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.

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

Suzan, it was a humiliation she

that entire night

wanted nothing 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

to

It was infuriating.

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

cheerful, when a sudden flurry of excitement erupted by

glanced over and saw Lyman stride in, looking effortlessly

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

Effie and Lindy, offering a warm smile. "Mom, Effie, are you finished? I've

answered-no doubt caught up in

he'd grown anxious

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

wrapped things up early. I figured you'd be

eager. I'd bet you're really here to pick up your wife, aren't

not bothering to deny

flushed instantly at Lindy's

up at Lyman's handsome face, feeling

especially for her, worried she