He had the broad shoulders, trim waist, and long legs of a runway model, captivating everyone's gaze. The elite women of society buzzed with excitement, all of them eager to learn everything about him.
"Who's that woman with him? How cwe didn't notice her before?" someone asked, taken aback.
Everyone's expressions turned to frowns when a shriek pierced the air from among the guests.
"She's Shelia's sister.
She was here a moment ago, but no one noticed her in those plain clothes.
Who knew she'd look so stunning when she got all dressed up!" Surprise flickered in every pair of eyes.
The young woman before them was clad in a red gown that made her fair skin glow.
The dress hugged her slim waist perfectly, fiery and vibrant, shining like the sun.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShelia's hands balled into tight fists, her anger simmering.
She couldn't fathom why Lindsey had ended up in the water, nor why Jacob's mother had taken her to change into such a stunning dress.
Staring at Lindsey's enchanting look, envy coursed through her.
She wished she could make her sister vanish and regretted the decision to invite her.
Kendra's gaze on Lindsey was filled with bitterness.
Her plan to get rid of her backfired, only to make her more dazzling.
The red dress seemed as if it was crafted just for her.
Her daughter, Shelia, was suddenly relegated to a mere background character.
Kendra seethed with frustration.
She blamed herself for bringing this upon herself! Lindsey approached Shelia and Kendra with a smile.
"Kendra, you probably think the dress I wore earlier was too plain.
That's why you put in so much effort to helpfind a better one.
Thank you.
Shelia widened her eyes and exchanged a glance with Kendra.
Suddenly, Kendra's expression shifted.
She bit her lower lip and twitched the corner of her mouth.
"Old Mrs.
Perry has arrived!" 's BunnyBookery Someone called out, and everyone's attention shifted upstairs.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThey watched as a few servants assisted Melinda Perry downstairs, followed by Jacob's parents, Arthur Perry and Evelyn.
The hall filled with guests gathered on both sides of the staircase, gazing up at Melinda.
Jacob approached Melinda first, exclaiming, "Grandma!" Melinda leaned on a cane adorned with a golden phoenix pattern, exuding the poise and elegance of a prominent family.
Her face Lit up with joy seeing Jacob, and she descended the stairs to clasp his hand.
"Jacob, where's your girlfriend? Have you brought her with you? Letmeet her.
" Jacob was the darling of the family.
Not only did Arthur and Evelyn adore him, but Melinda, who was nearly a century old also adored him. After all, Jacob was the youngest in the family.
That's why Jacob was so arrogant.
For his marriage, his family only m asked that it be a girl of hisliking, e decent and educated. Despite the tolerant conditions, Jacob had been hesitant to tie the knot.
However, they had heard that he was in a serious relationship this tand his family, and especially Melinda were eager to meet this young woman. Jacob had no choice but to introduce Shelia to them.