"I apologize for being direct, but I was more surprised to find out that you divorced because of your cousin."
Elisa pursed her lips.
It was likely difficult for bystanders to understand how important Linda was to Gareth.
Elisa would not let herself be bothered by what Nicole said. After all, she did not care about Gareth. Thus, Nicole's words could not hurt her.
Then, Elisa smiled and did not say anything.
Nicole looked at Elisa with a hint of surprise. Elisa was completely different from what she imagined.
After pausing briefly, Nicole said with a smile, "I hope you're not my rival."
Elisa nodded nonchalantly. "Don't worry. I've had enough of hitting against the wall. Thus, I have no desire to humiliate myself again. If you think a little more, you'll understand why he brought me to this banquet and appeared before everyone."
Nicole has power and various means at her disposal. Thus, it was likely that she knew Gareth's reason for coming here. She probably even knew about the Wickam family's present situation.
Therefore, Elisa believed she did not need to reveal anything. Nicole should already know.
As expected, Nicole nodded. "I hope you keep to your words."
Everyone thought Elisa and Nicole would be enemies. Yet, they appeared to get along fine. No one could find any trace of animosity between them.
Many people were looking at them, hoping to catch something to gossip about.
But they were disappointed.
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