Chapter 471

Patricia Aldridge's question came off as casual, but the confidence in her tone was unmistakable-brash, effortless, the kind that could only be built on generations of family legacy and a mountain of wealth.

Sylvie Fielding hesitated, just for a second.

That was all the opening Patricia needed. She narrowed her eyes. "Oh, I just got back to the country, and I've already heard a bit of gossip. Word is you tried to force an engagement recently?"

Sylvie froze, her expression darkening for a fleeting moment.

Why did Patricia have to be so blunt?

Even Jarrod Silverstein glanced over, his brow creasing in mild disapproval.

Patricia tilted her head, smiling. "If you want to negotiate, give me a price I'll actually consider. Think it over, Ms. Fielding."

With that, she turned on her heel and strolled toward Elodie Thorne, who stood nearby.

By the time Elodie realized Patricia was headed her way, Patricia was already in front of her. Patricia offered her hand with a poised smile. “Mrs. Silverstein... Oh wait, Ms. Thorne, isn't it? Nice to meet you. I'm Patricia, Watts Aldridge's sister."

Patricia made no effort to hide her intentions or her opinions.

Sylvie, of course, saw all of this unfold in plain view.

Patricia's attitude toward Elodie was a world apart from the way she'd just spoken to Sylvie.

front of everyone had been a public slap in

at the scene. This Miss Aldridge was not someone to cross; she was making

wasn't concerned with saving anyone's

Sylvie. "It's not over. There's still

her feelings

told herself Patricia was only being nice to Elodie out

Meanwhile

first encounter with

hand. "Hello, Miss

and straightforward. "I've just returned, but I've already heard a lot

precedes you. I'm genuinely

Mind if we

contact info?"

direct, Elodie saw no reason to

a knowing look. "Thank you. My brother's

a little caught off

And I hope you enjoy the exhibit today-every piece here is mine. If you see something you love, let me know. I'd be happy to

that, Patricia spun on her heel and disappeared into the crowd, as breezy

notice-these siblings shared more than

to make such

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