Cold Shoulder

Before Emma could answer, Owen interrupted her.

"The upcoming Gala is something Anderson Enterprise has been holding for decades. It's a yearly thing in which all the employees are invited. So basically it's really not about the people who are not associated with the company. Yes, we do invite them because of social pressure but we really don't care if they show up or not. The Gala is about the employees, the people who work hard for the company."

Katherine pursed her lips and frowned but she quickly composed her expression even though his words pinched her.

"The main highlight of the event is our employees," Owen added. "Emma is one of our many hardworking employees and she will also be accompanying me that night. Her presence is of utmost importance."

"That's great." Katherine smiled. "I didn't know she was accompanying you for the event."

"You should totally go with that dress Emma, it suits you well," she added.