The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 663

Aurora spotted Haynes immediately, along with the group gathered around him. She asked, "Which one are you talking about? Haynes' friend-Foreman?"

Simone shook her head. "No, someone else."

Aurora's gaze drifted to a tall man with striking, refined features.

At that moment, it seemed half the room was sneaking glances in their direction.

Haynes, Foreman, and Joshua stood out from the crowd, impossible to ignore, whether for their looks or their presence. Eyes naturally gravitated toward them.

Aurora said, "I don't know that one, but I think I've seen him with Stella before. At the last charity auction, I'm pretty sure he was there with her. Must be a friend of hers."

Simone's eyes remained fixed on the man's face. "He's... different," she murmured.

Aurora turned, grinning. "You're interested in him?"

deny it. “Yes,

was a little surprised by her candor and sized Joshua up once more. The man really was striking-good-looking enough to stand shoulder to shoulder with her

you have a thing for

was a high bar-she reserved that label

Aurora came from prominent families, with admirers lining up for miles. Many suitors were attractive,

show interest in a man whose background was a mystery, but whose

Her own standards were

an eighty-five was plenty. Family background and ability, though, those were non-negotiable. Aufora had no time for men who were all style and no substance. She wanted someone with power and influence, a man who

years as friends, Simone could easily guess what

just

interested, I could ask

"No, I want to find out

glanced at the group not far away. "Come on, let's go say

meet Joshua, didn't refuse.