Chapter 21

Christiana’s POV

The boutique was a sanctuary of elegance, its pristine white walls designed with dazzling displays of high fashion. As I walked in, the shop’s atmosphere shifted instantly from casual to a couture runway, my bodyguards flanking me and my personal assistant, Grace, at my side. The salesgirls, dressed in sleek uniforms, were already buzzing around, eager to showcase the latest designs.

The first dress was a shimmering silver gown with a plunging neckline. I stepped out of the fitting room, the fabric flowing gracefully around me. Ethan and Emma, perched on a velvet sofa, eyed me critically.

“Wow, Mommy, you look like a princess!” Emma exclaimed, her eyes wide with admiration.

Ethan, however, scrunched up his face. “I don’t like it. It’s too shiny. Can you get something with more color?”

I laughed softly, twirling to let them get a full view. “Alright, let’s see what else we have!

A salesgirl rushed in with a rack of new dresses. “Next, we have this elegant emerald green dress. It’s perfect for an evening event. She held up a stunning gown with a fitted bodice and a flowing skirt.

I slipped into the emerald dress, feeling its luxurious fabric against my skin. When I stepped out, Emma clapped her hands in delight. “This one’s my favorite, Mommy!”

Ethan nodded in agreement. “Yeah, this one’s nice. It’s not too shiny and the color’s pretty.”

We moved on to the next round of dresses–a vibrant red cocktail dress and a sleek black evening gown. I modeled each one, letting the kids give their verdicts. Their opinions, though honest and unfiltered, were a relief. At least I knew my choices weren’t being judged solely by the high fashion standards of the boutique.

As the day carried on, the boutique became filled with fabric swatches and design choices. Salesgirls hurried to and fro, bringing out garments in every conceivable style and color. My mind, however, was of stress and frustration, mostly because of the constant chatter from Ethan and Emma about their father.

are we going to

unable to ignore the persistent requests. “We’ve

in, his voice full of determination. “But Mommy, you said we could see him soon. We’ve waited so long. Please,

of luxury, but it was clear that no amount of designer dresses could outweigh my children’s desire to

go see him today. But we

cheers, their faces lighting up with excitement. I couldn’t help but smile at their enthusiasm, even though a part of

packed up the remaining garments. I made my selections, preparing

said, noting my distracted look. “Where

replied. “We need to get ready for the visit. I’m not sure what

chattered excitedly about our planned visit to their father, their energy evident. I was just about to open the door to the car when I spotted a familiar figure across the parking lot. My heart

designer outfit and flawless makeup screamed celebrity, but it was the haughty expression on her face that really caught my attention. My jaw tightened. Of all

Chapter 21

She strode over with an air of arrogance, her gaze fixed

Davis, Bianca said, her voice dripping with condescension. “I didn’t realize you were still in town. Or should I say, I didn’t know

his small frame brimming with defiance. “That’s not nice! You don’t talk

with anger,

“if you have at problem with me, you can take it up with me alone.

children away from Alex,” she snapped. “He’s moved on. It’s about time

said, my voice steady despite my anger. “You’re the one who caused all

She flicked her fingers, and her bodyguards started to move forward. “Teach her a lesson,” she

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