Chapter 194 The Party

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Ava shouted, “Mommy, no phone calls at the dining table. Grandma says we aren’t supposed to talk so

much while eating.

I giggled and quickly put down my phone. I kissed her and said, “You’re right. Let’s eat.”

Atlas’s call had put my mind at ease. I was sure he had a plan in place.

The next day, Grayson walked into my office holding a large bag. “Ms. Chloe, your gown.”

I didn’t think Atlas was being serious. Grayson placed the bag on the coffee table and left.

Curious, I hurried over to inspect its contents. I pulled out a box and inside was a stunning white gown

with exquisite jewels.

something Show White might wear. I was eager to put it on immediately. Matthew had never bought

and was unaware of the dress code.

the party. She agreed to pick up Ava and even

was a great help.

to the party. She said she would, so I told her we should meet there. As the invitation was extended to the higher–ups from each company, Ryan became my escort for

the evening.

the grand banquet hall of Echelon

estate industry. Mercer, Atticus’s father, started as a subcontractor before taking over the company at

developer in Foswood.

including their very own Echelon Towers. One tower housed their

the other was the

Towers on time, and I underestimated how grand the event was. It felt like a film festival, with

smaller company, so our presence was mostly courtesy. Frankly,

Since my divorce was common knowledge,

awkward.

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met, he stared at me like some idiot. Something about the way he looked

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