The Forgotten Girl Is Back For Revenge

Chapter 29

Hailey hesitated for a moment, then shrugged. “Forget it.”

She stepped back into the dressing room to change.

The white dress was simple and elegant–the kind of thing an old–money family would approve of

It wasn’t as striking as the red one, but it had a quiet beauty that was just as captivating.

The saleswoman beamed. “Miss, with your complexion and figure, you could make anything look good. Honestly, you’d still turn heads in a burlap sack.”

Hailey chuckled at the flattery but didn’t take it too seriously.

She turned toward the mirror, studying herself. Soft, clear skin. Lips naturally tinted red. A face that, even without makeup, had an effortless charm. She almost didn’t recognize herself.

In her past life, she had been timid, and unremarkable–she never paid much attention to her appearance.

After being reborn, she still didn’t think about beauty much. As long as she looked presentable, that was enough.

But judging by the way people reacted to her, maybe she was prettier than she realized.

Her eyes drifted toward the reflection beside her–toward Owen.

She had to admit–Owen was stunning.

No matter how many times she saw him, she still found herself staring.

If being too good–looking were a crime, Owen would be serving a life sentence.

Maybe that’s why he rarely appeared in public–if he did, half the women in the city would probably lose their minds.

As if sensing her gaze, Owen lifted his head, meeting her eyes through the mirror.

A spark flickered between them.

His expression was unreadable, but his eyes–gentle, deep, knowing–held hers for a beat too long. She looked away immediately, her heart pounding.

She needed to keep her distance. If she wasn’t careful, she was going to fall for him without even realizing it.

She thought, “This is dangerous.‘

the fabric of the dress, taking a deep

you. I’ll take this one.” A

into him. She lost her balance.

hands caught

jumpy?” he murmured, his voice laced

trying her best to ignore the way

but the smirk on his

1/3

Chapter 29

to Richard. “Wrap up

pulling out a black rand

dresses–especially the red one–mean a common tag enrgh to

frowned, “Why both? And I can pay for myself?

caught her hand, his grip light but firm. I needed your help today, it’s only fair 1 pay. The

he leaned in slightly, his breath warm against her ear.

rush to her face,

to be, he was dangerous. If she wasn’t careful, she might actually melt.

to keep her expression

hand, his warmth

paying, he took her hand and led her out of the mall.

should buy something

slightly. Just as he was about to follow her

the screen. “It’s my grandmother.

nodded. “Go ahead. I’ll

jewelry store was the kind that catered to the ultra–wealthy. Glass cases displayed jade, diamonds, and pearls–each piece exquisite, each price tag staggering.

straight to the jade

heard Penelope liked jade.

bracelet immediately caught her eye.

single, smooth bangle of flawless green jade. Understated, refined–classy in a way that spoke for

she said.

a once–over. She was wearing an expensive dress, but she didn’t have a designer bag, and there was no one else with her. That alone was enough

the dress wasn’t anything too extravagant–just under thirty thousand. But the bracelet

bracelet is half a million dollars,” she said, her tone dismissive. “We

glanced at her, eyes cold and detached. “I’ll

be a shame if you couldn’t pay. And if you drop it? Well,

2/3

Fri, 28