these

se dresses. Let's just save them for Maddie to wear the next time."

She then instructed the staff to take the dresses and jewelry to Madison's fitting room. (C) content.

Finally, a smile broke through on her face. "Maddie, I'll be waiting to celebrate your birthday with you and Becky tonight!"

Madison nodded. "Olay,"

Josephine exchanged farewells with Tanya and the others before leaving with Jordan.

Before leaving, Jordan waved at Madison. "Ms. Madison, remember to look forward to your banquet! 1 have a surprise prepared for you!

Once the Salle family members had departed, William let out a sigh of relict. "I'm heading to the company for a wiste: I'll be back in the attemoon. You can handle the party arrangements.

He took Tanya's hand, saying with a mix of helplessness and crassurance, "Maddie and necky are both our daughters"

Tanya was dumbfounded

Even he felt that she was neglecting Madison?

The thought lett Tanya feeling, exermoge uncomfortable.