Chapter 52

"Yeah, there's a charity gala this weekend. Would you like to go with me?" Lyman asked.

Effie hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "Sure."

Their relationship, after all, couldn't stay hidden forever.

......

When Suzan walked through the front door, she found Vera furiously smashing things in her bedroom.

"Mom, what happened?" Suzan rushed over, alarmed.

"Suzan, I'm absolutely livid! The plan fell apart and now I've been blackmailed out

of a hefty sum," Vera snapped, recounting the whole ordeal.

Suzan's brows shot up in disbelief. "What? Does Effie know?"

"No, I paid to keep her quiet. Still, I just can't stomach it. It was such a perfect opportunity!" Vera pressed a hand to her chest, seething with frustration.

Mom. There's plenty of time ahead." Suzan tried to soothe her. "And

finally managed a faint smile. "That's good to

this weekend. Mitchell's invited me

this chance and become Mrs. Lloyd." Vera

know, Mom. I won't let

arrived. The grand ballroom of the Neo-Arcadia Hotel was abuzz with anticipation for the charity gala. The city's elite-socialites and heirs alike—

entrance. The door swung open, and Mitchell stepped out, offering his hand

couple-he was the picture of refined charm, while she exuded a gentle,

they appeared, all eyes were

murmurs rippled through

looks incredible tonight! Who's his date? Didn't

heard they broke up

always want

got sharp elbows.

another gold-digger clawing her way

the envious stares. For so long, thanks to her mother's reputation, she'd been looked down on by

she'd be the one everyone envied-Mrs. Lloyd.

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