She Finally Finds Out

At the Fairbank’s.

Evelyn was all dressed up today too, wearing a haute couture light purple evening gown, her noble and mysterious demeanor shining through. She held Thane's hand, navigating through the crowd, greeting the guests with a smile, fully embodying the role of a hostess.

Thane was quite pleased. Evelyn was stunningly beautiful and eloquent, making her a great companion to show off. He planned to speak to his grandfather again—marrying Evelyn seemed like a good idea, especially since she was the only Pendleton left. Marrying her would be like inheriting the entire Pendleton fortune—a sure win.

During a quiet moment, Evelyn found Elowen and asked, “Elowen, why hasn’t Heath arrived yet?”

Elowen chuckled awkwardly, “Sorry, Evelyn, he’s too busy to make it…”

Just as Elowen finished speaking, a commotion at the door erupted. Evelyn grabbed Elowen's hand, “Come on, let’s go see what's happening.”

They approached the door, where many guests were buzzing about the two Maybachs that