The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2690

"Remember, okay? Tonight, at the dinner party, you need to play the sweet and obedient little angel. The more adorable and meek you are, the more it'll contrast Regina's wild and untamed spirit. Then let's see who'll dare to take that girl!"

Imogen was smug with her plan, and Madeline chimed in, "Mom, you can count on me. Haven't I always been the picture of grace in front of others? Besides, I think Dad's been playing favorites with us lately, so there's no need to worry about the future.

Sure, Regina has her maternal grandparents' family, but at this point, they don't seem too fond of her. Who knows? Maybe their relationship isn't even that strong! And her mother died so early. She doesn't have the luck I do, having you as my amazing mom. With you by my side, I'll always have a rock to lean on."

Imogen pulled her daughter into a comforting embrace. "I can't let my guard down until you marry into a family that's our equal in status and wealth."

Her biggest concern was Regina's marriage prospects. Despite Regina's mother having left this world early, people still remembered her connection to her maternal family, and they all seemed to think that the Tanner family had just one young lady, and that was Regina.

As Madeline's mother, how could she allow Regina to hog all of the Tanner family's spotlight? She had been the Tanner family's darling for so many years; it was time for someone else to take a turn.

Regina, for her part, had never given much thought to the rivalry. She didn't care much for the position. But if someone was coming for her crown, that was a different story altogether.

The moment Regina, dressed to the nines, stepped out of the studio, all the staff stopped in their tracks, unable to take their eyes off her.