Aldrich offered a noncommittal smile in response.
Catching his eye, Jenifer prodded, “Do you find her attractive?”
Aldrich arched an eyebrow.
“She carries herself well.”
Selina’s beauty wasn’t striking.
Yet her background in dance lent her a grace surpassing that of average women.
And although she was a butler’s daughter, Gail’s tutelage in the fine arts had imbued her with an
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“How does she compare to me?” Jenifer inquired, her tone laced with envy.
Aldrich cast his gaze upon Jenifer, wearing a smile, and remarked, “Women are always in a
competition with each other. She’s the daughter of a butler though. Why measure yourself against her?
Don’t demean yourself.”
His tone carried a trace of disdain.
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Selina was the subject of his scorn.
It made sense; after all, she was the offspring of a murderer. A good temperament amounted to
nothing.
Jenifer responded with a smile.
Recalling the set of photos someone had sent her earlier, a subtle glimmer danced in her eyes.
It showed Selina had a history with Aldrich.
But it didn’t matter. Now, he was her fiancé.
Jenifer hoped Selina understood her place and would refrain from enticing her fiancé.
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In the hotel’s banquet hall, several resplendent crystal chandeliers illuminated the space. As the
Moreno family entered, the atmosphere warmed.
The guests comprised the wealthy and influential.
Not only Skrix’s industry luminaries but also the Moreno family’s relatives and friends were in
attendance.
The Hughes family, as relatives through marriage, was also present.
Debora, appearing joyful, engaged in conversation with Brendan’s parents in the rest area.
Frankie, Brian’s father, was also among the attendees.