Chapter 212 As the car approached the hill leading to the James Mansion, Elizabeth noticed the sleek silver Maybach parked by the roadside.

It stood out in the fading dusk light, its polished exterior gleaming.

When Elijah stepped out of the vehicle, it dawned on Elizabeth—this was why the event’s color scheme revolved around silver-white.

Elijah’s bespoke black suit, intricately embroidered with subtle silver-white patterns, perfectly complemented her dress.

The pearlescent threads shimmered faintly, creating a subtle yet harmonious look that spoke volumes about their unspoken coordination.

This understated alignment was more intimate than any matching outfit could convey.

As Oliver parked the car, Elijah approached, opening Elizabeth’s door with practiced ease.

“Grandmother specifically asked me to pick you up,” Elijah said, his deep voice calm as he leaned in slightly.

pursed her lips, silently cursing him for putting

eyes scanned her dress, a faint frown

aren’t you wearing the one I

him, her tone

It’s not every day I get to see your first love so passionately

to be the bigger person and let

paused, letting her words linger before adding, “Besides, I wouldn’t want her fainting from the stress

already busy enough without adding her dramatics to

her a sidelong glance, his

asked a question, not for

wasn’t inclined to argue further,

pulled her phone from her clutch and began scrolling through

caught her attention—it was about a new durian

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