Chapter 254

in mariage, there’s no need for formalities.” He extended his hand to take bers, and Gwendolyn úrnailed greatly, slipping her arm through his

Together, they entered the grand auction hall, bustling with a well dressed crowd.

“Gwendolyn Roselind, arm in arm with Jameson Chadwick, called out, waving. “Over here, dear”

Gwendolyn greeted them with reserved warmth.

Roselind appraised her outfit with a nod of approval “A young lady should always dress to the nines, although your jewelry could use a bit more dazzle. I’ll select something more eye catching for you later”

“Thanks, Mom” Gwendolyn accepted her mother’s kindness without protest.

“Mom always spoils you rotten, Gwendolyn. What about me? I’m your daughter too, Jeannie pouted playfully.

“You’re such a drama queen, Roselind quipped, tapping Jeannie’s nose, but her smile faded as she caught sight of a family just entering the hall.

Jeannie followed her gaze and muttered, “Talk about a mood killer”

“Hi, everyone Fancy seeing you here,” Selina said, gracing the room in her white, embroidered gown, the ruffled bust exuding elegance.

you look more beautiful every

Derrick said as they approached,

had been close once, with Roselind and Magnolia as confidants. But

pride, said, “Roselind, let’s put the past behind us. You’re a mother too, and surely you

a hint of sarcasm, “Pain is only real when it hits you

I grew up together, and our families

with Gwendolyn in tow, “Selina, everyone says you’re mature and generous. If you call Howard ‘brother, why not greet your sister–in–law Gwendolyn as well?”

could she

Gwendolyn toward the front of the

frustration. “Mom, Howard still can’t

Whatever you want, your father and I will make sure you

pool of blood

he assured. “Don’t worry, Howard will

auction

was pre–arranged, with the Hamilton and Chadwick elders on one side and the younger generation on the left. Gwendolyn spotted Mr. Peterson from

their entrance, the entire hall witnessed the grace of this

rustic roots, and indeed, clothes make t

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