The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 176

Dusk had settled over the Majestic Manor Hotel, transforming the surrounding area into a bustling hive of activity. The neon lights along the streets cast an almost magical, glittering haze over everything, like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. When Freya and Luna arrived, they saw the entrance lined with luxury cars, their drivers bustling about, preparing to move into the designated parking areas. Having stepped out of their ride, a hotel valet promptly took over parking their car, allowing them to head inside without further ado. Luna scoffed at the scene unfolding before her. "Looks like everyone showed up. They're really rolling out the red carpet for Leland," she muttered under her breath.

"Let's go in," Freya suggested, leading the way.

Upon entering, the manager immediately noticed them, hurried over, and greeted them. "Ms. Dawson, let me escort you in," he offered politely.

Freya nodded, and as they proceeded into the banquet hall, the sheer number of guests was impressive. The room was filled with celebrities, business moguls, and high-ranking corporate executives, not to mention a fair share of the local elite and socialites. It was a gathering that could rival any high-profile event in their previous life.

buzz of conversation. "Look, it's Mr.

to Freya. Kieran was well-known for never attending such events without Eloise on his arm. It was an unwritten rule acknowledged by everyone in their circles. "Looks like we're not the only ones who drew a crowd tonight," Eloise commented, her voice soft and warm as

However, their appearance quickly

engagement, especially after their public

circulate among the guests, with many

way Kieran and Freya are serious. It's all just

all days? It's practically a slap in the face to

must be

murmurs didn't escape Freya and Luna's ears. Indignant, Luna exclaimed, "What's Kieran playing at, showing up with Eloise? It's like he's deliberately trying to