She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 503:

Vivien’s presence was understandable—she thrived on gatherings like this. And Norah’s attendance made sense, given the nature of the event, which was designed to bring single men and women together. But Trent? He was not the kind to attend such functions, no matter how much his family pestered him about marriage.

“I heard you were coming,” Trent said, adjusting his glasses with casual grace. “So I made a point of requesting an invitation.”

Gasps rippled through the crowd.

“Mr. Seymour?”

“This event has certainly drawn a lively crowd today.”

“Mr. Seymour seems rather familiar with Ms. Briggs, doesn’t he? Do they have a close relationship in private?”

“He even said he came specifically because she would be here. What do you make of that?”

buzzed

esteemed families,

admiration, the kind of man many dreamed of marrying—but he had never shown the slightest interest in anyone. Until

had been bearing the weight of unwanted attention, suddenly felt the pressure lift. With Trent by her side, she no

a quiet corner where she could finally

a

was a dagger to the

Freya always the one who drew all the light? Why

who had once gathered around Vivien now flocked to Freya, leaving her standing

took root and spread through her,

had taken everything: her job, her

unaware of Vivien’s

been an ordinary woman—honest and without

moment they met, something about Vivien