However Chloe didn't say a word. She just kept her eyes on Valentina, not even blinking. Her whole body was still, but her mind was sharp—waiting. Waiting for that dress. The diamond one. The infamous Solstice Whisper. Everyone knew it. Everyone wanted it. Only three women in the entire country had ever worn it. And now, it was about to be brought out for Valentina?
Chloe didn't believe it. But she wasn't going to stop the show—not yet.
She leaned back quietly, pretending to sip her wine, though her fingers were tight around the glass. She was watching, planning.
However beside her, Victoria stayed silent. She hadn't said anything since they arrived. She wasn't even pretending to be part of it anymore. She just stood there like she didn't want to be seen.
After about ten minutes, the boutique stayed quiet. The dress hadn't come out yet.
At that moment Victoria shifted slightly, then leaned toward Chloe and whispered, "Let's go."
