Chapter 25 Different Story

• Before Stewart could utter a word, Charlene heard someone approaching to greet Stewart. While glancing sideways, her gaze met Vesta's head-on.
• Initially wearing a polite smile, Vesta instantly turned icy when she laid eyes on Charlene.
• With just one look, she shifted her gaze away as if Charlene was invisible and turned to Stewart with a light smile, about to speak. However, Stewart smiled and turned to Charlene, saying, "This is Ms. Hawkins, Charlene. Would you like to meet her?" Stewart's statement carried multiple layers. First, it indicated his close relationship with Charlene. Second, he was aware of the tension between Charlene and Vesta. Third, he made his stance clear. Between Vesta and Charlene, he sided with Charlene. 'Vesta had no idea about the friendship between Stewart and Charlene, not to mention their close bond. But even though she didn't know the specifics, she quickly caught on to Stewart's hint.