Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James) novel Chapter 10

"Wait a minute."

Sophie stepped forward, picking up the roses scattered on the ground. She noticed that these roses were carefully pruned to remove the thorns and were very rare.

"Mrs. Burke, this old man has ruined the flowers Mr. Lennon prepared for everyone, and he disturbed the gathering. I'll have someone escort him out right now."

"If it was an accident, then perhaps the gentleman could prepare a new batch of flowers," Sophie said, "Since Mr. Lennon specially brought these roses, it would be a shame to use them only for display. Why not let each lady present take one to appreciate his gesture?"

The crowd nodded in agreement, and the manager tactfully gestured to the elderly gardener to step aside.

James approached Sophie, his voice low, "I didn't expect you to stir up the atmosphere like this."

Sophie shrugged, "Just trying to please Mr. Lennon."

Outside the event, Nichole stepped out of a taxi, her elegant black evening gown catching the light. As soon as she exited the vehicle, she felt the curious stares of those around her.

Nichole didn't dwell on it, her mind set on entering the club.

The doorman examined Nichole up and down, then glanced at the departing taxi. "Miss, do you have an invitation?"

Caught off guard, Nichole hesitated. She wasn't aware of any invitation requirement. Previously, when she accompanied James, she had come and gone freely. This was the first time she was stopped outside.

"I'm sorry, Miss, but you cannot enter without an invitation."