Eloise's frown was deep and persistent. Once upon a time, she had been Kieran's plus-one at countless dinners, big and small. But this charity dinner wasn't just any dinner. Rumors swirled that Preston Tyler from overseas would be attending.
In Echo City, who didn't know Preston's clout? He was the top dog in a world where only the cunning survive. Having Preston on your side meant walking tall both at home and abroad.
Yet, to such an occasion, Kieran had chosen to bring Freya.
Eloise threw her glass across the room with a slam, her face a storm of emotions.
"Has he left already?"
"Ms. Harwood... Yes, he's left."
Watching Kieran leave with Freya for the charity dinner, Eloise stared at her half-done makeup in the mirror, feeling completely ridiculous.
"Ms. Harwood, do you... want to continue with your makeup?" They had started preparing Eloise early, confident that Mr. Sutton would take their young mistress to the event.
But...
"Continue," Eloise said icily. "Tonight, I must be there no matter what."
"Understood."
Meanwhile, Kieran had arrived at the Majestic Manor Hotel, gallantly opening the car door for Freya. As soon as Freya stepped out, she became the center of attention.
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