Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 102

Either way, she couldn't bring herself to believe that Effie was truly that impressive.

Mrs. Etheridge came over and gently patted her hand. "Effie, you did wonderfully."

Effie offered a modest smile and replied softly, "Mom, I just did my best. I hope I didn't embarrass you."

Seeing her humility, Mrs. Etheridge found herself growing even more fond of her daughter-in-law.

"Embarrass me? You made me proud," Mrs. Etheridge beamed, her joy unmistakable.

She'd originally thought this event would be a chance for Effie to experience something new, but to her surprise, it was Effie who impressed everyone.

Many guests, noticing how close the two seemed almost like mother and daughter-seized the opportunity to come over and strike up a conversation.

It was clear to everyone that Effie had a special bond with the Etheridge family.

What a remarkable woman she was!

Across the room, Suzan clenched her hands so tightly her knuckles turned white, barely resisting the urge to stamp her foot in frustration.

Just wait, she thought bitterly. She'd find a way to strike back sooner or later.

eating her up inside—especially since Mitchell had been ignoring her lately. Once, after a few

a humiliation

spent that entire night awake, stewing

more than to confront Mitchell and demand if he still had feelings for that

Effie's life would fall apart. She never expected Effie to have

to the

It was infuriating.

so sure she'd get the upper hand at this event, but instead, Effie had stolen the show at the Afternoon Tea Social,

atmosphere relaxed and cheerful, when a sudden flurry of excitement

saw Lyman stride in, looking

immediately drew everyone's attention-especially the socialites, who couldn't hide their delight as

smile.

Effie a few minutes earlier, but she hadn't answered-no doubt caught up in the tea

grown anxious and decided to come

surprise. "What are you doing here?

a little sheepish. "I wrapped things up early. I figured you'd be finishing soon, so I thought I'd

"You never used to be this eager. I'd bet you're really here to

just grinned, not bothering to

instantly at

looked up at Lyman's handsome face, feeling

he'd come especially for her, worried she might not feel comfortable in