I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 571 Some guests even went ahead and called Kate "Mrs. Burton". Kate appeared modest on the outside, but inwardly, she had already grown fond of the title. "Just a moment. I need to take a call," Kate said. "Of course, of course! Please, go ahead!" Everyone was smiling at her. Kate answered Sawyer's call in front of them. "Hello?" "You're at home?" he asked. "Yes, some friends came over. We're just chatting," she replied. "Perfect. I had some tea delivered to your place. You can give it to them as a gift. I'll pick you up later to check out our new home," Sawyer said.

"Okay." Kate smiled sweetly. "Thank you." "There's no need to thank me, darling." Kate's ears flushed red as she hung up. "Sawyer said some tea would be sent over. You can all take some home to try." "Mr. Burton is so thoughtful!" "Ms. Pearson, you're truly blessed! You're the luckiest among all the heiresses of Draventh!" "Yeah! I'd say she's living a happier life than Ms. Ravelle." Happier than Rhea? Kate's smile grew even wider. Surrounded by the flattering attention of these wealthy ladies, all her lingering gloom evaporated.

She needed to focus on maintaining her future rather than dwelling on the past. To outsiders, Rhea and George's relationship always seemed partly driven by family interests. Any of Rhea's fortune would be attributed to the prestige of the Ravelle family. Kate, however, was different. The Pearson family didn't run a business, and misfortune had followed them repeatedly. Yet, Sawyer still chose her. They believed that this was genuine love, untainted by wealth or interest. It seemed that Sawyer loved her for who she was. That was why he wanted to marry her.

And that was enough to outshine Rhea in any woman's eyes. Over the past week, Kate's life had been smooth, and her mood continued to improve. Sawyer generously bought an ocean-view villa as their future marital home. Coincidentally, Rhea's new home was right next door. In the past, Kate might have resisted living so close to her, but she had changed. She wanted everyone who had belittled or ostracized her to witness her happiness. Their wedding was set for a month from now. Meanwhile, Rhea had yet to announce any marriage plans.

Kate went ahead and distributed her wedding invitations with cookies at the office. Even those who weren't fond of her had to smile and offer their congratulations. "Is Ms. Ravelle not here?" Kate asked, noticing the empty office. "She'll be coming later," a colleague replied. "Ah, that's a shame." Kate looked a little disappointed. "Ms. Pearson, you and Mr. Burton haven't been together for long, right? You're getting married so soon?" her new colleague asked. Gisselle chimed in, "That's true love.

Those who have been together for years but don't move forward probably won't end up marrying at all." "Ms. Ravelle." "Ms. Ravelle." Kate turned, her smile bright. "Rhea, you're here! Here's the invitation to my wedding and some cookies." She handed over two small gift bags. "One for you, and one for George." Rhea glanced at them casually. "Thank you. I wish you a lifetime of happiness." There was no hostility, jealousy, or coldness in her voice-only indifference. It was as if she and Kate were nothing more than ordinary acquaintances. Kate's smile was radiant.

"We might be neighbors soon, so let's look out for each other." Neighbors? Lucia Morh Lucia Morh is a passionate storyteller who brings emotions to life through her words. When she's not writing, she finds peace nurturing her garden.