Chapter 216 Regina Gets Put in Her Place

"Hayley, this is far too expensive," Regina said with fake modesty. "Not at all!" Hayley Doyle replied. "This is nothing compared to what Ms. Hawthorne might give you. " Hayley leaned in with a sugary smile on her face. "Regina, our family's been hoping to collaborate with the Hawthornes for a while now. Do you think your daughter could make an introduction for us? I'd really love to meet her." Regina had expected Hayley to have ulterior motives. Still, she couldn't deny the wave of satisfaction that came over her from seeing Hayley bow down to her. After all, Regina used to be the least noticed woman in the circle. Regina lifted her chin and replied with superiority, "I can ask her for you. I can't promise anything, though." "It's alright. What if you introduced her to me? I'd love to speak with her directly," Hayley said eagerly. "I'll ask her about it," Regina said. Hayley poured Regina another cup of coffee. "Wonderful. Here, have some more coffee." The other women chimed i