The next morning, David arrived early at the Darling family’s home.


    Meanwhile, Audrey had been up before dawn, knowing David would being over for breakfast.


    She sat at her vanity, applying a wless makeup look, then went to her wardrobe to pick out a red, low-cut spaghetti strap dress. She styled her hair in a chic updo, finishing the look with sparkling jewelry. She looked radiant.


    "Miss Darling, you are gorgeous! Honestly, you’re the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen. If you joined the entertainment industry, you’d leave all the actresses in the dust," Skr gushed, unable to hold back her admiration.


    "You’re just saying that to tter me," Audrey teased with a yful smile.


    "It’s not ttery, it’s the truth. You’re stunning-like a fairy," Skr said, almost pleading with her eyes for Audrey to believe her.


    "Do you think I’m prettier, or is Danielle prettier?" Audrey asked casually, her tone just the right amount of pointed.


    Skr, instantly understanding Audrey’s question, didn’t hesitate. "There’s noparison! How could she evene close? You were raised in the Darling family, she’s from some small town.


    "You’re miles ahead of her in everything- academics, talent, and let’s not even talk about looks. You’re a rare beauty, like a rose. She’s just a in little flower."


    Audrey basked in thepliments, feeling her confidence grow. "Then why does David like Danielle so much?"


    A hint of jealousy crept into Audrey’s voice.


    "She must have used some trick to catch Mr. Charrington’s eye. But I know that one day, Mr. Charrington will realize how amazing you are and change his mind. "If I were him, I’d pick you up in a heartbeat. Look at you today-you’re radiant. Once you go downstairs, I guarantee you’ll outshine Danielle," Skr said, her admiration genuine.


    "You really know how to tter me. Here, take this diamond bracelet," Audrey said, handing over the sparkling piece of jewelry.


    Skr’s face lit up with excitement. She knew that her ttery had worked, and it seemed like it was going to pay off. She’d have to keep putting Danielle down to keep Audrey happy.


    "Miss Darling, this is too much, I can’t ept it," Skr hesitated, though her eyes sparkled with desire.


    "Take it. If you keep working hard, there will be more where that came from," Audrey said, fully aware of Skr’s longing look.


    "Thank you, Miss Darling. I’ll make sure to do everything you ask," Skr said, her gratitude clear.


    "Good."