Chapter 3

James followed Colt’s gaze.

The splash of red stood out in the crowd.-

Sophie, dressed in a wine-red evening gown, seemed to captivate hearts with every smile and frown. Cameras from the media swept over her, and for a moment, Sophie was like a superstar walking the red.

carpet.

“Is that Sophie?”

It took James a moment to recognize her.

Sophie had always preferred light makeup and modest dresses. This was the first time he had seen her dressed so strikingly.

Nichole looked uncomfortable. This was her first encounter with Sophie.

In contrast to Sophie’s glamorous allure, Nichole seemed overly plain, like a young student yet to bloom.

of barely detectable

and Nichole

Sophie would be awkward and surprised to see her and James together, but Sophie seemed to have known all

Mrs. Burke, but who is that lady with Mr. Burke?” whispered some

smile, “Hello, you must, be Nichole, the

the hand holding James’ hand and gently shook Sophie’s. “Hello, Mrs. Burke.” The name ‘Mrs. Burke’ felt like

you’ve been

quick glance

ad this ver

bit shy, so I brought her here today to get a feel of

about showing

fallen for Nichole. It was after she returned from studying abroad that James truly fell in love with

and everyone in Devonport knew James favored this

the auction not to contend

good care of Ms. Nichole. I’m going in,” said Sophie as she

never expected those words

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