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.

saw Mrs. Lloyd standing next to Lindy, she paused for a heartbeat. Of all the

who happened to share some history. Effie reminded herself that was all

dress-refined and understated, with a subtle elegance. The dress wasn't from a famous designer, but its

sneer as she took in Effie's appearance. In her eyes, Effie was still the

stood there, brimming with condescension, clearly waiting to see

had never thought much of her, and that wasn't about to

letting a gentle smile settle on her lips, and walked over

a warm, reassuring squeeze. "There you are —I was just waiting for you. I thought this dress would look stunning on you.

blue dress nearby-simple in design, yet elegant

"Sure, I'll go try

woman was staring at her

another word, Effie disappeared into the

watched her go, her frown deepening. How did Effie end up here with Lindy? And judging by the way they interacted,

resist her curiosity, Mrs. Lloyd turned to Lindy. "Mrs. Etheridge, that young woman...