Unmasking the Heiress by Sisi Yea

Chapter 471

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Evangeline had not forgotten, not for a second. However, she had to hand it to Walter, even with a last-minute leading lady swap, he played his part to the hilt What a show of commitment.

Out of nowhere, the sweet strains of a violin filled the air, weaving a melody that washed over her, stirring something deep within.

Walter caught her eye, as if he could read her every thought, and stood. He leaned in, offering his hand just like he had at the masquerade ball, behind that quirky green frog mask. Evangeline's heart clenched, caught in an invisible grip, leaving her at a loss for words. Then, his voice broke through her trance.

"Would the beautiful princess honor me with a dance?"

Instinctively, her hand reached for his. However, as she tried to rise, her body froze, caught in the moment's gravity.

"Sorry, I'm in flats today, not exactly dance-floor material."

She quickly looked down, locking away the storm of feelings behind her eyes.

would dance in secret,

It was all because Evangeline knew about Walter's impressive moves. She was scared that his

equal. Sadly, she never

she was stuck

then, her icy, nervous fingers were suddenly warmed

With a swift turn,

flat shoes? It's about the dancer, not the shoes," said Walter with a shrug, guiding Evangeline

the candles and lights, they swayed to the sweet music,

partner.

Little did they know...

VIP room, a woman who

eyes hard, and the world slowly snapped back

had hit a wall right after that glass of

not the best at holding her liquor, but she could usually manage a

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