Joseph took Grace's hand, preparing to escort her onto the stage.
The moment they rose, all eyes turned toward them—until Gordon descended from the platform, walking steadily along the crimson carpet toward the entrance.
Every gaze followed his figure until he stopped squarely before Tracy.
Tracy stared at the sudden attention. What was happening? Wasn't today supposed to be Gordon and Grace's engagement party? Why was he standing in front of her?
Joseph maintained his composure, though his eyes narrowed at Gordon's broad, retreating back. Even the set of his shoulders radiated that trademark Hayworth arrogance.
Not once had Gordon's attention drifted toward Grace since the event began.
A suffocating tension thickened around the Law family.
"My fiancée," Gordon announced, his voice
