Chapter 429

On Thursday evening, Charlene arrived at the dinner party with Stewart, who had just returned from a business trip.

No sooner had they stepped inside than she spotted Vesta and Leah across the

room.

The two women clearly saw her as well.

Leah scowled the moment she caught sight of Charlene and muttered to Vesta, "Why is she everywhere?"

Charlene paid them no mind. After exchanging a few pleasantries with their host, she noticed Gaylord making his way toward them.

Gaylord had gone out of his way to secure an invitation for her as soon as he learned she'd be attending.

Tonight, Charlene wore a sleek, black evening gown with a simple cut. Her long, straight hair fell like a dark curtain down her back, lending her an air of cool detachment and subtle mystery. She was striking, impossible to overlook.

It seemed every time he saw her at an event, Gaylord found himself newly captivated.

so Charlene wasn't surprised to see him

quickly masked his

had it that Dane Turner would also be at the party

Smith, and both men were equally renowned for

They weren't exactly close, but at least they recognized each

way over

Turner nodded politely.

Encouraged that he remembered

ready to continue the conversation. But Turner showed little interest-before she could say

"They have."

He turned to the cluster of guests eager to speak with him and said, "I've heard Ross and Ferguson are here. If you' excuse me, I'll catch up with you all

teasing him. "Eager to debate with

be honest, I'm more interested in Ross. I have a feeling she might be the more formidable

that, he offered a quick nod to those around him and

in his wake, felt

watched, bristling. "What's his problem? Isn't he supposed to be friends with

off, steadying herself.

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