Quintessa was heading upstairs, back to her room when she happened to see Reuben. He hurriedly greeted her and then dashed off.

Quintessa wondered; this young man was usually quite enthusiastic about seeing her, what was up with him today?

The next day, she mentioned to Violet that she didn't have time over the weekend.

Violet asked in a low voice, "Quinn, have you also been fishing for so long? Are you planning to bait the hook now?"

Quintessa laughed at herself, "This bait of mine, once cast, is only a matter of time."

The calm and focus Quintessa found during filming was what she loved most. Even though it was exhausting, she was content dedicating herself to her work, devoid of any personal desires. This was a blissful thing.

The weekend arrived quickly, and at 7 PM, Tyrone came to pick up Quintessa.

her, but instead, he took her straight to a styling studio and left her in the hands of a several ladies for

came out in a dress, Tyrone grimaced. He had already

"This will do. You're not getting any better than this.

at the dress on her and frowned,

arm around her shoulders, "My friend's sister's coming-of-age party. They've been nagging me to come for a while now.

of women like me,

her eyes, "If so many women like you, why drag me

will match

a snap

you don't have to speak, just smile. And if someone gives you trouble, don't

Quintessa marveled at its extravagance. Wealthy people truly

coming-of-age party? S

at a beautifully erected life-size standee at the entrance, a lovely

hall, and the men and women present

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