Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 206

Shirley forced an awkward smile at Effie. "It's nothing," she said, trying to brush off the tension.

Moments later, Effie and Shirley spotted Randell approaching, surrounded by a

small group.

Effie was just about to stand up and greet him when a waiter appeared out of nowhere, nearly colliding with her.

"I'm so sorry, miss. Are you alright?" The waiter's eyes flickered uneasily as he glanced away, almost as if he was distracted by something in the distance.

Effie frowned but replied, "I'm fine, thank you."

The brief interruption, however, gave Suzan just enough time to beat Effie to Randell's side.

"You're with E&M Group?" Randell asked, turning his cool gaze on Suzan.

Suzan straightened her back and smiled confidently. "That's right. Our jewelry company may be young, but we've already made quite a mark these past few years. I'm sure you've heard of us, Mr. Hoffman."

"Yes, I have. Your reputation does

is our proposal. If you have a moment,

Hoffman—” Effie's voice cut through Suzan's pitch, stopping her mid- sentence. Suzan shot Effie a glare

Wasn't this Lyman's wife? What

wondered if Effie knew

spoke clearly, "I'm here on behalf of The Etheridge Group to discuss

an eyebrow. So, Nelly's so-called stand-in turned out to be

she wasn't from any established Neo-Arcadia family-Randell couldn't figure out

was curious to see just what Effie

said, "when The Etheridge Group said

Effie nodded. "That's right."

company. Clearly, everyone had done their homework and knew Randell would be here- now they were all jockeying

got quite the crowd today. How about a warm-up competition? Whoever wins, I'll

competition? What sort?"

grinned. "Equestrian. A

to participate. Some people

Suzan's lips curled into a smug smile, her