Married a Secret Billionaire by Breaking Wave

All eyes were fixed on Lina, their gaze piercing her like needles.

“Why?” she asked, feeling indignant.

Heidi rolled her eyes, not bothering to explain.

However, Violet rushed over, sneering at her. “Hah, why? Because you look so shabby!

“Lina, why don’t you go back to your room and take a good look at yourself? Look at what you’re wearing.

Seriously, we’re visiting the palace! It’s the noblest place in all of Southeast Aciatic! With your appearance, you’ll be

the laughingstock once you step foot in the palace!”

“You…” Lina tightly clenched her hands, her knuckles turning white.

Violet flaunted her newly purchased LV bag, put on her sunglasses, and smirked mockingly before walking away.

“Lina.” A familiar voice suddenly came from behind.

Lina was startled to see it was Gia. It was the first time she had voluntarily spoken to her since they traveled from

Jangasas to Southeast Aciatic.

“Gia, I—”

Gia interrupted her. “Lina, I think what Violet said makes sense, and Ms. Lister’s concerns are valid.”

“What are you saying?” Lina felt like she had stepped into a void, deeply hurt. “Gia, aren’t you going to support

me?”

“What do you expect me to support?” Gia’s gaze turned cold as she scrutinized Lina. “You going to the palace

looking like this is truly embarrassing! Don’t tarnish our university’s reputation!”

Lina bit her lip, unable to say anything, overwhelmed by a strong sense of helplessness.

Their friendship seemed to be drifting further apart, just like Gia’s fading figure disappearing from her sight.

This was a rare opportunity to visit the palace, but if Heidi really wouldn’t allow her to go, Lina had nothing to say.

If Gia could speak up and defend her, it would provide some solace even if she couldn’t go…

Lina took a deep breath, suppressing her grievances, and walked upstairs to her room in a daze.

Keira grabbed her arm, “Lina, I have spare clothes. Why don’t I lend you something? They’re all designer brands, so

they should meet Ms. Lister’s standards…”

Lina forced a smile. “No need.”

She knew Keira meant well, but at this point, no matter what she did, Heidi would never let her join the visiting

group.

…

The school group arrived at the entrance of the palace on time.

After going through multiple security checks and nearly two hours of hassle, they finally passed through the palace

gate. Before entering, they had to strictly adhere to the royal family’s requirements and change into long robes,

while the girls had to wear long skirts.

Once everything was ready, Remus arrived with a squad of guards. “You’re the students from Jangasas, right?”

“Yes, that’s us!” Heidi smiled obsequiously, prompting everyone to show their invitation letters. “We just received

the notification last night. It’s a personal invitation from the king himself. We’re truly honored!”

“His Majesty hopes that the students from your esteemed institute will have a pleasant and unforgettable day

here!”

Remus bowed slightly and collected everyone’s invitation letters, checking them one by one. However, there was

not a single one with Lina’s name among the stack of invitation letters.

Remus furrowed his brow and checked again. He couldn’t forget or dare to mistake Lina’s name. She was the

young Count’s wife. How could he dare to make such an error?

Furthermore, she was the main star of the event today. If it weren’t for her, the king wouldn’t have invited this

group of people!

Heidi noticed his unfavorable expression and approached with a flattering smile, asking, “Sir… Is there a problem?”

Remus had someone bring a list and checked it with a serious demeanor.

He said, his tone serious, “Ms. Lister, the number of students on your side doesn’t match the list.”

Heidi pushed her glasses up and smiled, replying, “Oh, one student isn’t coming.”

Remus’ curiosity was piqued, so he asked, “Who is it?”

“Lina Jenner,” Heidi answered.

Remus’ expression abruptly changed. “Why isn’t she coming?”

Heidi hesitated, realizing she hadn’t prepared a proper answer to this question. Reflecting on it, she found the

customs of the palace to be peculiar. Wouldn’t it be better to have fewer people? Why were they so meticulous

about it?

Remus pressed further.

“Because this student’s attire and appearance are not very appropriate, there’s no need for her to come,” Heidi

said.

Remus chuckled lightly. “That doesn’t matter. Once Ms. Jenner arrives, we can provide her with appropriate attire.”

Heidi interjected, “But she… She’s been coughing and not feeling well.”

Remus considered her words. “Is that so? We have a renowned physician, Mr. Rowan Irwin, who frequently visits the

palace. We can ask him to check on her and ensure a swift recovery.”

Heidi struggled to find a reasonable excuse.

Remus saw through her hesitation, giving her a cold sneer. “Ms. Lister, if Ms. Jenner doesn’t come, then everyone’s

invitation letters will become invalid.”

Heidi panicked. “What? Why? It’s just one person less. Besides, she doesn’t want to come. She prefers to rest at the

hotel.”

Remus raised an eyebrow. “She doesn’t want to come? The opportunity to visit the palace is rare. Every student

studying architectural arts would want to come! Ms. Lister, could it be that you hold a grudge against her and

intentionally don’t want her to come?”

Heidi sucked in a cold breath, realizing the power Remus held as someone by the king’s side, overseeing the entire

palace.

Heidi couldn’t afford to offend Remus. As she hesitated, Remus gestured, and dozens of guards swiftly stepped

forward, blocking their path.

“Ms. Lister, you’re the teacher in charge, but the number of students doesn’t match the list. I can’t explain this to

His Majesty! Take the students back. The visit ends here!” Remus declared.

“How can this be!?” Heidi panicked, and the students behind her started clamoring and protesting.

Realizing the situation was about to spiral out of control, Heidi didn’t hesitate. She turned to Violet and said, “Violet,

call Lina and ask her to come here!”

“Why me? I won’t call that girl!” Violet objected.

Heidi glared at her, shocked that Violet would turn her back on her at such a critical moment.

“No need to make the call,” Remus interjected with a chuckle. “Tell me, which hotel are you all staying at?”

Reluctantly, Heidi provided the name of the hotel.

Remus nodded, and the royal guards’ vehicles slowly departed from the palace with a gesture.

Everyone was left dumbfounded. This kind of formation was only seen in military parades on television.

“Listen to my instructions, everyone!” Remus commanded, standing at the forefront with a commanding voice.

“Hurry to the hotel and bring Ms. Lina Jenner to visit the palace!”

“Yes!” the group responded.

The convoy proceeded grandly, adorned with Southeast Aciatic flags and the royal insignia on every vehicle,

emanating a sense of nobility in the sunlight.