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.

fairy," Skylar said, almost

or is Danielle prettier?" Audrey asked casually, her tone just the right amount

she even come close? You

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

feeling her confidence grow. "Then why does

jealousy crept

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 you’ll

this diamond bracelet,"

had worked, and it seemed like it was going to pay off. She’d have to keep putting Danielle down to

much, I can’t accept it,"