Chapter 473

Minnie's hair was a tad unruly, but her fingers worked through it, smoothing it back to sleek perfection.

Catching her own reflection, finally free from the mess and shining bright, Minnie flashed a self-satisfied grin and sauntered into the ballroom.

Whether it was Julia or Minnie, they were always the center of attention—unless Evangeline was around.

So when the revamped Minnie stepped in, she instantly drew many admiring looks. The crowd watched her with hopeful eyes, each man aboard the ship wondering who might win her favor.

With a casual flick of her delicate hand, she singled out the most unremarkable guy tucked away in the corner.

Eyes from all corners of the room zeroed in on the man as he rose from his seat, his hands shaking like leaves in a storm.

Minnie, with the spotlight on her, sauntered over to him and murmured, "Hey, could you... help me out?"

Her eyes sparkled with mischief, practically casting a spell on him.

The guy, who looked like he had never been the ce