Chapter 16

Joseph had received a comprehensive list from Kevin on his phone prior to his arrival, detailing every event Winona was expected to attend. This evening's cocktail party was especially significant, as Winona was scheduled to attend and deliver a speech as a special guest. He raised his wrist, glancing at his watch. Two hours had already passed since the start of the cocktail party, and yet, Winona was nowhere to be seen. He even began to question the reliability of the list Kevin had provided. Having that thought in mind, he grabbed his phone and walked out to the balcony to call Kevin. When he pulled the balcony door shut, the entire venue suddenly erupted in a flurry of activity. Winona had arrived. As the host's celebrated guest, she immediately became the center of attention at the entire party. The guests crowded around her, raising their champagne flutes in salutations. She returned their greetings with a pleasant smile and a nod before allowing the attendant to lead her upst