Chapter 1053

Chapter 1053 Friends The banquet was held to celebrate the Hansen Group’s success in securing a multinational mega–project, so those attending were not just people from New York but also influential figures from all over the country.

As a result, newcomers like Hayden from a newly established company seemed rather inconspicuous amidst the crowd.

Nonetheless, Hayden tried his best to maintain a smile, greeted many people, and attempted to network, hoping it would benefit his company’s development.

What he didn’t expect was to see Maura at the party.

Maura looked stunning in her fishtail dress, with her long curly hair swaying elegantly as she walked.

She was engaged in a conversation with someone when she suddenly looked up and locked eyes with Hayden.

Seeing her, Hayden nodded in acknowledgment.

After all, they were once engaged.

As long as Maura didn’t become too stubborn, Hayden Chapter 1053 Friends believed they could still be friends.

However, he didn’t anticipate that Maura would approach him.

and clink glasses with him.

“Long time no see, Hayden.”

“Yeah, it’s been a while,” Hayden replied with minimal expression.

Maura smiled enchantingly, “We couldn’t get married, so we can’t even be friends?”

Her radiant smile seemed to indicate that she had moved on from their previous failed relationship.

Seeing her like this, Hayden felt relieved.

So, naturally, they ended up chatting on the terrace of the banquet hall.

“How have you been lately?”

“Not bad. My parents wanted me to take over part of the family business, probably hoping I’d become a successful woman.”

With just one casual question, Maura started talking non–stop as if she wanted to share all the recent details of her life with Chapter 1053 Friends Hayden, like confiding in an old friend.

Hayden felt the urge to distance himself from Maura, yet he couldn’t bear to do so.

“My parents have been arranging blind dates for me lately, and I’m constantly juggling different suitors. It’s really exhausting...”

Maura spoke, her eyes suddenly welling up with tears.

Hayden was about to offer her a tissue, but Maura suddenly threw herself into his arms before he could.

Hayden hesitated for a moment, not knowing how to react.

Maura clung tightly to his waist. “Hayden, just let me lean on your shoulder for a bit. I’m really tired. Can’t you pity me a little?”

Hayden’s outstretched hand paused.

Because he knew that a significant portion of Maura’s current predicament was a result of him...

He couldn’t shirk his responsibility...

On the other side, Freya arrived at the banquet venue.

As she entered, she coincidentally ran into Georgia.

Chapter 1053 Friends “Freya!”

While other wealthy socialites might act aloof and wait for others to fawn over them, Georgia was completely different.

Upon spotting Freya from afar, she enthusiastically waved and approached her.

At that moment, Freya had a smile. “Mrs. Serrano, long time no see.”

“Why call me Mrs. Serrano? Just call me Georgia. We’re about the same age. There’s no need for formalities,” Georgia said warmly.

Freya couldn’t resist Georgia’s overwhelming charm and addressed her as Georgia.

Georgia held Freya’s hand and asked, “Where’s Mr. Gollust?”

Freya then shared the details of Hayden seeking cooperation opportunities here and added, “He doesn’t know I’m here yet.”

“Let’s find him later. But for now, let me introduce you to someone...”

Georgia said as she pulled Freya towards Cora.