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.

a polite cheer, “Roselind, you look more beautiful

Derrick said as they

been close once, with Roselind and Magnolia as

“Roselind, let’s put the past behind us. You’re

retorted with a hint of sarcasm, “Pain is only real when it

to soften the atmosphere, “Roselind, Howard and I grew up together, and our families have always been close.

says you’re mature and generous. If you call

words. How could she

a huff, Roselind led Gwendolyn toward the front

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

tenderly, “Don’t cry, sweetheart. Whatever you want, your father

thought of Selina lying in a pool of blood was unbearable

assured.

auction hall.

seating was pre–arranged, with the Hamilton and Chadwick elders on one side and the younger generation on the left.

Howard and Gwendolyn made their entrance, the entire hall witnessed the grace of this

trace of her rustic roots, and

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