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.

time, she would dance in secret, earning the nickname 'Nightclub Queen' among the

not know why she loved to dance so much. It was all because Evangeline knew about Walter's impressive moves. She was scared that his brilliance would just leave her in the shadows, so

was to be his equal. Sadly, she never got the chance

the moment finally came, she

then, her icy, nervous fingers were suddenly warmed by a

presence was undeniable. With a swift turn, Evangeline found herself wrapped in

It's about the dancer, not the shoes," said

they

partner.

Little did they know...

corner, in a VIP room, a woman who had been deep in slumber cracked open her eyes,

snapped back into focus. However, it was night, and all she

had hit a wall right after that glass

the best at holding

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