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.

on the pale skin of her neck. His fingers clenched, and he slowly sat beside her, turning

She thought, "Why is Hugh acting like this? Is my outfit really that strange?" She couldn't shake the feeling that

her.

two of n arrived at the

simply instructed the staff to have a gown ready for Serena, without needing any further. adjustments

the venue, arm in arm with Hugh, the bright lights illuminated her silver satin gown. They highlighted her perfectly sculpted features, and when

at them, and

room.

who deserves to stand

match. They look

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

the guests were mostly from families closely associated

her head to Hugh, a bit confused.

to tell you," Hugh

throat a few times, trying to hide the

only invited prominent people from Javerton, along with those who have close ties to the

Serena said, finally

don't have to worry about anything tonight just enjoy yourself," he added with a reassuring

"Got it."

a few more words in

nearby were observing them closely. Some were surprised at how gentle Hugh was with Serena,

was a private event, everyone mingled freely, more for casual conversations than formal introductions. It felt less like an event for networking and more like a chance to catch