Chapter- [ 128 ]

[ Adeline ]

I glanced at my wrist watch for the fifth time. I got dressed in a red dress with matching ruby set and bracelet and intense make-up to make a domineering presence among the rich circle who will judge me after today’s events. I was nervous but prepared to face the cruel side of the world I am living in.

The honk of Xavier’s car pulled me out of my thoughts. Luckily, Lisa took Mom to church for her evening prayer. I was saved but facing Xavier was a totally different case. He didn’t contact me since the controversy happened and I really dreaded his reaction because I was sure that Emily might have twisted the fact.

My eyes were darted on the front door when he walked inside in his full glory. He looked devilishly handsome in a burgundy coloured suit. His eyes locked with mine and for a moment, I forgot to breathe.

His gaze pierced through my soul. He could read me like an open book.

“You’re looking ravishing in red, Mrs. Linwood.” He complimented me in a husky tone as his s