Reborn to my engagement night by Baxter Walters

Chapter 214 The Only One He Sees

Finched

Scarlet’s brow furrowed in deep contemplation as she pulled over the situation. This young lady it befor her stubbornness and unpredictability. Now, she’s claiming that Sebastian would indeed make an appearance Can we trust her

Yet, certainty was a luxury they did not possess at the moment, no one could definitively say whether Sebastian would grace them with his presence or not.

Amidst the swirling doubts, the Sherrits managed to maintain a facade of politeness as they greeted Madelyn. “Ms. Thornton, please come in”

With a subtle smile playing on her lips, Madelyn, clutching her evening gown, sauntered into the room with a poised and confident air.

Trailing closely behind was Janessa, her voice tinged with hope as she inquired, “Madelyn, are you sure Sebastian will be here?”

A chuckle of satisfaction escaped Madelyn. You wish.

Nonetheless, she reassured Janessa aloud, “Relax, Janessa. Sebastian will surely be here. He has given me his word, after all.”

“Oh… that’s a relief.” Janessa exhaled, her tension visibly casing as she responded.

Then, her smile sweet and sincere, she added, “Madelyn, you truly are a best friend to me. In this vast world, you alone treat me with such kindness.”

“Of course.” Madelyn responded, her smile barely concealing the insincerity. Privately, she was nearly overwhelmed by distaste for Janessa’s two–faced demeanor.

The evening’s banquet was a lavish affair. The Sherritt family, pillars of high Society, and Rupert, with his extensive network of influential friends, had attracted a considerable crowd.

Of course, many were drawn by the rumor that Sebastian, a prominent figure, would be in attendance. hoping to glean some advantage from his presence.

As the hours slipped by, the absence of Sebastian grew creasingly conspicuous, stirring a wave of discontent among the assembled guests. Murmurs of dissatisfaction spread, with some guests openly criticizing the Sherritt family’s credibility, deeming the unreliable.

The pretense of hosting a gathering under the banner of Sebastian’s name, only to fail in presenting the man himself, was undeniably humiliating.

a surge of anxiety wash over him. His expression. hardened as he turned to Janessa, pressing her for reassurance with

Yet, clinging to

out a hopeful excuse, “Dad, it’s Sebastian who’s managing everything at Lockhart Group. His schedule is always packed; he’s likely to arrive later than

could Rupert not worry? The family’s reputation was at stake, and the fear of public

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with an air of detachment. As she leisurely enjoyed her meal, sipping the rich, exquisite champagne, a thought crossed her

the anticipated arrival

with no choice but to approach each guest personally, offering apologies. “Please bear with us for a little longer,” he urged, “Mr.

did little to quell the restlessness among the guests. Their curiosity peaked, and they pressed for specifics, “Mr. Sherritt, could you at least give us a specific time? The

just to catch a glimpse of Mr. Lockhart. Mr. Sherritt,

“Exactly!”

coming or not?”

overwhelming Rupert. In a moment of desperation, he turned to Madelyn, hoping her presence might soothe the crowd “Look

the room. Although the criticism was veiled

guest remarked, “my apologies for the oversight. But

Mrs. Lockhart, we’ve been waiting all night for Mr. Lockhart. We can’t possibly

we?”

amusing. Who would have imagined I’d end up

she reassured, “Rest assured, Sebastian will indeed arrive. He’s merely caught up with some business and we’re not certain of the time. However, since

she stepped aside to

and Wesley were seated at the bar, drinks in

Refilling her glass, she turned to Sebastian, inviting him. “Sebastian, let’s have a drink together.”

Sebastian simply nodded and took a

aren’t you drinking? We three have shared countless experiences over the years, even life–threatening ones. It’s rare for us to gather like this; it’s no fun if

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