“Being a celebrity is really troublesome,” Maria rubbed her neck. “By the way, was that salesperson your friend?”


    “Huh?” Kim didn’t quite understand.


    “When we were running just now, she greeted you,” Maria blinked.


    Hearing this, Kim couldn’t help butugh and cry. He reached out and pinched Maria’s cheek.


    “What are you doing?” Maria’s speech was a bit slurred due to being pulled on her cheeks.


    “You dragged me out but I left my clothes or card in the store. Even this outfit you’re wearing hasn’t been paid for yet,” said Kim, pointing to the tag still hanging from Maria’s clothes.


    Maria looked down and felt embarrassed. “What should we do? Go back and get them?”


    “I’ll contact someone from the mall to have them delivered directly to our parking spot,” said Kim helplessly.


    Maria looked up at Kim, and they both smiled at each other unconsciously. Suddenly, Maria felt like this feeling wasn’t too bad after all…


    Since returning to Guavo, Queena had been hiding behind closed doors because she couldn’t show herself in public. However, Antony had been helping her investigate Jane’s whereabouts recently.


    Jane had encountered many troublestely – such as having a flowerpot thrown down on her during hermute – too many times for it to be considered coincidental anymore.


    Although it seemed like these incidents were just random urrences put together by chance, Jane began suspecting that someone was targeting her specifically… but who could it be?


    Despite thinking about it constantly though, Jane still didn’t feel reassured about what was happening around her so she decided to entrust Antony with finding out more information about Queena instead.


    But two dayster when Antony brought back some surprising news, “Jane, Queena seems to be behind all of these recent events! I found out where she is staying now.”


    “What?” Jane furrowed her brows involuntarily but managed not let any panic show in front of Antony over the phone line; Queena came back already? She only escaped prison not long ago; how did she manageing back so soon?


    Listening to Anthony repeating it on the phone, Jane remained silent for about five seconds before saying, “Alright, I got it. Please keep an eye on Queena for me.”


    “Sure, by the way, Jane, I think Queena’s return and her connection with Antony again might be aimed at you and Mr. Pansy. You both need to be careful,” Anthony kindly reminded.


    Jane’s tone slowed down a bit. “Okay, I understand. Thank you.”


    After hanging up the phone, she became increasingly uneasy. Moreover, Queena’s return was definitely something she needed to inform Patrick about. With that in mind, she called the man to share the news.


    Patrick couldn’t help but be serious too, speaking in a very earnest tone, “Alright, tomorrow is our engagement ceremony. If Queena shows up, I’ll have people pay extra attention. Don’t worry about anything extra, just focus on being a bride-to-be.”


    Jane murmured in agreement, hoping that nothing would go wrong.


    The next morning at 9 am at the venue where Patrick had reserved for their ceremony, many people were busy arranging flowers and balloons as well as setting up small dolls representing the couple in an orderly manner.


    However, there were also many unfamiliar faces present due to Patrick’s request for Morton to arrange extra security measures in case Queena showed up unexpectedly.


    Patrick believed that this woman was mentally unstable but he wasn’t afraid of her per se; he just didn’t want anything to ruin today’s event.


    Looking at his watch briefly before getting back into action again with something else on his mind, Morton approached him saying, “Mr. Pansy, everything is ready.”


    Patrick nodded after ncing around briefly as if remembering something important before proceeding with what needed doing next.


    “I’ve never seen such a grand engagement ceremony,” said one of the waitresses while setting tables with another waitress who replied, “Well look who’s getting engaged! It’s none other than Patrick!”


    “I’m so jealous! When will I ever find such a handsome rich fiancé like him?” said one waitress jokingly while another quipped back, “Just take a nap when you get home; maybe you’ll wake up engaged too!”


    Theyughed together before heading off elsewhere with their trays full of food or drinks for guests attending this special asion.


    A person walked out from somewhere and happened to collide with them, their shoulders brushing.


    “Are you okay…” The waitress was startled, quickly bowing in apology. However, when she looked up, she saw a tightly wrapped face and was momentarily stunned.


    Nevertheless, the person, without paying any attention to the waitress, continued walking with their head lowered.


    “How strange this person is,” the waitress murmured softly while watching her figure.Property ? N?velDrama.Org.


    Just then, Morton walked over and ushered the two away.


    As for the other protagonist of the engagement, she was currently in the dressing room, getting ready.


    Jane sat quietly in her chair, looking at the mirror in front of her. A gentle smile appeared on her face.


    “Miss North, you look really beautiful today,” makeup artist Edith O’Neill said as she stood next to Jane, carefully touching up her makeup.


    “What? Was I not pretty before?” Jane joked softly, making Edith a little unsure of how to respond.


    “I didn’t say that! Don’t use me,” Edith replied with augh.


    Hearing this made Jane’s eyes and eyebrows curve into a smile. Edith was young and Jane liked teasing her from time to time.


    Seeing Jane like this, Edith pouted and acted cute while looking at Jane. This only made Jane even happier.


    Edith decided to ignore the teasing and checked over Jane’s makeup before bringing over the custom-made dress that had been waiting nearby.


    “Miss North, it’s time to change into your dress.”


    Edith’s eyes sparkled as she handed over the dress. It was so beautiful and delicate; she couldn’t wait for Jane to put it on already!


    Nodding slightly, Jane took the dress from Edith’s hands and lightly brushed her fingertips across its hemline with softness shining in her eyes.


    “Miss North, don’t just stand there! Go change!”


    Unable to resist any longer, Edith pushed at Jane yfully. Jane shook her head helplessly and followed along with Edith’s nudging into the dressing room.


    Outside of the dressing room, Edith pulled out her phone and prepared to take some pictures when Jane came out.


    However, the door of the make-up room was suddenly pushed open, a nd Patrick walked in. Edith was surprised but before she said anything, Patrick signaled for her to be quiet. She immediately covered her mouth with one hand and pointed behind her to indicate where Jane was changing. Patrick nodded, and Edith left quietly.


    “Edith… my hair hase loose. Can you help me…”


    Not long after, Jane pushed open the door of the dressing room, but what greeted her eyes was Patrick.