Lily's POV

Thompson Enterprises' annual charity gala was the first major social event where I'd appear as official CEO.

"You're going to be fine." Alexander assured me while I tried on my fifth dress. "This is just networking with nice food."

"This is Miami's business elite judging whether I'm worthy of leading Richard's company." I looked at myself in the mirror. "That's terrifying."

"They already know you're worthy based on results." Alexander zipped up the dark blue dress I'd finally ...