Chapter 257: Come, Let’s Go Live and See the Lockwood Family’s Shamelessness

Chapter 257: Chapter 257: Come, Let’s Go Live and See the Lockwood Family’s Shamelessness

Estelle spoke unhurriedly, "You can’t really put it that way. It’s just a bracelet, yet Ms. Lowell is unwilling to part with it.

"Back then, Ms. Lowell also said that since Noelle had been the eldest daughter of the Lockwood family for so many years, she was already used to it. Therefore, even though I, her biological daughter, was found and brought home, my identity couldn’t be made public. Otherwise, what would happen to Noelle?

"I didn’t expect that after all these years, Ms. Lowell would talk about repentance while acting exactly the same."

As soon as Estelle finished speaking, a reporter spoke up indignantly, "Miss Lockwood is right! The Lockwoods aren’t sincere at all, otherwise they wouldn’t haggle over a single bracelet."

Estelle curled her lips into a smile. "So, I think I’ll just leave."

Austin glared fiercely at Rose and scolded in a hushed, angry voice, "It’s just a bracelet! If Estelle wants it, just give it to her!"

Rose was anxious and completely unwilling. "But that’s Noelle’s favorite! She has said several times that she loves that bracelet the most. How can I give it to Estelle? Can’t you see? Estelle is doing this on purpose! She could have asked for anything else, but she insists on snatching Noelle’s things. She’s just a bitch!"

"Enough!" Austin interrupted with a furious shout.

Noelle stepped forward, looking delicate and obedient. "Mom, that bracelet rightfully belongs to Estelle. I should yield it."

She took off the bracelet and sighed helplessly. "Mom, please don’t be angry with Estelle over this."

Noelle’s sensible demeanor slightly improved the reporters’ moods.

"Well then, Estelle, shall we go to the banquet?" Austin feigned the tone of a loving father.

Seeing Nathaniel, who was disguised as a bodyguard beside her, give a nod, Estelle curled her lips. "Sure."

Austin then turned to the reporters outside the gates. "We won’t be inviting you all in for our family banquet."

With that, he called over a nearby bodyguard and ordered him to shut the heavy doors.

This estate was different from ordinary garden villas. It had towering, thick iron gates and high walls. Once the gates were closed, those outside truly couldn’t see a single thing inside. The iron gates blocked out the noise, seemingly dividing the inside and outside of the estate into two entirely different worlds.

Inside the estate, there were no reporters, only numerous Lockwood relatives walking about.

Estelle smiled faintly. "Chairman Lockwood didn’t invite a single friend?"

Austin lied without missing a beat. "They’re busy and didn’t have time to attend."

Estelle clearly noticed that the Lockwoods’ gazes toward her were filled with intense scrutiny and greed. It seemed everyone in the Lockwood family knew about this scheme to marry her off to Britain. In that case, they couldn’t blame her for showing no mercy.

Austin originally wanted to send away the two bodyguards beside Estelle, but seeing as they completely ignored him, he had to give up.

Whatever. It was only two bodyguards anyway; what could they do? With so many people in the Lockwood family, couldn’t they handle two mere bodyguards? Since Estelle had entered the estate today and the gates were closed, they would soon pack her up and send her into Princess Avery’s private luxury car. Who would ever know?

Just then, Estelle spotted Princess Avery not far away. She feigned surprise. "I wonder why Princess Avery is here?"

The person chatting with Princess Avery was none other than Noelle.

Hearing this, Noelle pursed her lips into a smile. She understood the look in Austin’s eyes—since Estelle had already fallen into their hands, there was no need to pretend anymore.

Noelle spoke with malice, "Estelle, I’m currently discussing the betrothal gifts with Princess Avery."

Noelle glared viciously at Estelle. This bothersome woman was finally going to get lost. From now on, she would be the sole eldest daughter of the Lockwood family.

She suppressed her excitedly pounding heart and thought maliciously, "What kind of person is Mr. Reno? And what kind of fate awaits Estelle once she goes to Britain? She will have nowhere to turn and no one to answer her cries. What will you do, Estelle? Will you panic? Or will you cry and beg for mercy?"

"Hmm? Betrothal gifts?" Estelle, however, feigned surprise. "Who’s getting married?"

She glanced at Noelle a few times, then at Princess Avery, before coming to a sudden realization. "It seems good things are approaching for you, Noelle. Congratulations. Wishing you a happy marriage."

Noelle was speechless. Her expression nearly cracked! What on earth was Estelle saying?!

Terrified that the Princess might actually set her sights on her, Noelle hurriedly said, "You’ve misunderstood, Estelle. With my plain looks, how could I be worthy of Princess Avery’s son? Of course it’s not me."

Estelle shook her head. "Alright, alright, Noelle, don’t belittle yourself. I understand. I completely understand."

Noelle choked on her words. "Estelle, I’m not—"

"I know. Girls get shy, it’s fine. I’ve been there, I get it," Estelle said.

Noelle was absolutely furious. She had wanted to provoke Estelle, but failed and ended up shooting herself in the foot. "I’m not!"

"Ah, since they aren’t your betrothal gifts, whose are they? Is someone else in the Lockwood family getting married?" Estelle asked meaningfully.

As if finally finding an outlet to vent her frustration, Noelle sneered, "Estelle, these betrothal gifts are for you."

Meanwhile, the reporter started a live stream.

Right after Noelle said this, the sound of several footsteps came from behind. Old Mr. Lockwood, Old Mrs. Lockwood, a few Lockwood relatives, and a pudgy, large-eared man walked over together.

"Estelle, you’ve finally returned. Someone, pour a cup of tea for the eldest young lady," Old Mr. Lockwood said cheerfully.

Old Mrs. Lockwood looked at Estelle with a hint of disgust mixed with a bit of guilt. She wanted to say something but ultimately stayed silent.

Estelle discreetly dodged Old Mr. Lockwood’s outstretched hand and said flatly, "Grandpa, there’s no need for tea. I just heard a joke from Noelle. Why don’t you explain it to me?"

Old Mr. Lockwood continued to play dumb. "Oh? What joke, Estelle?"

Estelle pointed at the betrothal gifts on the table, raising an eyebrow slightly. She stepped aside just a bit, allowing the hidden camera to point directly at Old Mr. Lockwood.

"As everyone knows, I’m already married and a mother of three children. Yet Noelle said..." She paused, her tone meaningful. "These betrothal gifts are for me?"

Meanwhile, on the internet.

A Weibo account named ’Arthur Kendrick’, boasting over fifty million followers and verified as [Director of Kendrick Group, Actor], had started a live stream.

This Second Young Mr. Kendrick had entered the entertainment industry at a young age and had already won several Best Actor trophies. Despite his massive fanbase, he kept a low profile, and his Weibo account had been inactive for so long it was practically gathering dust.

The moment he started a live broadcast, fans flooded in.

[The stream title is ’Broadcasting something fun.’ What is this about?]

[Did I just hear someone mention betrothal gifts? What betrothal gifts? Is this a scene from a movie?]

[A new movie starring Best Actor Kendrick? Why does the video quality look a bit blurry, like it’s shot from a hidden camera? Is the new movie a suspense thriller?]

[Hey? Is that woman Noelle Lockwood?]