Chapter 16 The necklace

“Are you sure you want to attend the party? After all it is only his son’s birthday.” “I know but if I don’t show up, Robert will think I am scared of him and I am not.” Claire said every word with confidence in her tone. “Okay, if you say so.” Matthew open the car door for her and Claire with her strapless black dress filled with beautiful rhinestones on the neckline shimmering under the evening lights. A slit on the side that showcase her long legs caught the paparazzi attention. Even though Robert said this party is private he does not really mean it. Robert loves attention and he will do anything to make it one the front page of New York Times or maybe Vogue. “He paid for the paparazzi.” Claire whisper to Matthew who is next to her. “Well, what do you expect from the man.” “Excuse me, miss? Can you pose for us?” Another paparazzi chime in. “Miss, can you turn to the right please?” The flashing of the camera slightly blinded Claire’s eyes. This is the first time s