Chapter 30

Calvin stared at her. "How pitiful." Alexia's expression remained calm and cold. She didn't feel embarrassed or humiliated at all. "I have never danced before, nor have I worn such beautiful gowns or shoes. But I don't think of myself as pitiful." A self-deprecating smile formed on her face as she continued, "You're the high-and-mighty CEO of Reed Group. You were born at the top of the pyramid, with everything you could ever want at your fingertips. But I'm just an ordinary person. Even living a simple life requires all of my effort. I don't have the time, energy, or money for such indulgences. But never mind, there's no point in telling you this because you wouldn't understand." He gazed at her coldly and thought that she was poor but so unapologetically proud about it. Suddenly, her heel twisted, and she stumbled, falling to the ground. Alexia's face turned pale instantly. She didn't mind falling, but she feared she would humiliate Victor in front of so many guests. As she got