She Left She Thrived She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 727

The tinted window rolled down, revealing Elara Bennett, who offered a breezy greeting.

“Evening, Ms. Royce!”

Melanie curved her lips into a polite smile.

“You definitely live up to the Bennett family name. That's a stunning ride.”

Elara preened at the compliment.

“It's certainly a step up from yours... Care to honor me with a drink?”

“That same upscale spot from last time?”

“Exactly.”

Elara nodded, fully expecting Melanie to slide into the passenger seat.

Instead, Melanie shut her down without missing a beat.

“See you there.”

Watching Melanie walk off to start her own car, Elara crossed her arms in the back of the Phantom and scoffed.

“Such a snob.”

The night deepened into an inky black.

The exclusive members-only bar was discreet and pleasantly quiet.

It was the perfect atmosphere for illicit conversations.

Elara led her straight into a private VIP suite.

Melanie remembered that during their last outing, they had sat at the bar.

Upgrading to a private room meant Elara was finally ready to play her hand, ensuring absolute privacy.

They both ordered the exact same cocktails as before.

Melanie nursed her drink in silence, waiting for the other woman to make the first move.

Sure enough, after a single sip, Elara cut straight to the chase.

“You dumped Preston... because you found out he's the head of Stellaris PharmaTech, didn't you?”

The Velvet Orchid.

While Melanie was across town, Everett happened to bump into Gavin Lockridge and Dominic Hale enjoying their own drinks.

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