The Queen's Back

Chapter 100

Maxwell held Mona's hand as they slowly entered the dance floor, immediately attracting the attention of many onlookers.

As the music began, they moved gently. Mona's hand rested lightly on Maxwell's shoulder while his hand supported her waist.

They looked like a perfect pair, handsome and beautiful.

"If I hadn't just asked you to dance, would you have danced with Lydia?" Mona asked curiously.

Before asking, she had already made up her mind. If Maxwell showed even the slightest hesitation, she wouldn't hesitate to grip his shoulder tightly. Maxwell replied without a moment's thought, "No."

Mona was pleased with this answer. She gently stroked his shoulder and said, "But usually, a gentleman wouldn't refuse a lady's invitation"

"I didn't think about it too much. I'll just say it plainly. No one can force me to do something I don't want to do," Maxwell said.

As he held her hand, she twirled around and teased, "Oh, I didn't realize you could be so assertive."

"That's right. But if you ask me to do something I don't want to do, I'll still consider it." Maxwell was willing to compromise for Mona.

Meeting Maxwell's serious gaze, Mona felt her heart racing. "If I ever make you do something you don't want to do, you must tell me. Don't make it hard for yourself."

Maxwell was willing to compromise for her, and she was willing to do the same for him.

When the dance ended, Maxwell took Mona's hand and led her out of the Carter family.

breeze brought a chill, but the warmth of their hands

tree outside, and Maxwell, with his captivating eyes, looked at Mona and asked, "I think

about whether it's

Maxwell ask Stephanie to apologize to her, her heart felt warm. In that situation, it was rare for him

kiss?" Maxwell suggested,

dating Teddy, she hadn't experienced the sweetness of love. He wanted her to fully enjoy it before their wedding, to take things slow and savor the moment "Okay." As soon as the words left her mouth, she wrapped her arms around Maxwell's neck, stood on her tiptoes, and lightly pressed her lips against his, her heart racing wildly. That kiss was

glow around them, accompanied

soft lips and the faint

Chapter 100

pulled away, fre was still processing the kiss when he said, "Mona, kiss me again. I

She had already mustered the courage for the first kiss. Doing it again

warmth. He quickly caught up with her, holding her hand naturally and whispering in

person she liked by her side, life was quite

Elara had already

Barbara feel anxious. After work, she immediately

house, Barbara showed her

pieces, a long white dress with bell sleeves and a thigh-high slit, and a short pink floral dress

these designs and felt

cursory glance at them and then tossed Barbara's drafts onto the table.

at her designs on the table. Lydia's indifferent tone shattered

and fabrics, and even visiting local shops to gather inspiration. Each step was taken with great care, and she regarded