When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 649

Standing below the stage, Lemira watched Stella's calm demeanor with the microphone and instantly felt relieved.

After all, just last night, Stella had been in tears over today's events.

But today, she had pulled herself together.

Seeing Lemira in the audience, Stella's nerves subsided.

For her entire life, Stella had never stood up to her family, always obeying Edith's every command. She had thought changing boyfriends would be a simple matter, but she was met with a harsh scolding from Edith.

It was only then that Stella realized Edith wasn't as kind to her as she had believed.

The moment she went against Edith's wishes, Edith's entire demeanor changed.

If that was the case, she would no longer be a puppet on a string.

The once lively atmosphere grew cold.

Everyone present had just been introduced to Asher as the Waverlys' future son-in-law, with Mrs. Waverly personally taking him around.

How could Stella suddenly claim they were just friends?

Mrs. Waverly's smile froze on her face. She looked at Stella and whispered harshly, "What kind of tantrum are you throwing?"

But Stella pretended not to hear. Speaking into the microphone, she said cheerfully, "Thank you all for coming to my birthday party. Please eat, drink, and enjoy yourselves."

With that, she walked off the stage. Mrs. Waverly hurried after her. "Stop right there!"

Stella was blocked.

Mrs. Waverly turned her back to the crowd and faced Stella. "Have you grown wings now? What's wrong with Asher? Haven't you two always gotten along well?"

"But I told you I don't like him anymore. You're the one who wouldn't agree."

Mrs. Waverly was furious. "Was it because of something Lemira told you? Why would you believe her over your boyfriend, Asher?"

"Edith, I have my own eyes. Besides, if I get engaged to him, my shares will be transferred to him to manage the company's affairs. I am not willing to do that."

Stella knew it was Edith who wanted the shares; Asher was just a pawn.

She hadn't been idle these past few days and had uncovered the likely agreement between Edith and Asher.

Mrs. Waverly wanted to say more, but Stella pushed past the people blocking her and walked away.

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