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.

invitation from her purse. "I figured you wouldn't enjoy 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 fun. All the notable young elites from Eldridge City will be

Then, grabbing her purse, she headed for the

leaving, she turned back, "Oh, and could you order a bouquet of lilies for

any

family's test. Ms. Sartori wants you to fit into the Eldridge City elite circles.

Then, he dashed out.

the gold-embossed invitation, feeling a mix of emotions. She had a hunch this wasn't as straightforward as

the invitation. It only had an address and no other details. However, the

family mansion on Stratosphere

Wasn't that Cassie's place?

Chloe's childhood friend. They'd known each other

in a big

wasn't until their sophomore year in high school

long-lost illegitimate daughter of the Gilbert family, one of Eldridge City's four major

though small, had a tangled web

had two sons, Harry

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