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.

greeted them with a polite cheer, “Roselind, you

Derrick said as they approached, exchanging

with Roselind and Magnolia as confidants. But a car

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

retorted with a hint of sarcasm, “Pain is

Howard and I grew up together, and our families have always been close. I mean, I always regard Howard as my

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

could she possibly call this country bumpkin her

the front of the auction hall, the others

tears of frustration. “Mom, Howard still can’t forgive me. What should I do? What’s

your father and I will make

thought of Selina lying in a pool of

a knowing glance with Derick, he assured. “Don’t worry, Howard

the auction

side and

made their entrance, the entire hall witnessed the grace of this apprentice to a renowned

bore no trace of her rustic roots, and indeed, clothes make

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