Chapter 184

Leanne’s gaze snapped up to the head table as she caught the movie star’s eyes fixed in her direction.

Curtis’ deep voice rolled out lazily, “Made up your mind? I only take people I know well to meet her.”

Gritting her teeth, Leanne hesitated for a few seconds. Idols were her world, and if she passed up this opportunity, who knew if she’d ever get another chance?

She put down her fork and stood up.

Tonight, Leanne was just another face in the crowd, and compared to the dolled-up celebrities and social media darlings, her simple black dress seemed understated.

She wore a turtleneck sweater that embraced her shape perfectly, completed with a velvet skirt, elegant and reminiscent of a black swan.

Curtis’ arm slipped naturally around her waist, escorting her towards the head table. With their steps in sync and silhouettes matching, it was clear these two were no strangers.

They left behind a table full of people immersed in a gossipy and awkward atmosphere.

Joy reveled in the discomfort of others, grinning cheekily at Lisa, “Yes, she’s the ‘ugly wife’ you were talking about. Quite hideous indeed, just about a million miles prettier than you, I’d say.”

Lisa was shocked.

“You know Ms. Watson?” Leanne was full of questions now.

She had seen Curtis talking to her just moments ago.

“Not really, met her for the first time today,” Curtis explained, “She’s Tina’s aunt.”

all, the Richardsons and the Watsons of Northbridge were almost in-laws once, so they knew of

this connection and felt a twinge

she might have

But…

did you know she’s my idol?” Leanne asked in

with a teasing smile, “You were delirious with a fever, clutching her poster and calling it ‘Mom. Forgot about

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didn’t have a picture of my mom at that

me in return.” They were almost at the head

the capitalist, had set the trap, and now, as Leanne stepped in, he was ready

let’s make

wouldn’t be so kind-hearted. Realizing too late that she had fallen into his trap, Leanne now locked eyes with the star, who was smiling warmly

her as she tensed up, “What do

a low murmur, meant for her ears only, “I’m allergic to the city hall and divorce, so don’t ever bring up those

forward, and like a duck being

out with a smile, “Anne, is it? Nice to meet

mother, Leanne felt an emotional lump

and even called her

and elated, shook her hand. Larissa’s slender, delicate hand felt so

her

Leanne

flicker of surprise crossed Larissa’s eyes.

head table

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