The CEO’S Unplanned Heir novel (Aurelia and Leopold) novel Chapter 824

Avery tapped his long fingers twice on the tabletop, lost in thought. "Mackie visited Starfall City to scout an investment opportunity a few days ago. Marianne's dad must've caught wind of that. That's why he's been hounding her."

Marianne pouted. "That explained it. I wondered why he suddenly got it into his head to chase after Angie & Co. Investments."

Leah, who always had a strong sense of justice, indignantly said, "Karma’s a bitch. Don't worry. Aurelia despises guys who play the field and then bail. Even if he manages to contact Aurelia, she won't invest."

There was a high-society party on Friday night.

Aurelia called Lisa to hang out and have fun to take her mind off things instead of staying cooped up at home and overthinking.

Party-loving socialites, especially those born into wealth like Lisa, never missed a bash. Back in her college days, she was the life of every party.

Swaying to the melodic music, Lisa felt her depression healed for the time. "It's been ages since I've been to a party."

"I knew you'd love it. Plus, there's a jewelry auction later. If you see something you like, bid on it."

Lisa grinned. "Your postnatal yoga tips really worked wonders. After a few sessions, my belly's flatter, and my waist is slimmer."

Aurelia giggled, her eyes curling like crescents. "I've tried and tested it myself. I wouldn't recommend it if it didn’t work. Yoga's not only great for shaping up but also for balancing hormones and soothing the mind."

While they were chatting, a middle-aged man approached them. "Excuse me, ma’am. Are you President Hawthorne from Angie & Co. Investments?"

Aurelia blinked in surprise. "You are?"

The man handed her a business card. "I'm Quentin, Chairman of the Clark Group from Starfall City. Marianne's my daughter. She's working at Serenity Films as a makeup artist for your brother, Avery."

Aurelia took the card and glanced at it. Avery had casually mentioned Marianne's family when he returned from the set yesterday.

She hadn't expected Quentin to come for her in person.