Chapter 30

Knock, knock.

Outside, Eloise gave two soft knocks before pushing open the office door.

There she was, Eloise, in a striking white evening gown that accentuated her noble and elegant demeanor. Her long hair cascaded down her back, adding to her gentle charm.

"Kieran, the auction's about to start. Shall we go?"

Eloise's presence seemed to unsettle Johanna. If it weren't for Eloise's meddling, the Mrs. Sutton title would have rightfully belonged to Freya by then. And there they were, headed to an auction of all places, with Kieran blatantly disregarding the Dawson family's reputation by bringing Eloise along. Wasn't it just a slap in their face?

"This must be Mrs. Dawson. I've heard Kieran mention you. And this is..." Eloise's gaze shifted to Kara, noticing their nearly identical outfits, but she merely smiled.

to bring in another? Huh, no matter

Kara made Johanna somewhat uneasy. She quickly got up, pulling Kara

that, Johanna rushed off with

Kieran frowned, "You're

to accompany you to the auction. I know how much this event matters to you. How could I miss it?" Eloise moved to Kieran's side, adding, "Unless... you

an evening gown,

whispered to Kieran, "Mr. Sutton, Ms. Dawson mentioned she won't

stunned. 'She's not coming? Freya is getting too big for her boots! Usually, she can't beg enough for such opportunities,

was Ms.

frowned, "Freya asked you to come

Dawson really does want to break off the engagement, Kieran.

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