The Power of Presence

Everyone around let out a collective scoff.

"With the Sterlings in such a mess, honestly, even if Valerie tried to offer herself up as Mr. Kingsley's wife, he'd still turn her down," someone snorted.

Meanwhile, Sloane and Vaughn were standing at the entrance to the front courtyard of the Sterling family estate, hidden from view by a traditional decorative screen.

The guests gossiping had no idea t