Chapter 180: Melanie’s plot

“Cindy!” Melanie called out, her voice cutting through the evening calm. Cindy’s heart skipped a beat, the past colliding with the present in an unexpected confrontation. The opulent restaurant buzzed with laughter and the clinking of fine china as Cindy and Ethan navigated their way through the elegant tables. The soft glow of ambient lights cast a warm sheen over Cindy's refined features as she walked beside Ethan, her eyes sparkling with a certain quiet confidence. The air was thick with the tantalizing aroma of exquisite dishes and the low hum of discreet conversations. As they approached the exit, the grand entrance doors swung open, ushering in a whirlwind of chaos. A disheveled woman, her eyes wild with desperation, rushed in, causing a stir among the well-heeled patrons. She wore an air of desperation and determination as she hurried towards Cindy and Ethan. Cindy's brows furrowed in mild annoyance as she recognized the woman Elena’s ex husband Daniel's mistress. The a