Chapter 216

She blinked rapidly, trying to shake off the tangle of emotions.

Just then, the light turned green.

Isadora pressed her foot to the gas.

The car pulled away from the curb.

Halfway down the road, Rowena's call came through.

"Isadora, I just found out the project director from Horizon Architects is attending a party tonight. I was planning to sneak in and pitch to him myself, but my dad's come down with a sudden bout of gastroenteritis. I can't leave him right now."

"Is your dad going to be okay?"

"He'll need a minor operation, so I have to stay with him. But I really don't want to miss this opportunity-it might be our only shot. I'm counting on you to go in my place."

"Don't be so formal, Rowena. Seafarer Designs is my baby, too."

"I've asked Wendy to go with you. She'll fill you in on some of the details."

"Got it."

She hung up.

the wheel and made a

she arrived at the

and priceless antique murals lined the walls. Nearly everyone who came here for a night out was either a corporate mogul or an heir to a fortune-pick any name

the younger women, just getting their hands on an entry pass

the place was strictly members-only. Ordinary people didn't even get

in a corner,

thank God you're here. Standing around in this place, I feel like I'm breathing

it really

nodded fervently. "You have no idea. There are million-dollar cars everywhere outside, and every woman walking in looks like she just

how are

sent her. She wasn't sure where Rowena

"Just follow me."

by security, Wendy nervously trailed

goblets actually real gold?” she whispered. "Wait-isn't

to float away with excitement, and murmured, "Keep your voice down. People are starting to look. Don't forget,

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