Chapter 22

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Just then, a knock sounded on the door. Evelyn opened the door after a brief knock and entered.

In her white gown, she looked the picture of nobility and grace. Her long, straight hair cascaded down to her waist, adding a touch of gentleness to her presence.

“The auction is starting, Brian. Let’s go,” she said.

Gwen’s expression stiffened when she saw Evelyn

If it weren’t for Evelyn’s meddling, Ariana would’ve married Brian long ago. Now, they were attending an auction together. Brian hadn’t even considered what the Torrey family would say about that.

Clearly, this was an obvious move to embarrass them.

“Mrs. Torrey, was it? Brian’s mentioned you before. And you are…” Evelyn trailed off as she took in Fiona’s outfit, which was a mirror of her own style. She smiled.

Was

as one Ariana not enough? Now they were bringing in another one.

it didn’t matter how many people they paraded in

attention on Fiona, Gwen grew uneasy. She quickly tugged Fiona toward the door. “We’re

with Fiona.

not fully healed yet.

this event is important to you. I wouldn’t miss it for the world,” Evelyn

an evening gown earlier, but that

leaned down and whispered into his ear, Mr. Lodge, Ms. Torrey

did she get

beg for opportunities like this. Now, she was refusing to

Evelyn said unhappily, “You did invite Ms. Torrey, then. No wonder she told me to come and accompany you today.”

asked you

the engagement, Brian.

the past, Evelyn wouldn’t have cared about this. However, lately, she couldn’t shake

seemed like a

to make sure that Ariana

Brian.

said, “At least

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