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Audrey introduced, âBrian, this is Wendy and Callum Sands.â
âNice to meet you.â Brian looked at the two people in front of him sweetly and said proudly, âEveryone says I look like Mommy.â
The more Wendy looked at Brian, the more she liked him, especially his sweet and clever demeanor, which made her both fond and protective. âIâll make some food for you, okay? Your mother used to love the food I made for her when she was little.â
âThatâs great.â Brian nodded happily, eager to eat the same food his mother loved as a child. However, he thought it was a pity that Lucas couldnât taste it too.
After lunch, Audrey received a call from Phoebe, who was coming in the afternoon to take her to pick out a gown. Phoebe had originally sought a top designer abroad to create a custom gown for Audrey.
Since Phoebe had acknowledged Audrey as her goddaughter, she wanted her to appear as beautifully and perfectly as possible. She hoped Audrey would captivate all the young men in Northville.
However, the time was too tight, and Audrey showed little interest in the matter, so Phoebe had to take charge. She had waited for decades to have a beautiful and obedient daughter, to buy her pretty dresses and lovely jewelry. This dream was finally coming
true.
After picking up Audrey, Phoebe took her to a luxury gown shop named âWellingtonâ in the financial center.
Audrey glanced at the brand, raised an eyebrow, and followed Phoebe inside.
âAudrey, girls should dress themselves up beautifully. I will pick some clothes for you today because you donât have enough.â Phoebe held Audreyâs hand, eager to dress her up like a princess.
Although Audrey didnât particularly enjoy shopping, she didnât want to dampen Phoebeâs spirits and obediently sat by while Phoebe picked out clothes.
âMrs. Roscente, are you selecting clothes for this young lady? We have some new arrivals that you might like.â The saleswoman was quickâwitted and immediately handed Phoebe a booklet of the latest collections.
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Phoebe happily took the booklet and boasted âYes, this is my daughter. Iâll give you an address, and you can deliver the new arrivals to my home.â
âOf course, maâam.â The saleswoman nodded respectfully.
âGodmother, I have plenty of clothes, thereâs no need to waste money,â Audrey said. She indeed had many clothes. While she rarely bought them herself, people frequently sent her new ones, particularly those that werenât available on the market.
âNo way. No woman ever complains about having too many clothes. Iâll buy you some more jewelry later too.â Phoebe held Audreyâs hand with gentle affection.
Be it in the past or now, Audrey had never felt a motherâs love. Being pampered by Phoebe, she felt a slight warmth in her heart.
âIâll take this, this, and this.â Phoebe pointed to several gowns in the booklet.
Wellington was known for its luxurious gowns. They were often chosen by celebrities for formal events. Each gown was unique and exquisite, contributing to Wellingtonâs prestigious and highâend reputation.
When the saleswoman brought out the gowns, Phoebe urged Audrey to try them on. Audrey reluctantly got up.
Shortly, the dressing room door opened, and Audrey emerged in a dazzling silver gown. Her naturally glowing skin shone even brighter under the lights, making her look radiant. Her delicate features were further illuminated, making her look almost ethereal.
Phoebe was mesmerized at first sight.
âThis gown looks stunning on her. It makes her look like a fairy.â Even the saleswoman was taken aback. She had never seen such a beautiful woman before. Despite serving many celebrities, none came close to Audreyâs beauty.
âTry these two next.â Phoebe was both excited and delighted, wanting to shower her daughter with the best of everything.
Audrey tried on several gowns, each one more dazzling than the last. Phoebe, thrilled, decided to buy them all..
After selecting the gowns, Phoebe picked out a few casual outfits and then dragged Audrey to buy more jewelry. For the first time, Audrey found shopping exhausting. Yet, seeing Phoebeâs joy and satisfaction, Audrey couldnât help but indulge her.
By the end, Phoebe affectionately referred to Audrey as âAuddieâ instead of âAudrey,â
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The day only ended after they had dinner together. Phoebe dropped Audrey back at her home.
Three days later, the Roscente familyâs party arrived. This was the first time they had held such a grand event. The family had gone all out, inviting almost all the elite families of Northville. The back garden was magnificently decorated, reflecting the importance of the occasion.
This grandeur piqued the curiosity of many attendees, eager to see the young lady who had earned such favor from Phoebe.
The Hernandez family, though not a topâtier family, held a certain status in Northville and naturally received an invitation too.
Phoebe had personally arranged to send them the invitation to ensure Audrey would shine in front of them. She wanted them to know the daughter they had neglected was now treasured by her. She also wanted them to see how remarkable Audrey was.
From now on, it wasnât the Hernandez family who didnât want Audrey but Audrey who couldnât be bothered with the Hernandez family.
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Since Sarah signed with Winter Entertainment, she had been laying low. She had also been waiting for this day. After today, she would see to it that Audrey met her downfall,
Sarah wouldnât miss such a big event. She wanted to see Audrey embarrass herself before all of Northville.
Sarah got out of the car with her parents, a sinister glint in her eyes.
âSarah, arenât you close with the daughter of the Roscente family? Do you know who Mrs. Roscenteâs new goddaughter is?â Rebecca asked. She eyed the luxurious manor with envy, recalling the unpleasant memory of being driven out of the Hernandez familyâs home by Audrey.
âMom, youâll find out soon,â Sarah replied, keeping the secret for a grand reveal.
Rebecca detested Audrey. If it hadnât been for Audreyâs mother occupying the position of Williamâs wife for so long she wouldnât have been a mistress, and Sarah wouldnât have been illegitimate.
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indicating her deep affection.
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The day only ended after they had dinner together. Phoebe dropped Audrey back at her home.
Three days later, the Roscente familyâs party arrived. This was the first time they had held such a grand event. The family had gone all out, inviting almost all the elite families of Northville. The back garden was magnificently decorated, reflecting the importance of the occasion.
This grandeur piqued the curiosity of many attendees, eager to see the young lady who had earned such favor from Phoebe.
The Hernandez family, though not a topâtier family, held a certain status in Northville and naturally received an invitation too.
Phoebe had personally arranged to send them the invitation to ensure Audrey would shine in front of them. She wanted them to know the daughter they had neglected was now treasured by her. She also wanted them to see how remarkable Audrey was.
From now on, it wasnât the Hernandez family who didnât want Audrey but Audrey who couldnât be bothered with the Hernandez family.
Since Sarah signed with Winter Entertainment, she had been laying low. She had also been waiting for this day. After today, she would see to it that Audrey met her downfall
Sarah wouldnât miss such a big event. She wanted to see Audrey embarrass herself before all of Northville.
Sarah got out of the car with her parents, a sinister glint in her eyes.
âSarah, arenât you close with the daughter of the Roscente family? Do you know who Mrs. Roscenteâs new goddaughter is?â Rebecca asked. She eyed the luxurious manor with envy, recalling the unpleasant memory of being driven out of the Hernandez familyâs home by Audrey.
âMom, youâll find out soon,â Sarah replied, keeping the secret for a grand reveal.
Rebecca detested Audrey. If it hadnât been for Audreyâs mother occupying the position of Williamâs wife for so long she wouldnât have been a mistress, and Sarah wouldnât have been illegitimate.