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.

cheer, “Roselind, you look more beautiful every time

too long, Roselind, Jameson, Magnolia and Derrick

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

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

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

tried her best to soften the atmosphere, “Roselind, Howard and I grew up together, and our families have always been close. I mean, I always regard Howard as my brother, Can’t

with Gwendolyn in tow, “Selina, everyone says you’re mature and generous.

a loss for words. How could she possibly call

front of the auction hall,

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

want, your father and

lying in a pool of blood was unbearable for

he assured.

auction hall.

with the Hamilton and Chadwick elders on one side and the younger generation on the left. Gwendolyn

hall witnessed the grace of this apprentice to a

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

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