The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback (Felicia and Max) novel Chapter 78

Colton was working around the clock, determined to have everything sorted before New Year’s Day. The wedding banquet was set to go on as planned, and all the arrangements were left to Ava, who was juggling a hundred things at once. Everyone seemed to be running on empty. Felicia was the only one with time to spare. The weather had been perfect lately, so she stretched out on a rocking chair on the balcony, letting the sunlight warm her while she read picture books aloud to the baby growing inside her. The little kid was getting rowdier every day, like she couldn’t wait to meet the world.

Since leaving the hospital, only Luke had stopped by to see her. Miranda called once, just to check in, and when she found out Felicia was staying at her parents’ house, she didn’t say much. It was obvious Miranda didn’t want to waste any more words. She’d warned Felicia enough times.

The day before New Year’s, Felicia got a call from the old Hawthorne estate, asking her to come by the next day.

She told John, “Please let Mrs. Hawthorne and the others know I can’t make it tomorrow. I have family matters to handle.”

In the past, every holiday, Colton and Ava would carefully pick out gifts for the Hawthornes, even though everyone knew they were looked down on. At least they wanted to get the etiquette right. But this year, after BlueMarble Investments had messed with the Greenwell Clinical deal, Felicia couldn’t help feeling bitter. Max had already filed for divorce, so why keep putting themselves out there just to get snubbed? Even if they got an invite, everyone would just think they were pushing their luck. Felicia definitely wasn’t about to mention any of this to Max.

John didn’t ask any questions. “Understood. I’ll let them know. Please take care of yourself, Mrs. Hawthrone.”

“I will,” Felicia said, then hung up.

John passed the message to Miranda. Brysen was right there, and when he heard, his face clouded over. He grumbled, “She sure thinks highly of herself.”

Miranda didn’t look happy either. “Never mind. Let her do what she wants.”

When New Year’s Day arrived, the weather was beautiful. The Grand Hotel was packed with all kinds of celebrations. Colton and Ava’s banquet was on the third floor. Felicia watched as Ava slipped into a fitted red dress, instantly catching everyone’s eye. Ava had always kept herself in great shape. Most days she didn’t even bother with makeup, but her features were striking on their own. The makeup artist had played up her natural beauty, bringing out a classic, old-school glamour that made her look like a movie star. No wonder Greg turned out so handsome.

“Ava, you look amazing today,” Felicia said, her eyes shining.

Ava couldn’t help but smile, happiness written all over her face.

Just then, someone knocked at the door.

“Come in,” Felicia called.

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