Chapter 20

Upon recalling the mysterious phone call, Howard's only unease was regarding the person who had provided the lavish dress for Zoey. "I wonder who has taken such an interest in Zoey to make such a grand gesture." Displaying a degree of insight, Mabel analyzed, "It must be someone of tremendous influence. Is it necessary to be so mysterious? They could simply eliminate that useless Cyrus and take Zoey themselves. We wouldn't have much to fear if it were an ordinary wealthy person." "Could it be the Lynch family?" "Do you think the Lynch family is blind? Zoey isn't even that pure anymore." Howard found his sister's analysis reasonable and suggested, "During the gift presentation later, let's embarrass them in front of everyone." "Cyrus can go up, but with Zoey in that dress, it might overshadow Phoebe," Mabel expressed concern. "Sean just informed me that he'll be greeting Cyrus and his family himself. Now, let's dampen that useless guy's spirits. Do you really think they can affor