Divorce Time

Chapter 71

When the word got out, there was a real stampede toward the front rows. But when folks from the back pushed through, Kenton was

ready swarmed by those who had snagged the prime seats early on.

Vesta was among those in the front row, yet she didn’t engage with Kenton. Noticing this and feeling a bit antsy, Laverne waved her

over.

Catching the signal, Vesta approached, “Aunt Laverne.”

Understanding Laverne’s intentions without a word, Vesta said, “With all these big shots swarming Mr. Wagner, trying to squeeze in for a chat wouldn’t really do much. Thorne said we could arrange for a one–on–one with Mr. Wagner some other time.”

“That’s right.” Laverne realized her impatience might have been a bit premature.

the high–flyers they usually only read about, and hoping Vesta could expand her network, Laverne nudged her to

met most

these industry titans were

Thorne looked out for Vesta, Laverne

to Thorne’s side. Breaking into that crowd wasn’t easy for just anyone. But being known as Thorne’s date, the crowd

having their turn with Kenton, the business moguls stopped crowding him but started discussing market trends among themselves.

teased, “Ms. Hawkins is a real catch, Thorne. You’ve hit

background. Vesta’s impressive resume, beauty, and poise made her

smiled, and Vesta graciously replied, “Mr. Dale, you flatter me.”

Kenton, pressed for

to hold him back, knowing the

various companies, never feeling the