23 Clinton D'angelo

"They can't be the same person. The King family's heiress is a genius with many degrees and a high GPA of 7.5. I heard that she started a company on her own without using her family's connections or any funding," Jessica continued to say. She was actually testing him.

Jessica had been talking and making conversation, but Kayden wasn't responding. But when she mentioned the name Elise, his attention was suddenly on her. That meant that she was right; Kayden was thinking about Elise. Why would he think about her when he didn't care about her for three years? The more Jessica thought about it, the more worried she became.

Elise woke up the next morning, sprawled on the bed. She had a great time last night. She actually went with Mike to understand the current situation and financial trends in Massachusetts. A human who had lived in the city for decades could give her information better than the internet.

She rose early, washed up, and got dressed before she headed downstairs to eat her breakfast. Penelope had made some waffles and milk.

"Where are you going so fast? You haven't eaten yet,"

"Just pack it up. I'm going to my new office and the old one I set up last time. Time to get to work,"

At the office, Elise discussed her new plans with a few of her high-level employees. She held meetings and familiarized herself with the company, staff, and employees.

"Miss, you want to open a brand on skincare and cosmetics? Clothes and jewelry? There's a lot of competition," One manager said.

"I know. But I like competition. It makes me do my best and strive harder," Elise said.

"I hope you don't become dejected once you lose or fall through," Penelope snorted teasingly.

"There's a charity event this afternoon. You'll get to make connections and an appearance. The people you might meet there can give you opportunities. I'm sure you know to grab them. There are many more projects that you can work on," Ellison handed her a thick file.

"Do I have to attend many parties?" Elise groaned. She wasn't used to wearing high heels, and so her feet might hurt the entire time at the charity.

"It's like that if you're new to the business world, which you're not, but you came late. Bear with it. I'll reward you when you're back," Ellison coaxed her, patting her head.

By reward, he meant that he would cook her favorite food for her. Elise sighed in bliss. She had a total of four brothers who would dote on her because she was the youngest and only female in their generation. For years, the King family didn't have any daughters no matter how much they tried to get one.

Elise happened to be born female and thus she was doted on by everyone. Even her uncles and their wives doted on her. Well, that's what she got when the whole family had males.

Now that she was back and had taken back her business empire, she could enjoy her brothers' endless doting and pampering.

.......

At the charity event.

Elise arrived there and walked into the hall with Penelope by her side. As soon as she stepped foot into the building, her eyes met with Jessica's.

"Good morning, Elise," Jessica said politely, approaching her.

However, she was ignored by Elise. Elise already understood her true colors. Therefore, she didn't waste time greeting her. What kind of woman would still pretend to be innocent when she fucked another woman's husband next door in the same house?

Jessica wasn't used to getting snubbed. People were always praising her for her beauty and gentleness. She liked to hear them compare her to Elise, who was known as the ugly, plain wife.

Elise was about to walk to the other side when her eyes saw something. Her damned in-laws were at the charity event too. Did Kayden bring his whole family here?

Actually, Amanda and Maria wanted to go by themselves. These two wouldn't miss out on the chance to show off their wealth and parade in front of the media. Maria had aspirations to become a celebrity and an icon in the States. Therefore, she needed to make connections.

Her mood dropped when she witnessed Elise.

This was Elise's first time joining a charity event after more than ten years. She could not resist feeling nervous and anxious as she would be in front of the spotlight after so many years. Elise took a deep breath.

"Let's go. Don't be nervous. You got me, okay?" Penelope laughed to ease the tension.

"Yeah,"

The two ladies walked in, dressed in long exquisite evening gowns. The moment they walked in, countless flashlights shone, with journalists scrambling to interview these socialites and big shots. But Elise and Penelope strode off fast before they had a chance to.

People were stunned and curious as to who these women were.

When Elise walked into the charity hall, she looked like a fairy who had woken up and accidentally stumbled into a human world. Everyone turned and looked at her. At that same time, her gaze connected with Kayden's.

Huh, just how bad was her luck?

Why were Kayden and Jessica everywhere? It seemed like God was playing the fool with her fate.

Everyone recognized Penelope Lark but not Elise.

"Who's that beauty with Miss Lark?"

Jessica eyed Penelope Lark and Elise, anger and jealousy burning beneath her gentle eyes. Previously, she had tried to get close to the Larks, but it was impossible. The Larks ignored her and treated her as insignificant. So how did a nobody like Elise manage to meet with Penelope? Was this all possible because of Ellison King?

A man suddenly came into Elise's view. He didn't shy away from looking at her from head to toe in what others might call an ambiguous stare.

"Mr. D'Angelo," Elise greeted with a smile.

Clinton D'Angelo was one of Ellison's business partners. The two had seen each other before, but it was many years ago. He was known for being a romantic man with a sexy Italian accent. He was handsome, tanned, and had tattoos peeking out from underneath his collar. Many people suspected that he had something to do with the Mafia.

"Miss King," he took her hand and kissed it, and Kayden happened to witness this scene.