Champagne towers and a spread of cold canapés and desserts dotted the room, creating an ambiance that could rival any hopping nightclub. Wayne looked around and mused, "How is this even more happening than a bar?" Winston's gaze zeroed in on Cassie amidst the lively crowd. Cassie was rocking her signature rebellious style, donning a deep blue silk shirt under a crisp white blazer, unexpectedly teamed with patterned shorts. This mix screamed defiance and was undeniably unconventional.

Cassie exuded a certain rogue charm. Her hair was slicked back with precision, yet her delicate features, porcelain skin, and slender frame made this bold fashion choice seem naturally stylish. It was a unique allure that was all her own. Winston couldn't help but think, could this kid make even a burlap sack look good?

Winston navigated through the throng to where Cassie stood chatting with Chloe. Both held champagne glasses, their conversation lively.

"Why didn't your husband show up? Weren't you two coming together?" Cassie asked.

"He headed back to Eldridge City," Chloe replied.

Cassie frowned, "Is it because of my cousin?"

Chloe said nothing, but Cassie could guess. She knew about Diana's accident and subsequent amputation. Cassie sighed, "You're incredibly forgiving. Their affair was the talk of the town, everyone in the Eldridge Elites knew Diana was Mr. Connor's favorite. How do you put up with it?"

tolerate it

lips and nodded,

on a plane back, due to arrive soon. But with the party nearly wrapping up, he'd likely miss most of it. Chloe didn't press Connor on how he had dealt with things or about Diana; she trusted

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Chloe, "Your foster parents and

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mom had an allergic reaction to some special incense Lisa brought.

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