Chapter 206

Dixie hesitated briefly but quickly recovered, saying smoothly, "Of course. Ms. York, Ms. Stuart, please come with me. The founder of our company and a few directors are waiting over there." A mocking voice cut through the air. "Oh, so she's not Mrs. Linden anymore? That was quick. Not long ago, she was bragging everywhere that she was the real Mrs. Linden." I turned, my gaze sharpening. Jocelyn, dressed in a loose-fitting dress, was protectively cradling her belly, her arm linked with Elijah's. The one making the sneering remark was none other than Evelyn. Evelyn hovered next to Jocelyn, her eyes glancing at me with an amused glint. When Jocelyn noticed me, her eyes briefly widened before she nestled closer to Elijah with a delicate, almost frail air. "Elijah," she said sweetly, "why didn't you tell me Ms. York would be here?" Elijah, clearly not expecting me, frowned. "What are you doing here?" I raised an eyebrow, matching his tone. "And why are you here? This brand showcase