Chapter 483

Mia glanced back, her eyes filled with disbelief as she realized that the phone belonged to Eva.

So, Eva was the cardholder?

However, according to Shelly’s earlier explanation, acquiring such a card required an annual

expenditure of a million dollars, along with other evidence of status, making it unlikely to be easily

obtained.

Could Eva’s family be that affluent?

With a mocking expression, Shelly taunted, “Mia, did you guys steal someone else’s card in the store?

Now that you’ve been caught red–handed, let’s see what excuses you come up with.”

Chelsea glanced at the buzzing phone on the sofa before turning to Penny. “Is the owner of this phone

in the fitting room, perhaps?”

Just then, Eva walked over, reaching for

the phone as she gave it a wave.

Apologies, but this is actually mine,” she remarked.

Shelly’s expression morphed into one of disbelief. “That can’t be right. Just because the owner isn’t

here, do you think it’s okay to take their belongings?”

Since when did Mia have such wealthy connections?

Sharon fixed Penny with a stern glare, demanding, “Speak up. Where is the owner of this phone? Bring

her out! Someone is attempting to steal her VIP membership card along with her phone.”

Penny, visibly nervous, stammered, Chelsea, this phone belongs to Ms. Delgado. I confirmed their

details when they entered the store.”

Chelsea’s expression changed abruptly as she rushed over to Eva, holding out the VIP membership

card.

“I deeply apologize for the

misunderstanding. It was our mistake, and we sincerely regret any

inconvenience caused. Please accept our apologies.”

Mia watched in astonishment, struggling to comprehend the situation unfolding

before her.

Just then, Eva extended the card back to her. “Mia, please, take it!”

Observing the card in Eva’s hand, Mia hesitantly replied, “This card seems too valuable. I can’t accept

it!”

“It’s a gift for you. Just take it. After all, there are plenty of patronizing individuals out there,” Eva

replied.

Sharon, feeling humiliated, snapped back, “Who do you think you’re insulting?

Consumed by jealousy, Shelly couldn’t resist making a snarky comment as she observed the VIP

membership card in Mia’s hand. “What’s the use of taking the card? You still can’t afford anything in

this store.”

Eva shot back, “It’s not a problem. This

376

card has an annual spending limit of millions of dollars. Mia can use it as she pleases.”

Sharon couldn’t resist asking, “Who are you exactly? And why are you being so generous to Mia?”

Shelly chimed in, fanning the flames, Yeah, Mia is just a gold–digging

imposter. She used every trick in the book to marry into our family.

“And when she realized she couldn’t get her hands on any money, she

immediately started talking about

divorce and running into the arms of

another man. Watch out, Mia might try to steal your husband.”

Upon hearing these words, Mia’s

expression grew uneasy. She hadn’t

anticipated Shelly to openly reveal her three–year marriage with Timothy.

In response, Mia countered sharply, “If I were truly a gold digger, I would have seized control of the

Barrett Group by now, and all of you would have been

kicked out of the Barrett residence.”

Clicking her tongue, Sharon declared, Oh, Mia, I expected this from you. That’s why I insisted on

having you sign a prenuptial agreement. If you and

Timothy end up divorcing, you won’t receive a cent!”

Mia arched an eyebrow, her tone unwavering, “Well, it seems you’re not up to speed. Timothy actually

tore up the prenuptial agreement in front of me.”

“What? That’s impossible!”

Sharon’s complexion paled upon hearing Mia’s revelation. The prenuptial agreement had been their

only leverage, against Mia.

Undeterred, Mia continued, “And let’s not forget, before Grandma Laura’s surgery, she had Timothy

sign an agreement ensuring that the child I bear will inherit the Barrett Group.”

Shelly’s eyes widened in disbelief as she glanced at Mia’s belly, realizing she was

pregnant.

Although she was unsure why Mia had kept this information concealed, Shelly couldn’t shake the

feeling that Mia had ulterior motives.