Game Over No Second Chances

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Chapter 126

Serena walked right up to Hugh and stopped when she was directly in front of him. She softly called his name a couple of times but received no response.

Although he stood rigidly with his back straight, his gaze fixed on her, it seemed like he didn't hear her at all.

"Mr. Larson?"

She waved her hand in front of him, and only then did Hugh slowly snap out of his daze.

Realizing he had been staring at her for too long, he quickly averted his gaze, clearing his throat with an awkward cough.

"I'm just a bit tired after finishing up work."

It wasn't because Serena's outfit looked particularly stunning today.

Serena, completely believing his excuse, didn't think much of it.

She simply rubbed the back of her neck, uncomfortable with how her hair was styled. She wasn't used to having her hair styled so tightly up without a formal gown.

But Ruth had said this style highlighted her features and made her look even better. Serena couldn't tell the difference but felt a slight chill on her neck.

With that thought, she quickly slid into the car.

gaze lingered on the pale skin of her neck. His fingers

face. She thought, "Why is Hugh acting like this? Is my outfit really that

her.

n arrived at

the staff to have a gown ready for Serena,

with Hugh, the bright lights illuminated her silver satin gown. They highlighted her perfectly sculpted features, and when she gently lifted her eyes,

at them, and whispers immediately spread around

room.

the kind of woman who

match. They look amazing

compliments from the crowd were endless, and everyone seemed to be genuinely. impressed, unlike the awkward gatherings at previous events. People were

mostly from families closely associated with the

her head to Hugh, a bit

forgot to tell you,"

cleared his throat a few times, trying to hide the awkwardness

explained, "Today, we've only invited prominent people from Javerton, along with those who have close ties to the Larson Group. There are also a few family

Serena

just enjoy yourself," he added with

"Got it."

a few more words in low

how gentle Hugh was with Serena,

it was a private event, everyone mingled freely, more for casual conversations than formal introductions. It felt less like an