Chapter 86

A few days ago, Sage had seen that man at the mall in Cinderpeak County. At that moment, he was

being scolded by Sandra Fraser for wanting to buy a luxury watch.

Based on his appearance and the way he spoke to Sandra, it was highly probable that he was

Sandra’s son.

She recalled what he had said to Sandra about needing to dress up to impress a woman from a

wealthy family. Could that woman be Layla?

That would be quite interesting, then.

Considering Sandra’s financial situation, it would be impossible for her to provide her son with so many

high–end accessories.

Therefore, it was highly likely that all of these accessories came from Ivy.

Who would have thought that Ivy wouldn’t only reach out to the mental hospital but also to the people

around her?

“Allow me to introduce my cousin. She married into a wealthy family, and this car belongs to

her husband.”

Layla boasted, “There are only a few people in the whole country who have a Bugatti, and her husband

is one of them! This isn’t something that can be bought with just money–you would also need a fitting

social status!”

A fleeting glimpse of greed crossed the man’s face, which he quickly masked.

“Layla, your cousin–in–law is so amazing! When will you introduce him to us?” Layla’s other male friend

asked.

Layla probably remembered how indifferent Ian could be, so she didn’t dare to brag too much. “He’s a

very busy man. We’ll talk about it later if we get the chance. Aren’t we here to pl. billiards and sing

karaoke? Let’s go!”

The man glanced greedily at the Bugatti and said to Layla, “There are only a few of us here. Why don’t

you invite your cousin over to join us?”

Layla immediately rejected his suggestion without any hesitation. “Nah, it’s fine. We don’t

need her here. We can have fun on our own.”

The man persisted. “Hey, your cousin’s young, too. Wouldn’t she want to tag along and have some fun

with us?”

Layla had no choice but to look at Sage, who had been silent the whole time, and asked casually, “Do

you want to join us?”

In her previous life, Layla was said to end up with a wealthy man.

At that time, Sage wasn’t interested in such matters, so she had never seen what that man looked like.

Later on, during her time in the asylum, Sage overheard the nurses gossiping about the Joyner family.

Layla was reportedly subjected to abuse by her husband–where he would send her to other men for

entertainment and even record exploitative videos of it. In order to help Layla break free from that man,

Layla’s father even nearly emptied his savings.

As a result, Maven Corporation, which was already in decline, experienced a total and irreversible

collapse.

Although Sage and Layla didn’t have a good relationship, they were still family. Sage couldn’t just sit

back and watch Layla suffer the same tragic fate she had in her previous life.

So, Sage chuckled and said, “Sure thing!”

Layla clearly didn’t expect Sage to agree so readily. Although she was reluctant, she could only bring

her along.

“Hey there! I’m Henry York, a friend of Layla’s.”

Henry said courteously, “These two are Layla’s classmates, and they’re also my friends.” Sage

maintained a graceful yet warm smile as she said, “It’s a pleasure to meet all of you.” They arrived at a

lavishly decorated recreational and entertainment establishment.

In a grand gesture, Henry booked a large private room that featured both billiards and karaoke. He then

ordered a bunch of drinks and snacks.

“Eat and drink as much as you like. It’s all on me!”

“Henry, you’re really going all out! There’s only a few of us. We don’t need such a h “said the woman

who was with them.

om,

Henry said in a generous manner, “It’s not a big deal. When we’re out having fun, the most important

thing is to relax and enjoy ourselves!”

Henry, dressed in head–to–toe designer brands and exuding an air of nonchalance, quickly put

the woman at ease.

“Well then, thanks a lot, Henry!”

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Compared to the other woman in Layla didn’t show much interest in Henry.