Chapter 191



Tony was taken aback by the invitation.

The Imperial was the crown jewel of Eldridge City. Getting a reservation at the restaurant? Practically impossible unless you were someone really special.

Rumor had it that the menu was a lavish spread of one hundred and eight dishes, rivaling the grandest feasts.

Tony, all smiles and nods, said, "It's such an honor to be invited by you. Of course, I'll be there."

He gave Chloe a nudge. "Come on, say thanks. Dining at the Imperial isn't something that happens every day. It's a great chance to see and be seen."

Attending a banquet with Claire meant mingling with the city's elite.

Just as Chloe was about to speak, Claire cut in. "Places like the Imperial aren't really for young folks like you, Chloe."

The room suddenly felt awkward. Tony hadn't expected Claire to be so reluctant to bring Chloe along. Her disapproval was pretty clear.

a business dinner. There's a more suitable event tonight -a birthday party for the Ms. Gilbert. It's perfect for young people to have

invitation right into Chloe's hands. Then, grabbing her purse,

"Oh, and could you order a

any

patting Chloe on the shoulder as he passed. "Looks like you've passed the Sartori family's test. Ms. Sartori wants you to fit into the Eldridge City elite circles. I've got high hopes for you,

Then, he dashed out.

emotions. She had a hunch

invitation. It only had an address

Gilbert family mansion on Stratosphere

Wasn't that Cassie's place?

They'd known each

big house and was taken care of by

sophomore year in high school that Cassie's father finally came

that Cassie was the long-lost illegitimate daughter of the

Gilbert family, though small, had a tangled web

Gilbert had two sons,

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