Standing by Ethan's side, Ivy was introduced to many influential people. The air buzzed with conversation, and Ivy couldn’t help but marvel at the sheer caliber of people Ethan associated with.

Each person who greeted Ethan showed clear deference, their eyes shifting to Ivy with newfound respect when they learned she was his wife.

She knew she owed this opportunity to Ethan. Meeting such high-profile figures would be impossible without his ...