Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

Chapter 1625

"No rooms available here tonight," the security guard stopped Fiona at the entrance. "You can find a place to stay just across the street."

"I'm here for the gala," Fiona replied with a laid-back coolness that couldn't be ignored.

The guard, seeing her step out of a taxi, had pegged her as just another young woman looking for accommodations, not as an attendee of the exclusive event. But with his experience, he quickly caught on, softening his tone and nodding politely. "Miss, may I see your invitation, please?"

Fiona handed over an invitation with a distinctive gold and red border, prompting the guard to shift to a more respectful manner.

"Please, come in, Miss," he said into his radio. Soon, a woman in a striking red evening gown approached, her eyes filled with admiration as she saw Fiona. "Follow me, please."

Everyone else had standard invitations, but only Ms. H's was edged in gold-a detail known by all the gala's hosts.

Fiona was escorted to a quiet corner with a window offering a breathtaking view of New York City's skyline, a spot reserved just for H.

elite guests began to fill the

this button and I'll be right here," the woman told Fiona,

"Thank you."

Fiona had intentionally altered her voice, making it nearly impossible for

gazing out at the view, enjoying the peace until

"Are you Ms. H?"

stood in front of her, a glass of red wine in hand, scrutinizing her closely. Fiona knew her right away: it

that any of your business?" Fiona turned her head slightly, giving her a glance. "If you're not

the golden liquid shimmering

you. This seat isn't just for

been brushed off by Jackson earlier, was eager to meet the famed H,