Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 66

Mrs. Lloyd stood off to the side, watching the warm, affectionate exchange between Effie and Lindy, her emotions a tangled mess of envy and resentment.

Suzan's eyes widened with surprise. She didn't know Lindy, but seeing Mrs. Lloyd treat her with such deference, she guessed Lindy must be someone of real standing.

Mrs. Etheridge!

Could this be the famously low-profile matriarch of the Etheridge family—the wealthiest family in Neo-Arcadia?

That thought sent a rush of uncertainty through Suzan, and she eyed Effie with newfound suspicion.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Lloyd was treating Effie as if she were invisible, not even bothering to spare her a glance.

Wasn't she a senior, too? Mrs. Lloyd's irritation doubled at the thought.

Suzan, ever perceptive, noticed Mrs. Lloyd's sour mood. She quickly grabbed a cup of tea and walked over. "Auntie, we've been shopping for ages. You must be tired. Why don't you sit down and have some tea?"

high-end boutique had a full spread-tea, fruit platters, and premium snacks

people. She's not only lovely but also so considerate of her elders. Our Mitchell is lucky to have her- unlike some

Effie. Lindy, catching the subtext, remembered hearing that Effie's

Lindy. Was Mrs. Lloyd so intent on these not-so-subtle digs because Effie was her precious

to let anyone

this young lady is...?" Lindy gestured toward

"This is my son's

looking out for me. Sometimes I think she's even more attentive than my own

for a moment, then forced a laugh.

conversation. Life was too short for pointless small

to Effie. "Shall we

Why don't you

so much time together, Effie knew Lindy's style and preferences inside out. She always started by checking color and cut, then moved on to fabric

try them right now. I trust your taste completely." Lindy beamed and headed for the

Lloyd snorted and sneered at Effie. "Well, aren't you clever, Effie? Twisting Mrs. Etheridge around your little finger.