Chapter 1110:

“No big deal. I just wanted Alicia to get some fresh air,” Jeffery replied with a smile.

Alicia rested a hand on her belly and smiled. “I’ve been stuck at home for weeks. It feels so good to be out today.”

Linsey glanced at Alicia’s belly with a gentle smile. “A short stroll like this is good for you anyway.”

While the group chatted in low voices, the host’s voice suddenly boomed from the stage speakers, cutting through the background noise.

“Good evening, everyone! Thank you for joining us at tonight’s banquet. We’re here to celebrate the birthday of Wade Group’s heir, Mr. Dustin Wade. And more importantly, his engagement to none other than Ms. Joanne Ellis. Please welcome to the stage Hester Wade, Chairwoman of Wade Group, along with Mr. Wade and Ms. Ellis!”

A round of polite applause filled the hall, but Linsey simply turned her head toward the stage, her expression unreadable—cool, composed, almost too calm.

Jeffery’s voice cut in, tinged with faint surprise. “Wait a second. Linsey, wasn’t Joanne the friend who showed up with you at the hospital that day?”

off guard, then turned to look at him. “You remember her?” she asked, eyebrows slightly

at all. But the truth was, Jeffery hadn’t completely forgotten her. She had

as if it wasn’t a big deal. “I’ve got a decent

a moment. Maybe Joanne would take some comfort

thought barely lasted. Linsey knew better. Joanne didn’t just want to be remembered—she wanted to be his wife. That had been her goal from the

Jeffery was already married, something had shifted in her. She wasn’t deterred; if anything, she doubled down. She wanted

stories on

on some snacks,

evening, juggling Dustin’s secret plan while making sure Alicia never ended up

practiced calm. Sure

simple: Dustin would try

phone lit up again.

as ever, Linsey texted

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