NovelStartChapter 411 Joke After finalizing their outfits, they did their hair and makeup before leaving.
Having attended such banquets before, she had done so either with Benson or alone. It was her first tgoing with Theo, so it made her a tad bit nervous. As a result, she began taking deep breaths.
At her deep breaths, Theo said gently, "We're just going to meet a few people. If anyone gives you any trouble, just retort. You can ctotoo if that happens." With a smile, she confidently responded, "If anyone tries to make things difficult for me, I'll be able to handle it on my own. What would I need you for? To fight for me?" Smiling, Theo reached out to pat her head. However, when he saw her styled curls, he lowered his hands.
Sensing his movements, she reached out for his hand and placed it on top of her head. She then complained, "I really don't understand why you like to pat my head so much, but be gentle with it. Don't mess up my hairstyle." Theo gently patted her head, and his eyes were filled with warmth.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAt around 6:00 pm, they arrived at the Golden Suites Hotel. They alighted from the car, and Sierra held onto Theo's arms as an attendant guided them to the banquet hall.
Someone saw them and immediately greeted them with a smile. "Hello, Mr. Gray." Sierra smiled and greeted everyone calmly. With Theo's introductions, she exchanged pleasantries with everyone there.
Those attending the banquet were mostly influential people within the business industries, and they quickly realized that Theo was purposely introducing his wife to the people within their circle.
They were all surprised, but they played along.
"Not only is Mrs. Gray beautiful, but she also has a sharp intuition when it comes to business. You two are like a match made in heaven." "That's right..." Listening to everyone's excessive compliments, Sierra remained calm and composed, impressing those around her with her composure.
Half an hour later, Sierra had gotten to know most of the people at the banquet under Theo's guidance and with a wine glass in hand. However, her feet were beginning to hurt a little since she was wearing heels.
"You can keep chatting with them. I'll go there and rest for a while," she whispered as she tugged on his arm. Theo glanced at her ankle, mentioning, "You can grab a bite while you're resting. Also, don't drink any alcohol, and I'll cfind you in a bit." Nodding, she released his arm and slowly made her way to the chair by the corner, enduring her aching ankles. She fought the urge to rub them as she scanned the room instead.
It was clear that the Jones family valued Melody greatly.
Although it was just a welcoming banquet, they had booked a two-storey banquet hall. She guessed that Melody was probably still upstairs doing her makeup, considering she was nowhere to be seen.
Suddenly, she realized several young men and women had entered the hall, and they were all chatting together in small groups.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmTheo had brought her around to introduce her to most of the influential people here. They were all people who held real power within their families and their families businesses-inherently different from those youngsters whe were obviously scions.
As such, it was only natural that the groups went their own ways.
Sensing that someone was watching her, Sierra turned to meet a pair of eyes looking at her with disdain. She froze, studying that person.
The woman was wearing a pink strapless dress, and her hair had been tied up with a few curls framing e her face she with a few her face. She had also. looked rather ordinary, and after giving it sthought, Sierra was sure she was not acquainted with her. św "Hello, Cee." A familiar voice rang out from beside her.
Sierra turned around and was startled to see Benson's face inches away from hers.
"Benson, are you out of your mind?"
Their heads had been two inches away from each other if they maved any closer their lips would have touched.
He was already married, and she was now his aunt. They'd be the joke of the town if they had accidentally kissed.
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