Chapter 136

Before Vicky could get closer, the person seemed to have sensed her presence and turned. The woman was not surprised at all and smiled at Vicky before greeting her with a soft voice. "Miss Shaw, it's Mister Hart's birthday today. Why aren't you by his side?" Displeased by the way she was addressed, Vicky deadpanned, "Why are you here, Miss Mayland?" Nikki was dressed in a light blue gown, and her features looked enchanting with makeup. "You must be curious as to how I got in without an invitation, Miss Shaw." Nikki tugged her hair behind her ear and smiled. "I'm in no position to be invited to a party like this, but I'm here...as a performer." "A performer?" "That's right." In an extravagant venue, all guests looked elegant in their splendid clothing. It was a world where Nikki did not belong. "You've been to enough parties like this, and you should know that performers are often hired for these occasions to play the violin or piano. So, I'm here to perform," she said, before s