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.

Mitchell had been ignoring her lately. Once, after a few too many drinks, Mitchell had even

Suzan, it was a

spent that entire night

demand if he still had feelings for

assumed that, after leaving Mitchell, Effie's life would fall apart. She never expected Effie to have any real ability-let alone end up with someone

to the

It was infuriating.

hand at this event, but instead, Effie had stolen

down, the atmosphere relaxed and cheerful, when a sudden flurry of excitement erupted

stride in, looking effortlessly dashing in a

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

offering a warm smile. "Mom, Effie,

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

several unanswered calls, he'd grown anxious and

him in surprise. "What are you doing here? Didn't you say you had

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

never used to be this eager. I'd

not

instantly at Lindy's

at Lyman's handsome face, feeling

her, worried she