The Billionaire's True Heiress From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 730

"With Claire." Shirley had no intention of hiding it.

She also knew her sudden improvement in her exams was all thanks to Claire.

Her parents now felt nothing but gratitude toward Claire, and their previous prejudice had vanished completely.

Sure enough, the moment she heard Claire's name, Patti stopped asking questions.

"Alright, go on with your call."

As soon as her mom walked away, Shirley quickly complained to Claire, "In my mom's eyes, you're the perfect golden child right now."

"It's like she thinks just hanging out with you will magically boost my grades."

Claire had heard the entire conversation between mother and daughter clearly, and she found it hilarious. "Your mom definitely didn't treat me this well before."

It was strange. When Claire was the young heiress of The James Family, Patti had always treated her indifferently.

She put on a good act, but she never actually seemed to like her.

But now that she had broken ties with the family, Patti seemed to like her more and more.

Shirley knew exactly why. She lowered her voice and said, "My mom used to be super jealous of Octavia. Not just because Latham controlled the company, but also because you and Lance were both so outstanding."

"Especially since people were always comparing you and me. Hearing that all the time made my mom feel terrible."

"When she found out you weren't biologically a James, my mom even said a huge weight had finally been lifted off her shoulders."

Claire seemed to understand Patti a little better now.

Having your own child constantly labeled as inferior would upset anyone.

Not to mention, Shirley used to act like a total clown and constantly picked fights with her back then.

There were probably even more people gossiping and laughing behind their backs.

Patti hadn't wanted to admit her daughter was lacking, so she could only blame Claire for being too exceptional.

Making Shirley look entirely worthless in comparison.

"It's fine. You're not terrible at all. Didn't you still got a good grades?"

Patti didn't care. If her husband wanted to throw all his money away, then she would be the one calling the shots at home from now on.

"Your mom is just wired that way, so stop complaining. At the end of the day, she didn't lose her temper with you, and she never forced you to be some high achiever," Claire comforted her.

"That's true. Overall, my mom really does love me."

"The Ivy Gala is tomorrow night, right? I'll definitely dress up all pretty for it!"

Claire didn't ruin her excitement.

Once the time was set, she had already invited her teachers and close friends.

Now, she just needed to get some rest and recharge. Tomorrow's gala should go smoothly.

Shirley went to her mom and mentioned she was attending Claire's Ivy Gala the next evening.

"Are your dad and I supposed to go?"

Patti wasn't entirely sure.