Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 27

Chapter 27

Lyman's chauffeur had already pulled the sleek black Maybach up to the hotel entrance, its understated luxury blending into the shadows of the night.

With effortless grace, Lyman stepped out and opened the car door for Effie. He waited until she was settled inside before circling around to the other side and getting in himself.

The car glided away from the bustle of the hotel, the city's noise fading behind them.

Effie leaned back against the seat, turning her head just enough to watch the neon lights flicker past the window, their colors painting fleeting patterns across her face.

Sensing her mood, Lyman spoke gently, reassuring her, "Don't worry. You can leave everything to me."

Effie snapped out of her thoughts and forced a small smile. "It's nothing. I'm just a little tired, that's all."

Lyman's gaze darkened, his tone turning icy. "I'll take care of what happened at the party. If she dared lay a hand on you, she'll face the consequences."

Without another word, Lyman called Luther, instructing him to secure the security footage from the business gala-specifically, the moment Effie was pushed into the water.

Effie was momentarily stunned.

up for her so openly. Truth be told, dousing Suzan in red wine earlier had already

feeling of being trusted and cared

...

business gala, anticipation hung thick

the guests were here for one reason: Lyman. Every so often, eyes

father's instructions, he sent his

kept glancing at the door, growing increasingly restless. He'd expected to use tonight as a chance

the information wrong?" he muttered under his breath, frustration

were whispering

Etheridge already arrived? Where

he left

can't be right. Mr. Etheridge is never seen with

But Lyman never showed.

no choice but to head home. He thought of visiting Suzan,

was still brightly lit. As he pushed

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