Elena hesitated, unable to bring herself to say "Mum," but Camilla simply smiled and said warmly, "No rush, dear. Take your time. We'll wait until the ceremony. I won't keep you from your work any longer."
Before leaving, Camilla turned to Elena's coworkers with a gracious smile. "Thank you all for supporting Elena at work. I hope you'll join us at the banquet this weekend."
With Camilla Vaughn extending a personal invitation to one of the city's most exclusive social events, the entire office was both flattered and astounded. Everyone nodded eagerly, humbled by the honor.
Camilla left with the same flair she arrived, leaving behind a crowd frozen in disbelief.
After her visit, the malicious gossip surrounding Elena was officially put to rest. No longer whispered about as a possible mistress, she was now seen in a new light—recognized as the Vaughn family's chosen daughter.
"I told you Elena wasn't having an affair or anything shady."
