Chapter 603

"That's not what we're going to talk about later," Terence said bluntly. "I don't care! I insist." Maryanne turned toward Lily. "Are you going back to Jadeford?" Lily was stunned. "Why would I go back?" Maryanne inhaled deeply, looking triumphant as she said, "To show off, of course! Let those who once looked down on you see how successful and amazing you are now!" She was just short of directly mentioning Xavier and Lily's parents. In truth, she wanted Lily to flaunt her success and make them see just how incredible she'd become. "No need. The news is everywhere now," Lily replied, opening the business news section on her phone. The design competition dominated the headlines, and she was the center of attention. In just over an hour, numerous prestigious design firms had sent her offers. Forget Jadeford—people across the country had already seen the news. "When I get back, I'll rent every billboard in Jadeford and play your winning moment on repeat!" Maryanne beamed with