Chapter 13 - THE HAMPTONS CHARITY AUCTION
By late July, the annual Hamptons Summer Gala attracted the wealthiest families from New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
Held under a grand white pavilion overlooking the ocean, the event raised millions for children's hospitals across the East Coast.
Maya arrived wearing a stunning emerald green silk evening gown, her dark brown hair styled in elegant Hollywood waves.
Beside her, Julian looked breathtakingly handsome in a navy blue tuxedo, holding her hand with quiet, proud devotion.
Whispers swept through the elite crowd as high-society guests recognized Maya as the newly reinstated heiress of Vance Enterprises.
"Look at her," a prominent Wall Street socialite murmured admiringly. "She survived their worst attacks and came out stronger."
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Victoria Montgomery, who had managed to stay out of jail on a temporary medical bond, stood near the champagne fountain.
Victoria glared at Maya with pure venom, holding a glass of vintage wine with trembling, manicured hands.
