No Escape From the Ex-husband by Summer Winters
Chapter 57

Chapter 0057 

It gave her the air of a 19th–century aristocrat–a mature look that concealed her age. 

Though she kept the accessories to a minimum, Olivia still managed to create a work of art. 

“Not all black creatures that fly can dance in the daylight. You’ll be a swan and not a crow or a bat,” Olivia praised Samantha. 

She was just appreciating her own creation. 

Samantha looked at Olivia’s reflection in the mirror. 

The woman’s identity intrigued her. Maybe she could get some information about Kendrick through Olivia. 

After all, knowing one’s enemy is the key to victory. 

“Thank you, but I still don’t know where Mr. Ford is taking me for this social event. It doesn’t look like a simple dinner.” 

“You’ll find out when he arrives,” Olivia replied as she cast a meaningful glance toward the nearby entrance. 

Kendrick appeared. He was dressed in a well–tailored suit, his short bangs pulled neatly over his forehead. 

He exuded confidence, holding a champagne glass and seemingly assessing 

Samantha. 

Olivia, perceptive as ever, made a graceful exit. A person of insight would know 

when to observe from a distance. 

“Standing together might give others the impression that you brought an aunt,” 

Samantha remarked as she twirled in front of the mirror. 

Judging from her silhouette alone, many might think she was several years older 

than Kendrick. 

After all, Kendrick looked remarkably young. 

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“This will do. Let’s go.” 

This time, Kendrick didn’t lift her up. Instead, he gestured for her to get in the car. 

Sitting in the back, Samantha watched the scenery outside and showed no intention of pretending to sleep. 

As they arrived at the venue–a top–tier hotel in the city–they saw numerous upper- class individuals entering. 

The debris on the ground indicated that the hotel had recently held its opening ceremony. 

Samantha found it unusual for a recently opened hotel to host such a large event. 

Kendrick opened the car door for Samantha and raised his arm slightly. 

Samantha, unaware of the situation, nonchalantly linked arms with him anyway. 

She wanted Kendrick to know that she was still upset about his rude behavior last night. 

Kendrick could only maintain a pulling motion to get her out of the car. At the banquet, Kendrick’s acquaintances cast astonished glances in their direction. 

It was the second time in a row that Kendrick had the same woman as his date at an event. She attracted the attention of many wealthy ladies. 

Aside from Linda, this woman could potentially become the new Mrs. Ford. 

Samantha kept her head down and offered a faint smile. Her seductive, half- concealed gaze drew the attention of many men. 

Kendrick’s expression darkened. 

It was reminiscent of the time Samantha had captured men’s attention by pole dancing. It annoyed him. 

Samantha was oblivious to Kendrick’s thoughts. Unexpectedly, she spotted a familiar figure. 

But Kendrick leaned close to her ear and whispered, “You’re my companion now. 

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Lift your head.” 

“Wouldn’t this show more of your charming allure, Mr. Ford?” Samantha replied nonchalantly, turning her face away. 

“Lift your head.” 

Kendrick’s words were assertive and accompanied by a slight pain in Samantha’s 

arm. 

Samantha snorted. She realized Kendrick was showing his true colors. 

All of this was being watched by a man not far away. He gracefully excused himself from the lady at his side and made his way through the crowd to Kendrick. 

“Mr. Ford, I didn’t expect you to attend our opening ceremony.” 

Francis raised his glass with a beaming smile. He kept his eyes off Samantha. 

Samantha stared at Francis. Her face was plastered with surprise. 

She hadn’t expected that Francis owned this upscale hotel. 

But on second thought, he seemed to have the means to do so, with his flashy red Ferrari or the eight million he had won in a gamble. 

She had underestimated Francis, thinking of him only as a youthful and playful individual. 

“Congratulations, Mr. Simmons.” Kendrick raised his glass in a gesture of respect. 

The two took it as a greeting. Kendrick’s gaze soon landed on a nearby businessman. 

Samantha looked at Francis and gave him a knowing look. Francis was quick to redirect Kendrick’s attention. 

“Mr. Ford, I’ll be on my way. Enjoy yourself.” 

As Francis walked away, he winked at Samantha. 

Kendrick nodded, pretending to acknowledge his words. 

Samantha, on the other hand, broke free of Kendrick’s grasp and whispered, “Go on. 

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Samantha was well aware that the businessman nearby had something that Kendrick wanted. It was possibly enough to make up for what Conrad had taken from him. 

Kendrick gave Samantha a glance, then whispered, “Wait here for me.” 

Men in talks usually brought their closest companions. Samantha clearly didn’t fit that description. 

She had no intention of heeding Kendrick’s words either. 

She walked to where Francis had gone. 

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