As expected, Patrick's expression instantly darkened when Emily brought that up.He questioned, "Vivi, are you seeing Lucius?"Emily continued, "I've heard people discuss it. You appear to be quite close to him. Everyone in your office knows, yet you've hidden it from us. Are you worried that Dad ma
With that, Violet turned and left.Patrick's eyes twitched noticeably. At that point, he learned how badly he had injured Violet."Vivi," he murmured softly, wanting to follow her.Belle rebuked him, "Why are you chasing after her? She doesn't want this family or you. What's the point in bringing he
"Lucius...was looking for me?" Violet asked.Violet struggled to believe it. He had seemed so resolute in leaving her behind."Yes, he was. He waited at our place for updates from his team. When he didn't hear anything, he likely went looking for you himself. You must have missed him on your way bac
Violet was gripped by this overwhelming anguish. She clutched at her chest in misery and was unable to move. Others around her started to take notice, their glances a mixture of sarcasm and sympathy."Sometimes, the pain of being replaced is worse than the hurt of never having a chance," someone rem
In a fit of irritation, Lucius stayed true to the 'out of sight, out of mind' philosophy. He carelessly flung his phone away.He inwardly cursed Violet. He was frustrated that she hadn't called even once in a month. If she preferred Oliver, he thought bitterly, he would let her have her way.He had
Violet was so astonished that her jaw dropped, doubting she was seeing things. The entire crowd shared a similar reaction, too stunned to notice Violet's discomfort."M...Mr. Davis," Estelle managed to say, her voice trembling with the obvious surprise.George discreetly moved aside, making way for
"Perhaps he came for you," someone suggested, elbowing Estelle playfully. "Remember, Mr. Davis asked you to dance last time."Estelle's cheeks reddened."He didn't even speak to me tonight," she admitted."Maybe…"Everyone's focus then went subtly toward Violet, and they thought about Lucius's ambig
She gushed, "I'm so thrilled about our upcoming wedding! Your dad says we're going to have a big celebration. Imagine that the whole world will know about it! I'm nervous, though. I just hope I don't do anything to embarrass you.""Don't worry, silly," Oliver's voice, which was always warm, reassure