Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 76

The next morning, David arrived early at the Darling family’s home.

Meanwhile, Audrey had been up before dawn, knowing David would be coming over for breakfast.

She sat at her vanity, applying a flawless makeup look, then went to her wardrobe to pick out a red, low-cut spaghetti strap dress. She styled her hair in a chic updo, finishing the look with sparkling jewelry. She looked radiant.

"Miss Darling, you are gorgeous! Honestly, you’re the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen. If you joined the entertainment industry, you’d leave all the actresses in the dust," Skylar gushed, unable to hold back her admiration.

"You’re just saying that to flatter me," Audrey teased with a playful smile.

Skylar

prettier, or is Danielle prettier?" Audrey asked

she even come close? You were raised in the Darling family, she’s from some

ahead of her in everything- academics, talent, and let’s not even talk about looks. You’re a rare

her confidence grow. "Then why

of jealousy crept

some trick to catch Mr. Charrington’s eye. But I know that one day, Mr. Charrington will realize how amazing you are and change his mind. "If I were him, I’d pick you up in a heartbeat. Look at you today-you’re radiant. Once you go downstairs, I guarantee

know how to flatter me. Here, take this diamond bracelet,"

up with excitement. She knew that her flattery had worked, and it seemed like it was going to pay off. She’d have to keep

much, I can’t accept it,"