Love Drug Novel

Chapter 8 The Stewart Family Heirloom Belongs to Margaret The Stewart Groups 30th Anniversary Gala .

The grand chandelier sparkled brilliantly , casting dazzling light over the opulent villa .

54 % Finished- In the center of the banquet hall , a renowned pianist played a smooth , elegant melody .

Waiters in crisp tuxedos moved between the guests , carrying trays of wine .

The men attending were dressed in sharp suits , and the women wore luxurious designer gowns .

Summer had chosen a simple , high neck , one shoulder black dress .

The fabric hugged her curves perfectly , sleek yet understated .

She had refused the dress Julia had sent a deep V, backless gown that oozed seduction .

There was no way she would wear something like that .

As she stepped into the hall , her gaze landed on Margaret .

Margaret wore her hair in an elegant updo , her makeup flawless , her blue velvet gown dripping in extravagance .

The deep V neckline and exposed back sparkled with scattered diamond embellishments .

The long train of her dress trailed behind her , making her look like a noble princess .

One hand carried an Hermès crocodile leather purse , the other clung affectionately to Julias arm .

Whispers floated from a corner of the room .

Look at Margaret , acting so high and mighty , making sure everyone knows shes the favored one .

But honestly , who in high society doesnt know about the Stewart familys real and fake daughter scandal ? Yeah , what is the Stewart family thinking ? They treat the fake daughter like a treasure while their real daughter gets ignored .

I saw Julia taking Margaret on a shopping spree the other day , buying her tons of luxury goods .

She had two bodyguards following her , carrying bags full of designer items .

Summer is so disappointing .

She was brought back to the Stewart family , and instead of driving Margaret out , she let herself be completely overshadowed .

Shes the real daughter but gets treated like the fake one .

You dont get it .

The Stewart family wants both daughters , but emotionally , of course , theyre going to favor the one they raised for twenty years .

If you ask me , Summers only chance to turn things around is to marry Trevor .

Speaking of Trevor , does she even have that chance anymore ? You heard about his wedding for Peyton , right ? Shes really pitiful .

Her real parents prefer the fake daughter , and even her fiancé is in love with someone else .

Julia spotted Summer arriving late and immediately frowned .

Her eyes flicked behind her , searching .

No Trevor .

21-43 12 Mar Chapter 8 The Stewart Family Heirloom Belongs to Margaret Her expression turned even darker .

Her voice was low but displeased .

Why are you alone ? Wheres Trevor ? Finished Summers gaze swept over Margaret , who clung to Julias arm like she was afraid someone would take her place .

She had no interest in explaining and simply replied , He didnt come with me .

Truthfully , since the kidnapping , Summer had not contacted Trevor once .

She had seen his missed call .

But what did it matter ? The moment he had told her kidnappers they could do whatever they wanted to her , she had already given up on him .

Margarets entire body tensed the second she saw Summer .

She hated her .

Ever since Summers return , her perfect life had been shattered .

Jasper and Julia still loved her , but her status was no longer secure .

At first , Summer had been no real threat .

But as soon as the Stewart family started viewing her as Trevors future wife , things had changed .

Margaret could not allow it .

She was terrified that one day , the Stewart family would wake up and cast her out .

If that happened , she would have nothing .

So , she had to make sure she was the only daughter of the Stewart family .

Keeping her emotions in check , Margaret put on a perfect , gentle smile .

Summer , why are you dressed so plainly ? Tonight is the Stewart Groups 30th anniversary , and half of Havenbrooks elite are here .

As Dad and Moms daughter , shouldnt you care about representing the Stewart family properly ? Julia turned to look at Summer properly for the first time .

The black dress highlighted her fair skin , and the fitted design accentuated her elegant figure .

But while the rest of the Stewart family was decked out in lavish designer outfits and expensive jewelry .

Summer wore not a single accessory .

She looked far too … simple .

I sent Zoey to deliver a gown to you .

Why didnt you wear it ? Summer let out a mocking laugh .

In your eyes , Margaret is the real daughter of the Stewart family .

Youre all one bir hanny family .

What I wear doesnt make a difference .

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Chapter 8 The Stewart Family Heirloom Belongs to Margaret She rarely spoke to Julia this way in public .

One , because Trevor disliked it when she acted unruly .

Finished : Two , because she had once held onto the foolish hope that Julia would love her like a mother should .

But after everything that had happened the kidnapping .

Trevors betrayal , and the fake family affection- she was done .

Her r voice wasnt loud , but they were in the middle of the banquet hall .

People had already started to take notice .

Julias face darkened .

Do you know what day it is ? Summer , dont make a scene .

Summer smiled .

Sorry , but twenty years ago , you didnt teach me how to behave .

So , you have no right to tell me what to do now .

Without another word , she turned and walked away .

Julias expression was ugly , but with so many people watching , she had no choice but to swallow her anger .

Margaret , on the other hand , was secretly delighted .

She quickly comforted Julia .

Mom , Summer is so disrespectful to you .

Shes too ungrateful ! But dont worry .

Even if she doesnt care about you , I do .

Youll always have me .

Julia sighed and patted Margarets hand .

Why was her biological daughter so stubborn , while her adopted daughter was so much more considerate ? At the buffet table , Summer picked up a plate and grabbed a slice of strawberry cake .

Margaret followed her .

Holding a cocktail in one hand , she smirked .

Summer , after three years , you still havent learned anything .

You think acting out like this will make Mom and Dad notice you more ? They raised me for twenty years , not twenty days .

To them , I am their real daughter .

That bond isnt something you can break .

So be smart leave the Stewart family before I make you leave .

Summer took a bite of cake .

The strawberries were a little sour .

Are you done ? she asked coolly .

What ? Summers expression turned icy .

If youre done talking , then get lost .

Margaret scoffed .

Still pretending to be the Stewart familys daughter ? She lifted her hand showing off the necklace around her neck a six pointed star shaned diamond WE 21:43 Wed Chapter 8 The Stewart Family Heirloom Belongs to Margaret pendant .

Smirking , she asked .

Recognize this ? Sutters fingers froze around her fork .

She slowly put the cake down .

The only person in the Stewart family who had ever genuinely loved her was her grandmother .

But only a year after Summer returned , she had passed away .

That had been one of the greatest pains of her life .

54 Finished Before her death , her grandmother had left behind two heirlooms one was a pair of jade earrings , the other , a six pointed diamond necklace .

By Stewart family tradition , the jade earrings were for the familys sons , while the diamond necklace was always passed down to the Stewart familys daughter .

On Margarets 18th birthday , the family had gifted the necklace to her .

But before passing away , Summers grandmother had explicitly stated that the necklace must be returned to Summer .

Summer had assumed Julia had taken it back but simply refused to give it to her .

Yet here it was still hanging around Margarets neck .

A sharp pain shot through her chest .

Margaret saw the flicker of sadness in Summers eyes and felt a rush of satisfaction .

Smirking , she said , This necklace has stayed with me all these years .

That just proves who our parents really consider their daughter .

She leaned in , her voice dropping to a vicious whisper .

And you ? Youre nothing .

Then- Ahh ! A sharp , ear piercing scream shattered the air .

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