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.

polite cheer, “Roselind, you look

and Derrick

been close once, with Roselind and Magnolia as confidants. But a car accident had tom that bond apart.

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

“Pain is only

grew up together, and our families have always been close. I mean, I always regard Howard as my brother, Can’t you forgive us?”

Selina with Gwendolyn in tow, “Selina, everyone says you’re mature and generous. If you call Howard ‘brother, why not greet your

How could she possibly call this country bumpkin

huff, Roselind led Gwendolyn toward the front

“Mom, Howard still can’t forgive me. What

your father and I

in a pool of

with Derick, he assured. “Don’t worry,

the auction

the Hamilton and Chadwick elders on one side and the younger generation on the left. Gwendolyn spotted Mr. Peterson

hall witnessed the grace of this apprentice to a renowned healer, beautiful and skilled, a true

her rustic roots, and

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