Chapter 201 Cora Leaves Abroad

• "What's on your mind?" Layson gripped Adela's arm a bit tighter than he realized. At that very moment, Adela was haunted by a single thought—that people might wonder if she'd landed her position through connections rather than talent.
• No one knew better than Adela herself how desperately she'd worked to secure her shaky foothold in the jewelry design industry. During her five tough years in Britain, hardship had become her daily routine. Her only goal was to master jewelry design and support both herself and Herbie.
• Her job wasn't just her livelihood; it was her pride and dignity. She wouldn't allow anyone or anything to tarnish her dedication.