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Chapter 41

Chapter 41

Maurice had been trying to make a connection with Horizon Properties for a while now.

Whether at a cocktail party, dinner gathering, or through mutual connections, he never seemed to get anywhere with

Claude

So when he sent the invitation to him for this event. Maurice didn’t expect much. To his surprise, Claude showed up and even brought his daughter along.

However, Glaude was the first one to dash off to look for a dress, leaving Maurice no chance to make an impression. Now that Maurice finally had the chance to approach him, he figured it was the perfect moment to try to flatter him.

Too bad it didn’t go as planned. After Maurice complimented him, Claude’s face stayed blank. He frowned and said, “Mr. Anderson, you’ve got it wrong. Quinlyn is very talented. I admire her and want Mandy to look up to her as a role model.”

Quinlyn deserves the best and the finest things. I’m afraid this doesn’t even come close to what she deserves,” he added.

Hearing that. Maurice froze. He felt awkward and out of place.

His words made it sound like Claude was more like a father to Quinlyn.

After saying that, Claude didn’t linger. He moved past Maurice, heading straight for Quinlyn.

Quinlyn didn’t care about the fancy dress, but when she saw Claude open the box, she immediately decided to wear it Even though Mandy picked a bright, wild dress, Quinlyn was ready to dance in it.

“Yay! I’m Quinlyn’s dance partner now!” Mandy cheered, practically bouncing up and down. She even gave Quinlyn a high

five.

The adults around them couldn’t help but laugh. The two kids were so carefree and happy like they’d just won a prize. It was heartwarming to see their genuine friendship.

They didn’t feel like they’d been played for fools. Just moments ago, the police officers had revealed what really happened

downstairs.

that they were safe. So, after the ruffians were caught, they

“Are y

the one I picked out,” Stanley said, watching Quinlyn walk toward the changing room with the gift box

had imagined Quinlyn wearing

supposed to be

the dress being swapped out, but

feel his anger

Quinlyn said, looking back at him. Then she kept walking.

muttered under his breath. But then, something hit him. His eyes

did you just call me? Hey, Quinlyn, if you say that again, I don’t care if you step

Chapter 41

at the corners of her lips. Her eyebrows arched in amusement. Stanley was so easy to please and read, but she couldn’t help but admire his

changing room, however, a voice called out, stopping her in

I still have a dress for you” a

air of confidence, was Larry–who should have been grounded–wearing a bright, floral suit that made him look like a peacock proudly flaunting its

really caught their attention was the large dress he was carrying over his

gown, entirely adorned with roses, so dazzling

one knee like a knight, he said. T heard your dress got dirty, so I brought you a replacement. As promised, I’ll keep bringing you beautiful

was hit with the sweet scent of flowers, and as she looked at the heavy gown in his hands,

was thoughtful, but the dress looked so

remind him that she had already

she said excitedly, “You have to wear this one! It’s gorgeous! Quinlyn. you have to wear it to dance. I’ll take

the girls around them were buzzing with excitement about the dress. If it weren’t for their body shapes, some of the high–society ladies might have

Quinlyn found

trapped in a set of heavy chains. Just walking in it was a

scrunched his face as he helped her lift the hem of her dress, still grumbling, “He seriously doesn’t take care

was about to tell Quinlyn to stay away from him.

a hand landed on his shoulder. Larry’s annoying grin appeared, and he smirked, saying. “Don’t worry about it, Stanley. The flowers used for the dress are

out.

Quinlyn’s hand and pulled her away from Stanley.

this dress is definitely not made for dancing,” Stanley muttered, grinding