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“Mr. Lodge, can you at least tellwhere we're going nowhat you've madechange into this outfit?” Ariana
murmured. “This isn’t something you wear to an ordinary vent.”
“Cwithto the charity gala tonight,” Brian replied curtly.
Hearing this, Ariana frowned. “Why not take Evelyn instead?”
“You wantto take Evelyn?” Brian asked, his tone laced with irritation.
“That’s not what | meant. | just think Ms. Granger is a better match for you,” Ariana retorted.
“Ariana, are you trying to pushaway?!
“What do you mean, Mr. Lodge? You and | are just doing this as a business arrangement, and a temporary one at
that. It’s perfectly normal for us to lead separate lives. Everyone knows you're into Evelyn- It’s hardly a secret in
our circle. So, why bother takingto the charity gala?”
Every word Ariana said seemed designed to test his limits.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBrian's expression turned cold. “Have separate lives, huh? Seems like you and William are having quite the time.
“Not as much as you and Ms. Granger. You guys already have a child together,” Ariana retorted casually.
Her offhand comment had Brian's expression darkening immediately. The temperature in the room seemed to
drop by several degrees.
Ariana knew the subject of children was a sore spot for Brian. Though it had only ever been a rumor, the way he
‘reacted now made it clear there was truth to it.
“Mr. Lodge, the stylists have arrived,” Emily announced, walking in from outside. She was followed closely by a
team of makeup artists and stylists carrying their kits.
“Take Ms. Torrey upstairs to get ready,” Brian ordered.
“Yes, Mr. Lodge”
Emily gestured for Ariana to follow, leading her up the stairs with the team trailing behind.
An hour later.
Brian glanced down at his watch, Impatience flickering across his face. “Go see if she’s ready yet,” he instructed.
“Right away, Mr. Lodge.”
Emily was about to go upstairs but paused when Arianna appeared, descending gracefully.
She wore a lake-blue mermaid gown that hugged her curves perfectly, accentuating her slender waist and
elegant silhouette. Her straight, glossy hair flowed freely down to her waist, and her lightly made-up face
radiated a beauty that was both stunning and ethereal.
Even Brian was momentarily stunned upon seeing Ariana. He had never noticed just how breathtaking she could
look when she put in the effort.
“Mr. Lodge, this dress suits Ms. Torrey perfectly,” someone from the team chimed in. “She’s easily the most
dazzling socialite in Gleaston tonight.”
Hearing the voices around him, Brian snapped back to reality.
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Ariana had always been this beautiful. It was just that she used to mimic Evelyn and had always clung to him,
which made him overlook her natural charm.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmBrian averted his gaze from Ariana and said coldly, “Cwith me.”
With that, he strode toward the door. Arlana followed closely behind him, her mind drifting to her past. In her
previous life, it had been Evelyn who accompanied Brian to this charity gala. Back then, Evelyn's stunning
appearance had even caught the eye of someone significant
Thinking of this, Ariana couldn't help bit raise an eyebrow slightly. It seemed that this taround, the
opportunity was hers to seize
Meanwhile, at the Granger residence......
“What? Brian took Ariana to the charity gala?”
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