I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 453 " Miss , please wait ! " With so many guests present that day , security had been beefed up , with extra personnel pulled in from other residences . The newly assigned security guard looked at Kate . " I'm sorry , miss , but I don't think you're on the guest list . You'll need to register first , and I'll have to check with Mrs. Snider or Mr. Turner . " Kate froze mid - step , her expression flickering slightly . " You don't know me ? " The guard only recognized Angie , who had just stepped out to answer a call .

Every time a banquet was held at the Ravelle residence , Ruby and Philip would prepare a printed list of all invited or confirmed guests , complete with names , phone numbers , and photos . At high - society events , an invitation from the host wasn't enough . The invited guests also had to provide identification . The entrance was also equipped with a security system . Although it wouldn't beep , a light would flash inside the security booth . This was a precaution to prevent any unnecessary incidents at the party . However , the guard didn't recognize Kate from the guest list .

Angie was stunned . " She's Rhea's best friend . Are you new here ? You don't know her , but the other guards should . Go ask . " The guard in question had indeed been newly assigned , so he came running only after being prompted by the Ravelle residence's security team . Having been stopped by an unfamiliar guard , Kate could still maintain a shred of dignity . He lowered his head slightly in apology . " I'm sorry , miss . Only invited guests may enter tonight . Ms. Kramer , you should head back in .

" Kate stood frozen , feeling embarrassed , yet she fought to keep her discomfort from showing . Their conversation with the security guard had lasted a moment , so they caught the eyes of the guests near the buffet . Other wealthy heiresses nearby noticed Kate and immediately started whispering among themselves . Their gazes lingered on her with unmistakable meaning , sharp as if forged in fire , making Kate feel uneasy . " Forget it , " Kate said to Angie , her smile faint . " If they don't want me there , I probably shouldn't go 1/3 Chapter 453 +25 BONUS in .

Please bring this gift in for me and pass on my regards to Rhea . " She left on her own , saving what little dignity she could . Angie couldn't help feeling disappointed . Her annoyance at Rhea was growing , Kate struck her as truly pitiable . " Alright , then . " Kate smiled and turned to go . " Wait a second , " the security guard called out again . Kate's brow furrowed ever so lightly . " What now ? " She thought that the security guard was seriously annoying . " Please hand me the gift first . " Kate's gaze flickered . " What's that supposed to mean ?

" " Everyone else has taken their gifts inside , " Angie said . The guard held out his hand. " Ms. Kramer , the other guests didn't give food items . This gift from the lady appears to be , so we'll need to inspect it first . " Kate's fingers tightened around her purse , subtle but firm . Angie frowned , thinking that the situation was ridiculous . " Seriously ? They've been best friends since they were young . Doing this makes Rhea look petty . " " My job is to keep the event safe . Ms. Kramer , you should head back inside . " " You- " " Never mind , Ms.

Kramer , " Kate said , sounding almost wounded . " You should go ahead . Thank you . 31 The guard took Kate's gift back to the security booth . Kate didn't care that they were inspecting it . She was sure that their methods couldn't catch anything anyway . " Angie ! " Not far away , Kendall was calling for Angie . Angie wasted no time and rushed over . 2/3 Chapter 453 +25 BONUS Kate watched as Kendall tugged Angie along , looked her way , and said something . Judging by the expression , it wasn't a friendly message . Kate figured that Kendall was probably telling Angie to stay away from her .

Kate closed her eyes , forcing herself not to let her composure slip . Everything she had been through recently had strengthened her resilience . Chapter 454