Chapter 299

Elodie really liked the bouquet of tulips.

Back when she used to take care of her own place, she loved stopping by the florist for fresh flowers, arranging them in a vase to brighten up the house and give it that little spark of ceremony.

Clearly, the organizers of this high-end resort event had put some thought into things-sending flowers as a congratulatory gesture.

She cradled the bouquet as she stepped into the main hall.

Across the room, she spotted Alexander and Esmeralda waving her over.

When Elodie reached them, Esmeralda's eyes widened at the flowers in her arms. "Those are gorgeous! Who gave them to you?"

Elodie glanced around-Joseph was nowhere in sight-before answering, "The resort staff, I think. Didn't they give you guys any?"

Esmeralda immediately pouted. "Seriously? How could they just forget about us!"

Alexander, curious, brushed his fingers over a tulip petal. "All the centerpieces tonight are lilies. Why'd they give you tulips?"

wasn't sure either, but she decided it didn't matter. A

Technologies, after all. He lifted his phone. "Let's

Elodie and

the photo, then Elodie

far away, Maurice had watched the entire scene

help but mutter, "Showing up with flowers? Don't

maybe Alexander had sent

in holding the

reacted to Maurice's speculation,

glanced at Elodie, then looked away, appearing indifferent

moment, Maurice's mind wandered, and he let out a low chuckle. "Knowing Elodie, maybe she brought them herself. Trying to get your attention, show you she's still in demand

in the press and forced the issue—maybe things would have

Jarrod shot Maurice a dry look.

sarcasm.

slid naturally onto the sofa beside Jarrod. "What are

scratched his nose sheepishly. "Nothing,

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