Chapter 74

Meanwhile, Nathaniel, who had been keeping Serena company, received a call from his assistant and had to leave. Before heading out, he reminded Paisley not to miss the evening's opening gala.

Thinking about potentially running into Dominick later at the event made Paisley feel reluctant. But since she'd already agreed to go, she had no choice but to push through. Worst case, she figured, she'd say hello, stay for a bit, and leave early.

Having made up her mind, she said, "Maria, bring me that gown, please."

When Paisley changed into the gown and stepped out, Maria's eyes lit up as she took in the sight. "I've got to say, Emery's craftsmanship is really something," Maria said, visibly impressed. "But no matter how great the gown is, it's the person wearing it that truly makes it shine."

The gown was made of sky-blue silk and featured intricate hand-embroidered flowers in shades of soft white that stretched from the neckline to the waist. The single thigh-high slit accentuated Paisley's curves while matching floral embroidery adorned the edges of the split.

Emery had said that she had embroidered every flower herself, each stitch representing her love for Paisley.

matter-of-factly, "Emery said the reason she designed this gown was because it's one of the most versatile styles. It can

gown isn't reserved for good-looking people; it's that anyone who

anything too extravagant, but a simpler, budget-friendly version seemed doable. By the time Paisley had finished styling her hair and applying some light makeup, it was almost time to leave. She had planned to wait for Emery and Lucy, thinking they could meet up and head to the party

not to go. As for

choice but to head there on her own. Events like this weren't suitable for bringing Serena along, so Paisley

I'm

by then, and Marissa, attending as Dominick's date, was unquestionably

every woman eager to strike up a conversation and get on her good side. Alexis trailed behind Marissa, basking in the compliments

Grayson to an event like this, which gave Marissa the perfect chance to have Dominick all to herself. If Grayson had been present, she would've had to play the role of

to Dominick and said in a voice only the two of them could hear, "Dom, I was too impulsive today. I didn't think I'd lose and let my emotions

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