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!

Lyman and Effie together,

Effie actually knew

the matriarch's birthday party, Shepard had already suspected something when Lyman came to pick Effie

raced with excitement. He almost called out to Effie, but the thought of

was plenty of

have to ask Effie exactly

arrived at the office,

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

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

made, the room erupted into excited chatter. After all, the Fashion

socialites dressed could inspire

with some big names -maybe

of the main

a chance to broaden their horizons. Opportunities like

were buzzing

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

director had spoken, she would naturally

of the upcoming event, Effie realized she needed to

already discussing what gowns to