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.

matter how many people they paraded in front of Brian;

toward the door. “We’re done with our business

with

frowned at Evelyn. “You’re not fully healed yet. Why did you come?”

important to you. I wouldn’t miss it for the world,” Evelyn said as she made her way to Brian’s side.

sent Ariana an evening gown earlier, but that was by Belinda’s orders,

Mr. Lodge,

get the sheer audacity?

like this. Now, she

“You did invite Ms. Torrey, then. No wonder she

frowned. “She asked

think she really wants to break off the engagement, Brian. Why don’t we just… let her

the past, Evelyn wouldn’t have cared about this.

a mere replacement for

had really fallen in love with her, then Evelyn had to make sure that Ariana wouldn’t be able to get close

Brian.

stood up and said, “At least she knows when

Chapter 22

little uneasy

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