Beyond the Bond

When Valerie came out with the other guests, Sloane was still standing there, looking distracted, as if lost in her own world.

Someone teased, "Ms. Sterling and Mr. Kingsley really do seem close. His car's already gone, but Ms. Sterling doesn't want to leave yet."

Another guest laughed, "Looks like the Sterling and Kingsley families are about to get even closer, all thanks to Ms. Sterling and Mr.