At three o'clock that afternoon, Ethan took Stella to Vanessa's charity gala.
The event was held at a farm on the outskirts of the city. It was a fitting venue. After all, a charity fundraiser dripping with luxury from the start would've defeated the purpose.
'She really knows how to work the crowd.'
Vanessa understood exactly what the public wanted to see.
When they arrived, Ethan handed the invitation to the staff at the entrance.
"Welcome, Mr. Reid."
The staff member greeted him with a bright smile. But when his eyes landed on the heavily made-up woman beside him, a flicker of surprise flashed across their face.
Stella noticed every sideways glance thrown her way. Most of them were anything but friendly.
Oddly enough, she didn't mind.
"Aren't you in a good mood?" Ethan asked qu
