The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback novel Chapter 70

Felicia shook her head. Ava let out a quiet sigh and dropped the subject.

Half an hour later, Felicia had just walked through her front door when her phone rang. It was Jeremy. She filled him in on everything that had happened. As she spoke, Jeremy’s tone grew serious.

“Are you sure it was Andrea who blocked Riverline Properties from buying Brightfield Digital?”

“I’m sure,” Felicia said. “I used to work with someone high up at IronGate Industries, so I asked her for help. I’ve already checked all the documents my dad’s company submitted. Everything’s fine on our end. At this point, my only option is to talk to Darin face to face. If I don’t, this deal is doomed before it even starts.”

Even if things didn’t work out, she still wanted to give it a shot.

“There’s a business reception tonight,” Jeremy said. “Darin will probably be there. If you want, I can take you. I’ll help set up a meeting so you can talk to him directly.”

Felicia didn’t hesitate. “That would be great. Thank you, Mr. Milman.”

“It’s no trouble. Just get ready, and I’ll pick you up after work.”

“Okay, I’ll be at Highfield Manor.”

“Got it.”

Felicia printed out fresh copies of all the documents, quickly tidied up, and put on some light makeup so she’d look put together. She told Ava she was going to a reception with Jeremy to try to sort out her dad’s company issues.

Ava was worried and wanted to come along. “It’s alright, Ava. I’ll be with Mr. Milman.”

Ava finally gave in. “Alright, if you’re sure.”

By six o’clock, Felicia had had dinner, and Jeremy showed up to pick her up. She grabbed her folder, got in the car, and listened as Ava reminded her to be careful.

Jeremy smiled. “Don’t worry. I’ll make sure Felicia’s alright.”

“Thank you,” Ava said.

Jeremy nodded and drove them toward the hotel.

He glanced over. “So, why does your dad want to sell the company?”

“Could we step outside and talk for a minute, Mr. Foxhall?” Jeremy asked.

Darin looked a little curious but nodded. “Of course.”

They walked out of the ballroom together.

Across the room, Andrea caught sight of them leaving. Max was still deep in conversation, but he noticed too.

“Max, excuse me for a moment,” Andrea said.

Max gave a small nod.

Andrea made her way over to the lady who had been with Darin. “Did you hear what they were talking about?”

Lisa shrugged. “Not really. Jeremy just asked to speak with Darin alone.”