Chapter 712

Cedric's network of connections was far more valuable than that of the Liddell family. Bruce quickly tried to smooth things over. "Today's exchange event has come to an end. If there are any future events, we'll be sure to invite everyone again." Xenia felt incredibly uncomfortable. When she saw mutual friends posting Noelle's speech on Instagram, she'd nearly been driven crazy by jealousy. She believed she could also give a speech as a representative, which was why she convinced Donovan to bring her along today. But she hadn't expected that just one sentence from Cedric would make Bruce back down. Damn it! Xenia turned to look at Noelle sharply. "Noelle, are you afraid I'll steal your spotlight? Is that why you had Mr. Greene stop me on purpose?" Noelle let out a scornful laugh. "You think I'd be afraid of a plagiarizing mutt like you stealing my spotlight?" At the word "plagiarizing," Xenia's face went red with anger, and her head spun. She was about to deny it when Donovan s