Chapter 3

Alexandra hosted a flower-viewing party at her private estate.

All the most distinguished heirs and heiresses from the Betricos' elite families received invitations.

I was among those invited.

This was my first time appearing in public since calling off my engagement with Edward.

I wore a simple, understated teal dress and a single hairpin.

As soon as I stepped into the back garden, the lively scene immediately went quiet.

Everyone's eyes landed on me, full of curiosity and scorn.

"She actually has the nerve to show up?"

"After what she did to Lord Edward, she's really heartless."

I ignored their…