Chapter 539

In the blink of an eye, PrimeStar's anniversary gala had arrived.

That afternoon, Charlene and Stewart set aside their work, spending hours getting ready before arriving at the venue dressed to the nines and right on time.

This year, they'd sent out a long list of invitations.

Not long after they entered, guests began to trickle in.

Dalton Ramirez was among the early arrivals.

Dalton didn't care much for either Charlene or Stewart. But it had been a while since he'd seen Vesta-work kept getting in the way. He knew Vesta would be at PrimeStar's celebration tonight, so he'd made a point of showing up early.

Stewart was across the room, busy greeting a group of newcomers.

Spotting Dalton, Charlene-despite her lack of fondness for him—dutifully approached with a practiced smile. "Mr. Ramirez, it's been a while. Please, come

in."

Dalton barely glanced at her. Given Charlene's polite tone, he saw no reason to stir up trouble, so he simply nodded in acknowledgment. His attention, though, was elsewhere; even as he responded, his eyes swept quickly over the bustling hall.

When he didn't spot Vesta, a flicker of disappointment crossed his face.

wasn't all that surprised; Thorne rarely showed up early

events.

Charlene off with a


only too happy

a crowd tonight. If there's anything lacking in our hospitality, I hope you'll forgive us, Mr.

tone was unmistakably

Dalton, but he decided not to make an issue

on without

of guests

to arrive at these events.

Henderson Group, she had no

Thorne, pointedly ignoring Vesta.

a hand; they

much as a glance. In a

a magnet for conversation

her greeting when


to Thorne and Vesta.

You're here early

one of The Henderson Group's top partners these days-it's no surprise

and Vesta arrive, immediately

"Mr. Henderson. Ms. Hawkins."

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