“Ms. Sophie, Reece has already agreed to it.” Tricia reported, as Sophie nced at her phone and


    said, “I already know.”


    On the phone screen, Reece had sent a message (Leave it to me]


    Tricia was somewhat puzzled, not understanding the meaning behind Reece’s words, but then she


    remembered something more important and said, “Burke Intemational has sent an invitation, asking the


    executives of Russell Entertainment to attend the dinner hosted by both the Burke and Russell families


    tomorrow night.”


    Sophie was unimpressed “Let me see the invitation.”


    Tricia sent the invitation to Sophie


    Sophie nced at the electronic invitation and saw that James had indeed personally distributed it.


    “Who’s invited?”


    “All the executives of Russell Entertainment, the top management of Burke Entertainment, and the


    media.”


    Hearing the word ‘media Sophie just scoffed.


    James‘ favorite tactic was to manipte public opinion. With the media invited to this dinner, wasn’t


    James‘ intention as clear as day?


    Tricia hesitated before saying, “Ms. Sophie, maybe you shouldn’t go.”


    “No, if he so wishes for me to attend, then I shall give him that honor.


    “But, the public opinion


    Everyone knew that Sophie and James were in the process of getting a divorce. If they were seen


    together at this time, it might stir up a significant media frenzy.


    “If he wants to create a spectacle, then we shall give him


    one, just not the kind he wishes for.”


    for.” A faint smile


    smile appeared on Sophie’s face.


    The expression on Tricia’s face shifted, as if a piece of a puzzle had just clicked into ce. “Yes, I’ll get


    on it.”


    As the evening darkened, Sophie changed into a gilded evening gown, radiating the charm of a mature


    woman.


    Reece came to pick up Sophie. He had seen her dressed up before, but still was amazed at this side of


    her.


    “Do I look good?” Sophie stretched out her arms and twirled in front of Reece


    Reece smiled slightly. “You look stunning.”


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    Since it was a dinner hosted by the Russell and Burke families, Reece dressed more formally in a suit


    that made him appear like a


    prince charming


    Reece, ever the gentleman, opened the car door for Sophie. Sophie sat in the back, and Reece took


    the seat beside her.


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    Reece said, “I know what you want to do, so don’t worry, Ill help you.


    Looking at Reece sitting beside her, Sophie noticed the added maturity on his face. It was different


    from the first time they met. He was no longer the fresh graduate struggling to find his way


    She couldn’t help but think of herst life, where Reece, overlooked by Russell Enterprises and hidden


    away, struggled for years before finally making a name for himself. Her heart ached.


    In her past life, she focused solely on pursuing her love and finding someone to lean on. She had left


    the burden of the Russell family on others, leading to their downfall and causing them to lose


    everything.


    This time, she vowed not to make the same mistakes nor to let those around her repeat them.


    She owed Reece, and in this life, she intended to make it right.


    “Why are you looking at me like that?” Reece noticed Sophie’s gaze.