#Chapter 232: The Last Guest

Agnes I made my way through the crowded banquet hall, searching for Elijah. The room was beautifully decorated with tasteful floral arrangements and twinkling lights, lending the entire space a warm glow. Richard had clearly spared no expense for this celebration of our partnership. I finally spotted Elijah near one of the tall windows, engaged in conversation with Richard’s Beta. As I approached, his eyes found mine, and a smile spread across his face. He excused himself from the conversation and met me halfway. “There you are,” he said, reaching for two glasses of champagne from a passing server and handing one to me. “I was beginning to wonder if you’d gotten lost.” “Just running a bit behind schedule,” I replied, taking a small sip. The bubbles tickled my nose. “The dress was being difficult, but Lena helped me.” Elijah’s eyes appraised me from head to toe. “Well, whatever trouble it gave you was worth it. You look stunning.” I couldn’t help but