Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 65

"Effie?"

The name caught Mrs. Lloyd's attention. She followed Lindy's gaze and, a moment later, spotted a familiar figure.

Effie.

Mrs. Lloyd's brow furrowed in surprise-what on earth was Effie doing here?

"Hey, I'm back. See anything you like?" Effie had just returned from the restroom and entered the boutique a bit later than the others.

Earlier that morning, Lindy had called and invited Effie out for a day of shopping. Of course, Effie was delighted to accept. Lindy was easy to get along with, never putting on airs as a mother-in-law, and being around her always felt light and effortless.

At first, Effie had been a little awkward around Lindy, but after a few shared dinners at the family home, they had grown as comfortable as old friends. Lindy doted on Effie; whenever she found something delicious or stylish, Effie was always the first person she thought of.

Even Lyman had noticed, half-joking that he didn't feel like the real child in the family anymore. Still, he was genuinely happy to see them getting along so well.

Lindy, she paused for a heartbeat. Of all the people and

than strangers who happened to share some history. Effie reminded herself that was all she needed to

light touch of makeup today and a champagne-colored dress-refined and understated, with a subtle elegance. The dress wasn't

Mrs. Lloyd's lips curled in a sneer as she took in Effie's appearance. In her eyes, Effie was still

Lloyd stood there, brimming with condescension,

She knew Mrs. Lloyd's attitude all too well -the woman had never thought much of her, and that wasn't

letting a gentle smile settle on her

you are —I was just waiting for you. I thought this dress would look stunning on you. Want to give

a pale blue dress nearby-simple in design, yet elegant and

nodded. "Sure, I'll

was staring at her in open shock, as if she couldn't believe what

another word, Effie disappeared into

up here with Lindy? And

Lloyd turned to Lindy. "Mrs.