Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon novel Chapter 150

His deep, mesmerizing eyes were just inches from hers, and the warmth of his breath brushed softly across her cheek.

Effie’s heart skipped a beat, her face flushing hot. “I… I was only joking…”

Lyman let out a low chuckle and brushed her lips with a gentle kiss. “Mrs. Etheridge, you’d better remember—”

His voice grew quiet, laced with a dangerous edge. “From now on, there’s only room in your heart for me.”

Effie, her cheeks still burning, pushed him away. “Come on, just drive already!”

Honestly, he could be so childish sometimes!

……

The reunion was set to begin.

Magee, their class president back in university, had arranged for everyone to meet for dinner at a five-star hotel.

Their class had always been filled with high achievers; many had gone on to impressive careers, so a fancy venue seemed only fitting.

Effie and Nita arrived together, and only then did Effie realize the dinner was being held at a hotel owned by The Etheridge Group.

She’d been here before—and if she recalled correctly, Lyman had a business engagement tonight at this very hotel as well.

He’d mentioned it that morning before she left, but she hadn’t given it much thought.

When Nita saw Effie’s outfit, she grinned and gave her a thumbs-up.

No doubt about it—Effie was going to turn heads tonight.

She wore the elegant beige dress she’d bought a few days ago. It was simple but refined, paired perfectly with a delicate silver necklace that made her fair skin glow and enhanced her graceful poise.

Her softly curled hair fell naturally over her shoulders, giving her an air of effortless charm—gentle, yet confident.

Nita looped her arm through Effie’s and teased, “Effie, you look absolutely stunning tonight! I guarantee you’ll be the star of the show.”