Chapter 254


    Chapter 254


    in mariage, there’s no need for formalities.” He extended his hand to take bers, and Gwendolyn


    úrnailed greatly, slipping her arm through his


    Together, they entered the grand auction hall, bustling with a well dressed crowd.


    “Gwendolyn Roselind, arm in arm with Jameson Chadwick, called out, waving. “Over here, dear”


    Gwendolyn greeted them with reserved warmth.


    Roselind appraised her outfit with a nod of approval “A youngdy should always dress to the nines,


    although your jewelry could use a bit more dazzle. I’ll select something more eye catching for youter”


    “Thanks, Mom” Gwendolyn epted her mother’s kindness without protest.


    “Mom always spoils you rotten, Gwendolyn. What about me? I’m your daughter too, Jeannie pouted


    yfully.


    “You’re such a drama queen, Roselind quipped, tapping Jeannie’s nose, but her smile faded as she


    caught sight of a family just entering the hall.


    Jeannie followed her gaze and muttered, “Talk about a mood killer”


    “Hi, everyone Fancy seeing you here,” Selina said, gracing the room in her white, embroidered gown,


    the ruffled bust exuding elegance.


    She greeted them with a polite cheer, “Roselind, you look more beautiful every time I see you.”


    “It’s been too long, Roselind, Jameson, Magnolia and Derrick said as they approached, exchanging


    forced pleasantries.


    The families had been close once, with Roselind and Magnolia as confidants. But a car ident had


    tom that bond apart.


    Magnolia, swallowing her pride, said, “Roselind, let’s put the past behind us. You’re a mother too, and


    surely you can understand my feelings.”


    Roselind retorted with a hint of sarcasm, “Pain is only real when it hits you personally”


    Selina tried her best to soften the atmosphere, “Roselind, Howard and I grew up together, and our


    families have always been close. I mean, I always regard Howard as my brother, Can’t you forgive us?”


    Roselind scoffed, walking up to Selina with Gwendolyn in tow, “Selina, everyone says you’re mature


    and generous. If you call Howard ‘brother, why not greet your sister–inw Gwendolyn as well?”


    Selina was at a loss for words. How could she possibly call this country bumpkin her sister–inw?


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    With a huff, Roselind led Gwendolyn toward the front of the auction hall, the others trailing behind


    Stomping her foot, Selina’s eyes filled with tears of frustration. “Mom, Howard still can’t forgive me.


    What should I do? What’s even the point of living anymore?”


    Magnolia hugged her tenderly, “Don’t cry, sweetheart. Whatever you want, your father and I will make


    sure you have it.”


    The thought of Selina lying in a pool of blood was unbearable for Magnolia.


    Sharing a knowing nce with Derick, he assured. “Don’t worry, Howard will be yours.”


    Inside the auction hall.


    The seating was pre–arranged, with the Hamilton and Chadwick elders on one side and the younger


    generation on the left. Gwendolyn spotted Mr. Peterson from afar


    When Howard and Gwendolyn made their entrance, the entire hall witnessed the grace of this


    apprentice to a renowned healer, beautiful and skilled, a true catch indeed.


    She bore no trace of her rustic roots, and indeed, clothes make t


    the man


    or


    or in this case, the woman.


    ly by a narrow aisle from Selina and Ryan, Gwendolyn gently touched her chest and took her seat.


    Howard sat beside her, separated only by a


    who were apanied by a portly businessman in a floral shirt.


    “That’s George Gonzalez, Ryan’s uncle,” Howard whispered, noticing her nce.


    “Okay Gwendolyn murmured, feeling uneasy under George’s peculiar gaze.


    The lights brightened, and the auctioneer took the microphone, announcing. Ladies and Gentlemen,


    wee to the annual Luxe Legacy Bidding. Let the event begin.”


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