The Perfect Wife's Perfect Revenge

Chapter 183

Victoria and Curtis both noticed that the hotel was on high alert, with security stationed every few paces along the walls. There weren't any idle guests wandering about the only people inside were the elite business leaders personally invited by Stein.

As they ascended to the Grand Magnolia Banquet Hall, Victoria took in the enormous dining table, crowned with a lavish floral centerpiece. By a rough count, nearly thirty people were attending the luncheon.

Violet arrived arm-in-arm with McNeil. Simms and Yulia soon followed.

When the group saw Victoria had turned up as well, everyone-except for McNeil -couldn't hide their surprise.

"Looks like Mr. Garcia is really invested in Victoria," Yulia remarked, her tone edged with a faint, awkward smile.

Violet leaned toward McNeil and whispered, "Why don't we take those seats over there?" She nodded toward a spot away from Curtis and Victoria.

Victoria chose a seat at random, and Curtis immediately sat down beside her.

McNeil, however, didn't intend to sit too far away. Instead, he made his way toward Curtis, with Violet hurrying after him.

out of the question-he was here for Curtis, after all. How was he supposed to chat if Victoria was in the way? Spotting the steely look on McNeil's face, Scott knew better than to make trouble. He

really isn't the place for you. Didn't you know the host arranged the guest list down to the last person? Don't blame me if you get asked

She calmly picked up her

her indifference, Violet decided not to waste any more energy. If Victoria insisted on humiliating herself by showing up

tea. She took a small sip, then glanced again at Victoria, her lips barely curled

from Starfall City's high society. Over the past few months, McNeil had brought Victoria to countless events-many people were now familiar with Violet,

Violet had written

quick glance at McNeil-and with his nod of approval-Violet excused herself to chat with those curious

conceal her delight at Violet's popularity. "When I first met her, I had no idea she was not only a straight-A student and a racing

Violet's praises, Yulia turned to McNeil and thanked him. "McNeil, Violet wouldn't be where she is today without your guidance. Please keep

warmth

more satisfied than anyone. Watching Violet thrive in the business world and seeing her steady relationship with McNeil put him at ease —at least she was far more promising than

Simms muttered, keeping his voice low. "Is she here to

always irked by Victoria's presence, rolled her eyes. Simms continued, "She knows nothing about business, and I doubt this Garcia fellow is interested in her for anything beyond her looks. As for spying-please. If she couldn't keep her own husband in