You Looked Down on Me Once, Now You Look Up. novel Chapter 105

Riverdale’s guest list was packed—everyone who was anyone had gotten an invite. Most people shrugged it off as just another private jewelry show.

“If you don’t want to go, then don’t,” Tina called out from the living room as Ruby came down the stairs.

Ruby straightened the silk scarf around her neck. “Did you forget? We’re the event planners. We can’t exactly skip out.”

Tina frowned at that, but her tone stayed light. “Mom, we don’t have to act like we’re under siege. Patricia’s back, fine, but it’s not like she can do anything to us.”

Kill them? Hardly. But having a wolf living next door was enough to make anyone sleep with one eye open.

Ruby took a sip of water, glancing at the housekeeper nearby. She waited until the woman quietly slipped away before lowering her voice. “Honestly, we’re not the only ones who want Patricia out of the picture. All we have to do is watch—and wait.”

“You mean the Newton family?” Tina arched a brow.

The Newtons had taken a beating from Patricia. If anyone wanted her gone more than they did, it was definitely them.

“For now, don’t get involved,” Ruby said, her voice steady. “When the Newtons come knocking, we’ll be ready.” She made sure Tina understood, hinting she should let Emerson in on the plan too. If everything went right, Patricia could be her way into becoming Mrs. Newton.

But it would take patience, not recklessness.

“That’s my daughter,” Tina said, a sly smile tugging at her lips. Using someone else’s hand to deal the blow—perfect.

At seven sharp, Ruby arrived at the exhibition hall. Her team was already busy, managing the flow of guests.

She scanned the crowd and realized every Riverdale VIP was here. The women wore dramatic makeup and elegant dresses; the men were all crisp suits and confidence. Ruby, in her sleek black skirt suit, looked every bit the pro, but compared to everyone else, she felt more like staff than a guest.

“Ruby, this whole exhibition was your idea? You’re incredible!” Wendy caught sight of her and rushed over, linking arms and giving her a playful shake.

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