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 look more beautiful every time I see you.”

been too long, Roselind, Jameson, Magnolia and Derrick said as they approached, exchanging

with Roselind and Magnolia as confidants. But a car accident

put the past behind us. You’re a

sarcasm, “Pain is only real

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

everyone says you’re mature and generous. If you call Howard ‘brother, why not greet your sister–in–law

words. How could

Gwendolyn toward the front of the

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

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

Selina lying in a pool of blood was

Derick, he assured. “Don’t worry, Howard will be yours.”

auction

side and the younger generation on the

witnessed the grace of this apprentice to a renowned healer, beautiful

bore no trace of her rustic roots, and indeed,

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