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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.

handled the situation. It was thanks to her that they were safe. So, after the ruffians were caught, they all

“Are y

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

had

supposed to be her

being swapped out,

his anger building.

said, looking back at him. Then she kept

his breath. But then, something hit him. His

call me? Hey, Quinlyn, if you say that again, I don’t care if you step on my feet. My shoes aren’t that expensive. I’ll let you stomp all over them!”

Chapter 41

tugging at the corners of her lips. Her eyebrows arched in amusement. Stanley was

a

you” a boy shouted at the entrance of the

froze and turned around. There, striding into the hall with an air of confidence, was Larry–who should have been grounded–wearing a bright, floral suit that made him look like a

was the large dress he

entirely adorned with roses, so dazzling that it was impossible to overlook.

as he lifted the gown in front of Quinlyn. Dropping to one knee like a knight, he said.

flowers, and as she looked at the heavy gown in his hands, she felt a bit

the

was about to say no, to remind him that she had already

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

it weren’t for their body shapes, some of the high–society ladies might have fought over

found herself

Just walking in it was

dress, still grumbling, “He seriously doesn’t take care of plants.

was about to tell Quinlyn to stay away from

his shoulder. Larry’s annoying grin appeared, and he smirked, saying. “Don’t worry about it, Stanley. The flowers used for the dress are grown by professionals. Buying their flowers is

out.

Larry smoothly grabbed Quinlyn’s hand and pulled her away from Stanley.

definitely not made for dancing,” Stanley