Chapter 280

“No wonder Theodore Chambers said he’d win Victoria Ellis back. I mean, look at her—if she were my ex, I wouldn’t be able to let go either.” Victoria had purposely picked a modest white gown to keep things low-key, but clearly, that plan backfired. From the moment she and Theodore walked into the ballroom, all eyes had locked onto them. Instantly, they became the stars of the night. Some whispered that they were a perfect match — rich, good-looking, like a couple straight out of a romance flick. Others sighed, thinking it was a shame Theodore was still hung up on her. And there were even more eyeing Victoria, feeling it was a waste she was already “taken.” Basically, the two of them were surrounded by people secretly or openly admiring them. Theodore picked up on those stares, and his mood soured. With a subtle glance, he signaled Victoria to take his arm. She looked at him, saw his poker face, and instantly got it—someone was jealous. A corner of her mouth twitched, half amused, half