Soon, the night of the party arrived.

Boniel and Arnaud had changed into their suits and got into a car to attend the party.

Jefferson and Rayna were the only ones left in the manor.

Since Rayna was still waiting for the housekeeper to get her gown from Bruce, she said to Jefferson, “You didn’t have to wait for me and should have gone ahead with your dad. I know the place, anyway.”

“You’re my girlfriend. It’s only right that I go with you.” Pouring a cup of water for her, he asked softly, “Are the babies behaving themselves today? Will they disturb you at the party?”

She also replied in a soft voice, “They’ve been great these two days, so it should be fine tonight. Thank goodness that I haven’t gained any weight and that my belly’s not protruding. If not, I won’t be able to put on a gown.”

Jefferson grinned. “I’ve never seen a chubby version of you. I’m actually looking forward to seeing it.”

“Hey! You’re going too far.”

The two of them only bantered with each other in muted voices for a while more when the housekeeper returned with the gown.

Eyeing the gown, Rayna asked in confusion, “The gown I tried on back then was a long-sleeved, champagne-colored, fishtail gown. Why have you brought a black one instead?”

“Mr. Bruce said the gown was accidentally ruined by his assistant’s cat. This was the only gown in the studio that fit your measurements, Ms. Rayna,” responded the housekeeper.

Displeased, Jefferson reprimanded, “That gown was tailored two months ago, and she really liked the color and the design. How could he simply replace it with another gown when the original one is ruined?”

The housekeeper hung her head in silence.

“Never mind. Let me have a look at the gown,” Rayna said, taking the outfit from her.

The entire gown was hand-stitched and had a narrow waist design. Not only did it have a plunging neckline, but it was also backless. There was also a high slit that extended from the ankle to the thighs. All in all, it was a grand gown that could show off the wearer’s excellent figure.

here!” Jefferson’s expression darkened the moment he saw

“Understood.”

“It’s a little revealing, but the design is great. Bruce

expression turned grimmer when he understood what

Bruce arrived. He immediately bowed before Jefferson and Rayna, apologizing about the original gown and informing them there was no way she could wear that to the party since the cat tore the fabric with its

her

a troubled expression, Bruce uttered, “There isn’t any. As you know, Ms. Lilia and the others are very slim, so most of my designs are in smaller sizes. It would be better if I altered the larger-sized ones, but their colors and designs are all outdated. Besides, Ms. Rayna has gained a little weight. It’s really impossible to

was at a loss for words when

friends and ask if they have any gowns available.

Bruce hurriedly pulled out

walked over and said carefully, “There are two studios

the gowns over, then!”

take at least thirty minutes to bring them from the nearest studio. There isn’t enough time, Mr. Hamilton. The party’s admission

“All right. Don’t make

she was thinking, Jefferson voiced his rejection at once. “You can’t wear this! It’s too revealing! Let’s check out the stores on our way there.

find one that fits my measurements if we go gown-hunting in other stores. If we miss the admission

past him, she whispered, “Don’t draw unnecessary attention.” With that, he repressed his desire to

Rayna

her perfect curves, and her slender legs could sometimes be seen from under

languid gaze made her exude an alluring yet

like a mighty queen

Jefferson was so mesmerized by her that he badly wanted

truly amazing, Mr. Bruce. I feel like I’ve become much more sophisticated

me. It’s your beauty that brings out the best of this gown,

“Thank you.”

from the housekeeper, Rayna turned around and saw Jefferson still standing there. Rapt, he gazed at her with his deadly attractive

captivated by them, merely waving

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