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.

was mingling with the high–flyers they usually only read about, and hoping Vesta could expand her network, Laverne nudged her to get back into

met most of them already.”

to Thorne, these industry titans were quite cordial

Vesta, Laverne

Vesta returned to Thorne’s side. Breaking into that crowd wasn’t easy for

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

came back, someone in the group teased, “Ms. Hawkins is a

background. Vesta’s impressive resume, beauty, and poise made her stand out as a remarkable young professional. Their

replied,

flowed until Kenton, pressed for time, excused

to hold him back,

various