Chapter 488

"Yes, Ms. Scott." Larry acknowledged with a nod. He exchanged a meaningful glance with the housekeeper beside him, who promptly stepped forward and splashed a glass of ice water onto Wendy's face. Instantly, Wendy's delicate makeup was ruined. Wendy's expression darkened. "Are you all insane? I was invited here by the Brooks Group! How dare you treat me like this?" "The Brooks family doesn't welcome ill-mannered guests. And besides, Ms. Owen, you weren't on our guest list," Larry retorted coldly as he looked disdainfully at her. Wendy felt embarrassed. She had secured an invitation to the Brooks Estate through Edward's connections, something even someone like Edward wouldn't normally qualify for. Under the scrutinizing gazes around her, Wendy gritted her teeth. "Regardless, I'm a guest at the Brooks estate. If there's any issue with my presence, Mr. Brooks himself should be addressing it, not his secretary! You're nothing but an insignificant secretary! Who are you to dictate