When Love Is a Lie

Chapter 3 He Asking That on Purpose
Adılan and Elena quickly made their way to the entrance of the banquet hall, their hurried steps dearing the attention of all
present
at that moment, the doors opened to reveal an elegantly dressed woman in a lavender sut, radiating sophistication and grace.
Beside her stood a young man in a well–tailored suit
Whime’s garlanded on the min, recognizing him as Nor
Wearing silver–dimmed glasses, his cool demeanor and deep ryes accentuated his striking features, drauding staren from the
crowd.
“That’s Mrs. Howard and her son, samoone who repaired them whispered “didn’t expect not only the heir of Howard but also
Mrs. Howard herself to attend the York
Lady’s banquet ”
“the deputy ‘there
“Don’t be silly The deputy mayor wouldn’t show up to an event like this. But having his wife and son here is already a great honor
for the Yorks.”
Steamshule, Adrian and Elena mere personally escorting Madelyn and Borl to the banquet.
“Aur Madelyn,” Damian respectfully greeted her.
“Damian, good to see you,” Madelyn implied warmly, her lips carrying a pale smile. Though age had left its mark in faint lines, her
beauty and elegance were undiminished

Standing beside Damian, Whitney gave a polite gresting “Mrs Howd”
Since they weren’t married yet, Whitnepcouldn’t address her intily.
Staden shifted her paneto Whimey, sizing her up politely. Her eyes lingered on the dress, and a flicker of amusement crossed
her expression

Din placed his hand on Whitney’s waist. “Yes, Aunt Madelyn You and Uncle Beckham must attend our wedding next month.
“Of course, we’re family. We wouldn’t miss it,” Madelyn replied, then looked at Wimey again. “Damn, you have good taste. The
gown from Cocles Boutique is the best in Seabourke. It is your fee perfer the ”
Carlons Boutique?
Whitney knew little about high–end gowns, but she had heard of Carlos Boutique. Its historycould be traced back to crafting
garments for royalty.
she could tell that this game was expense, but she hadn’t realized it was from Coloque.
Why had Noel generace from Coins Boutique? If she had known, she would thate when ifonight.
Jastamoment ago, she had told Dumim she bought it in a shopping mall.
Whimey’s palm began to sweat. The more she tried to avoid award stations, the more she seemed to find here in them.
“Cockos Botique opened store in a shopping mall? Dumim asked, looking at Whitney in surprise
“Whimney didn’t know how to explain and was about to insistitom shopping m
No interjected, “Carlos Boutique did open a store in the mall recently. They or upting of the times, making it easier for customers
to access their designs.” “that so? I don’t remember hearing about it,” Madelyn said, a hit puzzled.
“The owner mentioned at time he brought over your own, but you might’ve forgotten, Noel explined.
Madelyn pondered for a moment but then shrugged it off, deciding not to ask further.

Just then, others approached to greet them, and Elesa induced each of them to Madelyn
Damian looked at Noel with a smulle, holding Whitney’s wait more tightly,” see if you hadn’t explained, I might have thought
Whitney had lied to me.”
“Really? Why world she lie to you? Noel asked, placing a man’s and
Whey follan if something had just exploded in mind. She looked up at Noel, her eyes shouring a hint of displeasur
Wash asking that on purpose!

Damian maintained his smile and said, “It’s just a joke Whitney and the complete trust in each other. She wouldn’t lie to me
unless someone is trying to sabotage our
ektionship”
The words, though pole on the surface, carried an undercurrent that was palpable..
Seasing the tension, Adrian tried to was the usation. “Mr. Damian and Ms. Spencer make the perfectch No one could sabotage
your relationship.”
Everyone wanted to see the chance to connect with Meland Dolan, so Adil accompanied them, joining in the conversations.
At a moment like this, Witney didn’t need to stay in Dante’s side. Rachel had also waked away at some point.
whiny looked around and finally spotted Wee. She was staring off in another direction, het expression tinged with anger
“Who upset you?” Whitney asked as the approached elle
“He’s incorrigible!” elle se through gritted teeth.
Whitney to owed her por and saw Thomas standing at the refreshment table, chatting flirtatiously with a woman with wavy hair.
Whitney couldn’t hear what Themas said, but the woman doubled over with laughter
„let’s catch him in the act, it said, grabbing whiney’s hand and heading in their direction.
Whitney wanted to calm down, as they got laser, Thomas and the woman’s conversation reached their wars
*board you’re already incaped I guess Jean’t reach out to you anymore “the woman teased.
Swirling this wine glass, Thoman took a sip and sicked “Marriage is my cholen. The engagement doesn’t mean a thing I don’t
agree to it ”