1 week later came Baycrest's annual technology and investment reception.
Alex and I attended a public event as husband and wife for the first time.
The news had long since spread through our circle. When we entered, half the ballroom turned to look.
Alex asked quietly, "Any regrets?"
"About what?"
"Marrying the most hated man in the industry."
I glanced at him.
"At least you're self-aware."
He laughed.
We'd barely reached the main hall when Richard came up to us.
Two executives from his business partners stood beside him. They'd clearly been waiting for us.
"Elena."
Holding his wineglass, he deliberately raised his voice. "Now that you've latched onto the Vaughn family, have you forgotten basic manners?"
The people around us quickly fell silent.
Before I could answer, he went
