Chapter 484

As twilight deepened into night, the gala was hosted at the Nichols family's old house.

Melody was against Juan engaging Shelia, but Juan, being the decision-maker, had the event implemented.

Outside, Debra sat in her car, watching as a parade of luxury vehicles rolled up, each more opulent than the last. She had once dealt a crushing blow to the Nichols family when she established the McKinney Group, yet their web of influence remained firmly in Juan's grasp.

Her past leniency had allowed the Nichols Group to rise again within a few months.

"Madam, we've arrived," Ben prompted.

Stepping out of the car, Debra was greeted by a familiar, albeit unwelcome, voice. "Well, if it isn't Debra."

She turned to see Eve and Ashley emerging from their lavish ride. Eve was draped in a silver lace gown that clung to her curves, diamonds shimmering like stars against the night. She was a vision of extravagance, while Ashley, in a sweet pink sheath dress, seemed almost demure by comparison.

Debr