Unmasking the Heiress by Sisi Yea

Chapter 175

Out of nowhere, someone else chimed in on the drama.

"Seriously, we're all just wasting our time here. The Gordons and the Fosters- whether they split or stick it out, we're all just trying to stay on their good side. Why sweat the small stuff? Knowing who not to tick off is the real trick!" This guy had a point, but it did not do much to squash the curiosity bubbling up in the crowd. The chatter got louder and more heated by the second.

Right then, a squad of slick bodyguards strutted through the crowd, lining up in formation without missing a beat.

The Fosters' clout in Avalon City was no secret, but this kind of showy entrance? It had 'mystery' written all over it.

Evangeline, who had just gotten back to Cole, could not help but get caught up in the spectacle.

Before long, the man of the hour was in Evangeline's sights.

Instead of the fancy leather shoes she was expecting, a set of wheels rolled into view.

A gasp rippled through the crowd.

that Alex Gordon, the family's second son?

picked to take over the family's

Group into a giant that could go toe-to-toe with the Fosters.

thoughts about the past

eyes naturally

was Alex, just

sharply chiseled, like a work of art, with a gentle, easygoing look in his eyes. His features were striking, his

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healthy glow.

about him, but Alex was a total

and she did not even care that other guests

What are you doing here? I thought you got

is celebrating her birthday, I'd fly here if I had to." Alex's voice was tinged with reluctance, but anyone paying attention could hear the affection in his words. Evangeline did not know when Alex had hurt his leg and ended up in a wheelchair, but with

beamed at Alex,

Alex, you always