Catherine sensed his hesitation and glanced at him sideways.Paxton immediately stepped forward and asked, "What's the issue?"The shop owner wore a gloomy expression, trying hard not to let his emotions show. He shook his head slightly."No problem. This dress is from a top-notch designer. It is the final masterpiece showcased in this year's fashion week and was meticulously created by dozens of skilled craftsmen. Let me take it off for you now, and let's see if you're satisfied with how it looks when you try it on!"Catherine didn't care about the extravagant praise the shop owner was spouting. She thought this dress looked simple.Among these various formal dresses, it looked special and also the most comfortable piece to wear.After the staff hung up the formal dress, she politely invited Catherine to try it on in the fitting room.Catherine casually took off the peaked cap on her head, and her hair, shining like seaweed, naturally poured down.When the shop owner laid eyes
When Catherine arrived at the banquet venue, she finally realized the nature of the banquet. The globally renowned business and finance banquet happened to be held in Loxton this year.After Branden got out of the car, he took Catherine's hand and helped her out. Catherine leaned in slightly and looked at him."Grelin Group?"Branden had a small smile and didn't answer. He took Catherine's hand and slowly led her inside."My little girl was just so smart. She can guess everything," he thought. Recently, Grelin Group approached the Swann Corporation regarding a potential collaboration project. However, Linda expressed concern about the significant amount of funding involved and sought a discussion with Catherine.Catherine could tell at a glance that there were problems with the project, but she still chose to collaborate with the Grelin Group."We can't just roll over and play dead when the other side is trying to trick us."Not fighting back would appear as if the Swann C
Liana noticed that Drake's attitude was arrogant, so she immediately brought up Zain."This is the Claytons' event. Doesn't Zain have the right to do that?"Drake looked at her disdainfully. He despised women who relied on their connections.He thought, "Does she think she is special just because she's involved with my cousin?"Drake glanced at Zain and asked, "Zain, should we ask this person to leave?"Zain could sense Drake's anger and felt a bit uneasy.Everyone in the Claytons knew that Drake had a bad temper. No one dared to offend him.Catherine, who found the banquet boring, was not expecting this to happen.Liana was always silly and completely clueless. She even couldn't see how the man next to her feared Drake.For Zain, he was caught between his love interest and the most beloved cousin of the family. After some hesitation, Zain chose to yield to his cousin."Liana, maybe we should just let it go."Hearing this, Liana widened her eyes in disbelief. She couldn't be
Edward's sudden reaction surprised everyone.The onlookers who were admiring Liana for gaining Edward's favor were now following his gaze forward.Step by step, Edward walked up and stood in front of Catherine.His initially stern expression softened as he saw Catherine.It was only then that everyone noticed another stunning beauty standing there. She was even more beautiful than Liana.Liana remained in place and felt extremely awkward.Despite her efforts to get close to Edward, she found herself outshone by Catherine.She wondered what Catherine had that attracted everyone's attention.When Edward saw Catherine, he couldn't contain his excitement. His voice raised a few notches higher involuntarily."Catherine, it's great to see you again. How did you end up here?"Catherine smiled faintly and replied softly, "Just accompanying my boyfriend. I heard you were here, so I came over."After hearing that Catherine had a boyfriend, Edward was surprised. He then turned to look
Edward was stunned for a while when he saw Branden. He knew Branden.Everyone knew Branden as the heir to the Duncans and managing the Duncans' affairs currently. However, as the spokesperson for the largest financial company globally, Edward understood that this mysterious heir to the Duncans was more than what met the eye. Branden had a lot of power behind him.Edward never expected Catherine to be associated with Branden. Catherine was impressive enough, and now these two were teaming up.Edward wasn't sure if this was a good or bad thing.He was relieved that he belonged to Catherine's camp and not on the opposite side. He pitied her enemies. Branden glanced at Catherine with a meaningful look. "You are the trading advisor of the Skybow Group."His soft and low voice was extremely attractive.Hearing Branden's words, Catherine tilted her head and exuded a confident charm. She looked into his eyes.Then she leaned over and lowered her voice to a volume only Branden could
Liana slunk away in frustration and curled up in a corner nearby.She couldn't fathom why she'd lost to Catherine.She thought, "Even if she had received a good education, could it compare to growing up in the Swanns'?"How could Catherine be so successful while I can't?"Zain fretted about Liana's well-being and stayed close by her side.He was also shocked by the truth.When he heard Bryan speak of knowing a girl who was more exceptional than Liana, he thought Bryan was exaggerating or seeing things through rose-colored glasses.In Zain's eyes, Liana was perfect. He didn't believe there could be someone better.But upon seeing Catherine, Zain understood Bryan hadn't lied.Catherine was not only prettier but also far more outstanding than Liana.Sensing the constant presence beside her, Liana no longer wished to hide her emotions. "Why are you still following me? Are you not satisfied with me being a joke? Am I not pathetic enough for you?" She snapped at Zain.Zain was tak
Jada had been in a great mood these days. She knew that the Swann Corporation and the Grelin Group were planning to collaborate on a project.She figured that once the project launched, it would mark the beginning of the Swann Corporation's downfall.Without the Swanns' support, Catherine would not be as high and mighty. Even Branden might not give her the time of day anymore.Jada relished the idea of the Swanns going bankrupt and Catherine's fall from grace.Jada came downstairs in high spirits, only to find her mother rushing in from outside."Mom, what's going on? Why the rush?" Jada asked.Eloise Facer, abandoning her usual composure, dashed upstairs and grabbed her daughter's arm. She looked agitated. "Jada, tell me. What did you do with the Grelin Group?"Jada looked bewildered as she did not understand why her mother was asking this. "Mom, I have no idea what you're talking about. What's happening?""Jada, did you team up with the Swann Corporation from Casier on the so
When Catherine stepped out of the classroom after class, she bumped into Jada right in the hallway.Jada stood there and stared at Catherine.After spotting Catherine, she immediately approached."Catherine, can you come with me? I need to talk to you!"Before Catherine could respond, Amelia rushed in from the side.Amelia had a protective vibe as she asked, "Why should we go just because you call us? Who knows what your intentions are?"Amelia couldn't help but roll her eyes at Jada. She thought Jada didn't seem like a good person.She never quite understood why Jada didn't get along with Catherine, but she didn't dare ask Catherine.She thought that, as an outstanding person, Catherine wouldn't entertain such boring questions.Later, Amelia accidentally talked to Ronin about Jada and found out it was due to relationship issues.Amelia had seen shameless people, but none was as shameless as Jada.Catherine was engaged to Branden, yet Jada wanted to meddle. It was so outrage