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,

to hear, "Suzan really knows how to take care of people. She's not only

remembered hearing that Effie's ex-boyfriend happened

intent on these not-so-subtle digs because Effie was

about to let

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

is my son's

capable, beautiful, and always looking out for me. Sometimes I think she's even more attentive than my own son. We're both truly blessed, aren't we?" Lindy

froze for a moment, then forced a laugh. "Yes... of

saw no need to continue the conversation. Life was too short for

to Effie. "Shall we keep

picked out two dresses for you. Why don't

style and preferences inside out. She always started by checking color and cut, then moved on to fabric

I'll go try them right now. I trust your

aren't you clever, Effie? Twisting Mrs. Etheridge around your little finger. Aren't you