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    Elliana moved toward the food counter to pick her meal, leaving the tension behind. Lance turned to Cole. “Cole, her appearance ispletely unfit for a professional setting. Why did you bring her here?”


    Cole shot him a cold re. “Do I need you to tell me how to handle my own business?”


    Lance fell silent instantly. He had noeback.


    Cole walked off without another word and joined Elliana at the counter.


    Despite her dramatic makeup, Elliana’s gentle, friendly manner stood out. She chatted easily with the cafeteria staff, with no trace of arrogance. Her presence gradually lightened the atmosphere. Once she and Cole sat down at a nearby table with their meals, whispers began to float among the employees.


    “Our CEO’s wife is really something, huh?”


    “Yeah, she’s so easygoing. I was tense for nothing.”


    “She may not be the ssic beauty type, but she’s impressive. I heard she’s that famous designer—Rosa.”


    “No wonder Mr. Evans dotes on her. He must really admire her talent.”


    Elliana had no idea they were speaking kindly of her. As she ate with Cole, she noticed Lance sitting not far off, asionally throwing her a re. Amused, she smiled faintly, curious about what Lance intended to say to her.


    As they neared the end of their meal, Elliana leaned closer and said, “Coley, go ahead and head back to your office. I want to take a short walk around.”


    “Want me toe with you?” he offered.


    She quickly shook her head. “No need. Can’t you see how everyone stiffens up when you’re around?”


    Cole let out a small chuckle. “Then how about I send Myles with you?”


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    She shook her head again. “I just want a moment alone. Don’t worry, I’ll be back soon. Let’s nap togetherter.”


    Cole nodded and left.


    As soon as she was alone, Lance stormed over, his face dark. He sat across from her, full of spite. “Elliana, who do you think you are, walking around like you belong? You really think you fit in at the Evans Group?”


    Elliana replied coolly, “Why wouldn’t I? I married Cole in a ceremony arranged by your grandfather, flew in on a private jet, and became Mrs. Evans fair and square. If you have a problem with that, take it up with them. Don’te here looking for drama.”


    Lance clenched his jaw, at a loss for words for a moment. Then, he barked, “Why do you always have to cause trouble for Trinity?”


    Elliana stayedposed. “You mean yesterday’s engagement party?”


    “You know exactly what I mean!” Lance snapped. “You could’ve handled him quietly. But no—you had to ruin the whole engagement celebration. You’re just jealous of Trinity. Her background, her aplishments. You wanted to shame her and embarrass the Craig family!”


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