Chapter <b>79 </b>Seductive


    The dinner that was mentioned repeatedly was supposed to be the biggest banquet of the whole voyage.


    Everyone was expected to show


    Willians had set out a few fancy outils for Emelie to choose from, all hanging neatly on hangers.


    There was even a professional makeup <b>team </b>on standby


    But the more he fussed over her appearance, the more Emelle felt a sense of coldness creeping In.


    It was like she was being dolled up for some kind of high–stakes deal.


    She wasn’t


    In the mood and randomly picked one outfit.


    William was sitting on the couch, flipping through a magazine.


    He nced over and remarked, “That one doesn’t go with that diamond ne,”


    Suddenh, it all came back to her


    William had bought that diamond ne at an auctionst night and had suggested she wear it with a dress.


    Putting aside hers


    runease, Enelle chose a


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    <li>a stylish gown with a sleek design.</li>


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    <b>The </b>gown, <b>a </b>subtle shade of light <b>green</b>, flowed elegantly to her ankles.


    It looked sophisticated and refined from the front, while the <b>back </b>revealed intricate cut–out patterns.


    It showed off just a hint of her shoulder des and maintained a natural sense <b>of </b>allure.


    The stylist gently swept Emelie’s hair to one side. Then, she delicately ced the diamond ne before applying makeup to give Emelic a fresh appearance.


    As the makeup artist pondered over which lipstick to choose for Emelie, a hand suddenly emerged from behind Emelie and reached for one of the lipsticks.


    <b>The </b>makeup artist stepped back


    Emelle looked up to see William’s reflection in the mirror. He had changed into a simple ck <b>suit</b>, looking poised and refined.


    William carefullypared the lipstick shades against Emelle’s lips before deciding on a warm cinnamon color.


    He then took his time to apply it perfectly


    Emelle stayed still. She was taken aback by his unexpected skill in using his fingertips to blend the lipstick <b>on </b>the <b>edges </b>of her lips for a softer


    finish


    He had never applied lipstick to her before. Given her rare asions of wearing makeup, his effortless expertise hinted at practice on someone else’s lips.


    Emelie could only Imagine one person who would have had him apply lipstick personally: Daphine.


    It also perfectly captured the essence of their pure love.


    After he was done applying the lipstick, Emelie thanked him and then proceeded to put on the pearl earrings.


    With her inherently cool demeanor, this refined <b>ensemble </b>truly showcased her best features, entuating them to the fullest.


    Emelie eventually picked up a knitted shawl and wrapped it around herself.


    William came closer to <b>assist</b>, his hand gently guiding from her shoulder to her chin as if he might lean in for a kiss


    Instinctively, Emelle tumed her head away


    William’s voice turned solemn, “You never refused me before.”


    Emelie lowered her gaze. “Mr. Middleton, you know things are different now.”


    He wouldn’t have handed her over to another man before, either.


    William stared into her eyes.


    As Emelie walked past him toward the door, <b>Jayden’s </b>words echoed in William’s mind–she truly seemed to be considering resigning


    His <b>eyes</b><b>, </b>naturally deep, now appeared even darker than the turbulent sea outside.


    As Emelie and William entered the banquet hall on the second floor, they attracted the attention of many <b>guests</b>.


    The attention they received stemmed not only from William’s prestigious status <b>but </b>also from Emelie herself.


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    Chapter 79. Sedactive


    Rumors had already spread about Leon’s sudden disappearance earlier <b>that </b>afternoon.


    Some gossip suggested that he <b>had </b>made inappropriate advances toward William’s femalepanion, Emelie.


    As a result, Leon was expelled from the ship for angering William.


    So, Emelie was suddenlybeled as <b>the </b>one causing all themotion.


    Emelie even overheard someone <b>whisper</b>, “She’s such a seductive one. No wonder even William, who usually steers clear of women, can’t


    resist her charm.”


    Emelie was rendered speechless.


    She wondered where this notion of her being seductive <b>came </b>from and why people assumed William was distant from women.


    Seeing Emelie’s expression, William smirked and picked up a cocktail from the table, teasingly offering it to her lips. “Feeling upset?”


    For Emelie, there was no need to feel upset over such a trivial matter.


    Emelic epted the cocktail. She took a small sip and was careful not to drink too much. She needed to <b>stay </b>alert and ready to handle whatever came her way.


    As Elias walked toward them, she casually asked, “Why isn’t Mr. Gleamfield here this time?”


    William raised an eyebrow and quipped, “You’re missing him <b>already</b>?”


    Caught off guard by William’s remark, Emelie looked at him incredulously.


    Es had already approached them. Raising an eyebrow, he suddenly walked away.


    Emelie was even more confused. “<b>Why </b>did Mr. Undvike leave?”


    It was because her recent nce at William seemed too flirtatious.


    Emelie looked absolutely stunning tonight. Every smile and movement of hers was radiating grace.


    Thus, Elias chose to politely step away and let them enjoy their moment undisturbed.


    William also felt a slight flutter in his heart at the sight of her.Content (C) N?v/elDra/ma.Org.