Anthony didn't really pay much mind to Alex.
The necklace had served as a way to provoke Julian and test a theory. And judging by the dark cloud that had hovered over Julian all evening, Sierra had been right. Julian harboured feelings for Alexandra Thompson.
Earlier when he had arrived, only a few people acknowledged him. But when Julian had turned up, he was swarmed by admirers the moment he stepped into the room. The way everyone gravitated Julian had irritated him deeply.
So, returning the favour brought him so much joy.
When he spotted Alex re-entering the hall, Anthony casually positioned himself near her path, expecting her to approach him and strike up a conversation. If truly she was the gold-digger Sierra claimed, she'd latch onto him in a heartbeat, especially after receiving a ten-million-dollar necklace.
But instead, she breezed past him like he didn't exist.
No pause. No thank you. Not even a glance.
He was stunned.
