Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

Chapter 32

As Felicity spoke, she added, "Of course, if you'd prefer the dress Lysander picked out for you, you don't have to wear this one."

Her words hinted at a possibility, but it was clear from her visible disappointment that she anticipated Mila might refuse.

Mila, amused, tried to comfort Felicity. "If I do attend, I'll certainly wear the dress you prepared for me, Mom. Thank you, I really like it."

Felicity's face lit up with joy at her words.

Mila noticed her mother's happiness but sighed inwardly. The truth was, Lysander rarely took her to such events, let alone personally picked out a dress for her. Usually, if they attended together, and her mother-in-law didn't prepare a dress, Mila would have to get one custom-made from her favorite boutique.

But...

when did the

moment and replied,

Mila suspected, Lysander had received the invitation long ago but hadn't mentioned it to her, clearly not intending to take her along. If

would undoubtedly bring along Giselle, his long-time favorite

felt a headache coming on. Roland had insisted she attend, which meant she had no choice. The thought of

to make matters worse, she would be attending under the guise

your gown. I saw one of her pieces at a friend's place-her embroidery

familiar name from Felicity, Mila froze for a moment,

clientele due to time constraints, mostly through referrals from old clients or friends. Recently, she'd been occupied with a massive

expected her mother-in-law to be among those seeking

Lysander disliked her being in the spotlight, she worried about the Montgomery family discovering her sideline. But soon, she wouldn't have to