Chapter 1025

At that moment, Nathalie spoke up as well, "It's just a dance, Selena. Don't disrespect Mr. Brooks."

Her words implied that Selena was deliberately avoiding the dance.

Ernest's expression had already soured.

Selena glanced from one person to the next, her eyes reddening as tears welled up and began to fall.

"You've misunderstood me," she said softly, her voice trembling. "I didn't mean it that way. Mr. Brooks and the Fletcher family have business dealings, and of course, I respect our partners. But my foot really is injured. It's no big deal, though.

"Even though tonight is Lila's birthday party, and she should be the one dancing the opening dance, since Ernest invited me, I would still dance even if my leg was broken."

She paused, looking fragile and innocent, before continuing with a hint of apology. "Mr. Brooks, I'm afraid my injured foot won't keep up with your steps. I'm truly sorry."

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with the Tudor family only added to their stature. As Aaron's wife, Selena's position was certainly not one where she should have to dance with the son of a business partner to strengthen ties. If word got

here they were, in exactly that

demeanor, the looks directed toward Nathalie from the other ladies shifted, though none

And in front of all

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is why I asked you to help. Since you're hurt, you should rest. Someone, please help Selena to

servant immediately stepped forward to support Selena,

tug at the corners

a flash of resentment flickering in

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