Chapter 73

Mitchell had spotted Effie too, and his gaze grew dark and unreadable.

Contrary to what everyone had expected, Effie didn't look broken or defeated after leaving him. In fact, she carried herself with a calm, effortless grace.

Effie saw them enter and offered a slight smile, her eyes lingering on Suzan and Mitchell for only a moment-cold and indifferent, as if they were nothing more than passing strangers.

Mitchell frowned, unable to hide his reaction.

He seemed ready to say something, but Suzan grabbed his arm before he could speak.

"Mitchell, let me introduce you this is my grandmother," Suzan said quickly.

She'd noticed the way Mitchell's eyes were glued to Effie, and it made her uneasy. Damn it. That woman better not think she can seduce Mitchell again. Over her dead body.

Mitchell finally looked away from Effie and turned to Selma. "Grandma, I wish you happiness as vast as the ocean and a life as long as the mountains."

politely. "Thank you, that's very

to Effie; his charming smile couldn't hide his wandering attention. Still, seeing how tightly Suzan clung to his arm, Selma

out for you,"

hue deep and flawless, polished to a gentle shine

Suzan had chosen wisely. Instantly, the

a gift!" someone

at

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eyes darting

just

and nodded. "Very

at the side, her serene smile

out a cold laugh. She was dying to

spoke up, "Effie, it's Grandma's birthday. What did you bring? Why don't you show

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