The Prison-Made Queen novel Chapter 164

Reese was just about to speak when Dante suddenly clapped his hands, his booming voice interrupting the entire room.

"Alright! Just a small misunderstanding, don't take it to heart! Come on, let's cut the cake!"

The party was more than halfway through. Guests gathered in small groups, chatting and laughing amidst the clinking of glasses.

Leilani's gaze inadvertently swept over the banquet hall entrance. Callahan's figure still hadn't appeared. She lowered her lashes, her fingertips gently rubbing the rim of her wine glass, a vague sense of loss rising in her heart.

"Leilani, don't just stand there, come have some cake!" Dante beckoned her with a cheerful smile, holding a piece of exquisite cream cake.

Leilani snapped out of it, smiling as she accepted it. "Thank you."

Dante patted her shoulder and lowered his voice. "Don't mind those rumors. I believe in you!"

Leilani felt a warmth in her heart and nodded.

After a few glasses of wine, both Leilani and Judie were slightly tipsy.

"Let's go, let's get some fresh air!" Judie took her hand, grinning as they walked toward the garden. The night breeze was cool, the scent of flowers floated in the air, and moonlight spilled onto the stone path, casting two long shadows.

Leilani took a deep breath, her tense nerves finally relaxing. She took out her phone and finally saw the unread message on the screen.

[Are you free later tonight? I'd like to take you to dinner. There are things we need to discuss.]

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