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."

nodded. "Yes, I have. Your

moment, I'd love for you to look

pitch, stopping her mid- sentence. Suzan shot Effie

Wasn't this Lyman's wife? What was she doing here, seeking him

Effie knew he was Lyman's childhood

oblivious to Randell's thoughts. She spoke clearly, "I'm here on behalf of The Etheridge Group to discuss a potential

Randell raised an eyebrow. So, Nelly's so-called

she wasn't from any established Neo-Arcadia family-Randell couldn't figure out what exactly Lyman saw

see just what Effie was

Etheridge Group said

Effie nodded. "That's right."

another person hurried over, eager to introduce their own company. Clearly, everyone had done their homework and knew Randell

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

What

grinned. "Equestrian. A

you couldn't ride, you weren't even eligible to

a smug smile, her