Never Again Yours (Isadora and Magnus)

Chapter 85

A rich, heady scent of whiskey drifted through the luxurious, spacious VIP suite.

A French crystal chandelier bathed the room in a decadent, champagne-gold glow.

Nanette was there with her agent, Linda Chang, attending a high-roller's party thrown by the city's elite.

The moment Nanette walked in, she realized this was no ordinary gathering.

Familiar faces from the A-list were everywhere-Oscar-winning actresses, Golden Globe darlings, women who usually carried themselves like queens suddenly mingling shoulder to shoulder.

If these big names had all shown up tonight, it could only mean one thing: someone truly important was in the room.

Linda leaned in, lowering her voice.

"See those men on the black leather couch in the back? The ones who look like they walked out of a GQ spread? Heirs to some of the most powerful families in Capitol City."

Linda's gaze shifted, and she sucked in a breath.

"Oh my God-look! The guy in the yellow shirt-that's Victor, the Brooks family's crown prince. I can't believe he's here tonight. This is major!"

She nudged Nanette, excitement flashing in her eyes. "Listen, tonight's your shot. Make sure you stand out. If Victor even glances your way, opportunities will fall into your lap. These people-just a crumb from their table and you'll be breaking into Hollywood before you know it.”

the industry for a few years now-she'd gotten used to these kinds of parties, the

leading actress, she still had to rely on these wealthy

Victor's name, she

at

yellow shirt and black dress pants he wore seemed almost casual on him, his long legs stretched out as he

glass of neat whiskey. Even at a glance,

in the room. Nearly every

the room with an air of detached amusement, as if

Isadora had been desperate to find Victor the other day. She wondered if her friend had

of this, she turned to Linda.

eyes. "Are you serious? Now's the time to be mingling, not

corner to dial

a work phone, too—she

What's up?" Isadora's voice was as calm

your phone

died. I was just about to call you, actually. Mind if I crash

have the key, the housekeeper's home. Hey, weren't you looking for Victor the other day? Did you find him?

name, thoughts flashing to her latest misadventures

care of that already. When your party's over, I'll just go to your place and