Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 118

Still, Effie tried to reassure herself. At the very least, Lyman had put in real effort.

He could have done nothing at all.

But instead, he'd worried she might misunderstand, and went out of his way to plan such a romantic date.

She really ought to be grateful.

With that thought, Effie's mood lightened. She picked up her fork and began to eat with genuine appetite.

Lyman noticed and a faint smile tugged at his lips.

After they finished their meal, the two of them left together.

They had just stepped into the lobby when, by chance, Shepard emerged from the opposite elevator.

So, he saw Lyman and Effie walk right past him.

The moment Shepard caught sight of Lyman, he nearly gasped. Was he seeing things?

That was Lyman, no doubt about it!

now, seeing Lyman and Effie together, he

little brat Effie actually knew

suspected something when Lyman came to pick Effie up. Now, his suspicions were

raced with excitement. He almost called out to Effie, but the thought of disturbing Lyman made him hesitate, so

was plenty of

ask Effie exactly what her relationship with Lyman

as Effie arrived at the office, she was called

gathered, the director spoke up, "I've got some good news, everyone. This weekend, there's a Fashion Gala, and the organizers have sent us a handful of invitations. That means all the designers in our department will

opportunity. Tons of celebrities and socialites will be there, and all eyes will be on their outfits and the jewelry they wear. Make sure

chatter. After all, the

way those celebrities and socialites dressed could

perfect occasion to rub shoulders with some big names -maybe even pave the way for

was one of the main reasons everyone

also a chance to broaden their

were buzzing

calm. She'd attended such galas before; it wasn't

the director had spoken, she

Effie realized she

already discussing what gowns to