Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee

Marie, fuming with indignation the moment she considered the disdain shown to Tina, stared at Jared Farrell. “I’m warning you, if there’s a next time that people look down on your wife, don’t blame me for disowning you as my son!”

“It’s really interesting, isn’t it?” Marie said coldly. “With the fame of you being the fragrance expert Q, how can they assume you can’t afford a dress?”

The more she thought about it, the less it eased her anger. She took Tina by the hand and led her to the other side of the venue. “Today, the Reed family has also invited many international supermodels to add excitement to the show, featuring designs by the well-known designer, Mack Tanner.”

“Although Mack’s designs aren’t on par with the master Waverly Underwood, they are still highly sought after.”

“Come on, let’s buy all of them for you as your dowry!”

Tina was speechless.

Mom?

Are things moving this fast?

She hadn’t even decided to marry Jared Farrell yet; she was just not calling off the engagement for now.

Before she could refuse, a piece of strawberry cake stuffed into her mouth, Marie had already dragged her away.

After their departure, Jared Farrell felt a tug at his trouser leg.

“Brother…”

He looked down only to see Sophia standing beside him with a face full of grievances, immediately furrowing his brow. “Why are you wandering off alone?”

“I’m not wandering.” Sophia pouted, clearly upset. “Mom saw Tina being bullied and went to call you, then she just forgot about me.”

Jared Farrell sighed.

Today, the Ashbury Reed family maintained their pride, still upstairs in the lounge with a few friends from Ashbury, leisurely sipping tea, not in a hurry to come down.

Elizabeth, observing the Reed family’s demeanor, also delayed with the Pinewood brothers, adopting their tone and mannerisms.

But it wasn’t fair to leave Amber alone to entertain everyone, so she reluctantly sent Damian and Audrey Woodwind, the younger relatives, down first to assist with the guests.

Audrey Woodwind, initially engaged in conversation with some distinguished ladies in the back tea room, was unaware of the commotion at the banquet until she noticed Marie’s prolonged absence and went to look for her.

Just arriving at the banquet hall, she saw a tall man in a black suit, one hand in his pocket, leading a delicately beautiful little girl towards the runway.

His eyebrows were sharp, his nose prominent, and his thin lips slightly pursed, giving off an unapproachable aura yet still drawing eyes.

Audrey Woodwind was slightly surprised. The last time she saw him, he was confined to a wheelchair, but now, he was dazzlingly walking, leaving her almost breathless.

She watched as Jared Farrell led Sophia to the audience seats next to the runway, handing her over to Marie, then sat down next to a young girl in a champagne-colored fishtail dress, affectionately adjusting her hair.

The girl turned her head towards him, her face stunningly beautiful, her eyes cool yet gentle.

It was Tina.

Audrey Woodwind immediately recognized the unique “Starnight Butterfly” gown on Tina. Her gaze then shifted to Amber, who seemed displeased.

At that moment, a staff member arranged by her whispered the events that had unfolded earlier into her ear, and a playful smile appeared on her lips.

This looked like it was going to be an interesting show.

She chose not to join the crowd at the runway, instead turning to find Damian. It was crucial to keep her cousin occupied, to prevent him from coming to Amber’s aid too soon.

These sisters from Ensford, the more intense their quarrel, the more interesting it became.

Before she left, she couldn’t help but take another look at Jared Farrell, who was speaking affectionately with Tina. The runway lights perfectly highlighted his profile, sculpting his features like a Greek statue.

Suppressing her fluttering heart, Audrey Woodwind picked up her skirt and hurried to find Damian.

On the runway.

This time, the Reed family had invited Mack Tanner, an internationally renowned fashion designer known for his evening gowns, to celebrate Amber’s birthday.

His self-titled brand, Mack Tanner, whether in haute couture or ready-to-wear, far outsold his competitors, which is why when he decided to break into the domestic market, several companies nearly broke down doors for the brand representation rights.

Ultimately, the rights went to the Ashbury-based Woodwind Group.

“How about that, Amber? I went through a lot with my dad to get Tanner here for your celebration,” Elise Chandler told Amber, who had changed out of her champagne-soaked “Starnight” dress.Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

Moreover, Tanner, appreciating his new partnership with the Woodwind Group, also invited numerous international supermodels to support theshow. Though it was a small-scale salon show, it still showcased his latest haute couture creations, which is why he spent most of his time backstage, closely monitoring the models and had not yet made an appearance.

“Thank you,” Amber managed a strained smile. Her outfit was one of Tanner’s new designs, but it paled in comparison to the earlier “Starnight” dress, and even more so next to Tina’s “Starnight Butterfly.”

“She’s just riding on Jared Farrell’s coattails,” Elise Chandler remarked disdainfully, following Amber’s gaze. “No matter how lavish the dress, it can’t hide the fact that she’s just a country bumpkin.”

“Exactly, look at her pretending to appreciate the fashion show. Does she even have the taste for it?” scoffed Gwendolyn.

“Talking behind someone’s back isn’t a pretty look,” came a cold voice.

Gwendolyn turned to find Velma Lehman, who had arrived unnoticed, standing with folded arms at the back, giving them a mocking sneer before walking towards Tina.

She hadn’t planned on coming, but since no one else in her family was available, they sent her, leading her to intentionally arrive late.

“Am I wrong?” Gwendolyn’s gaze shifted from Velma to Tina, who seemed uninterested as she watched the dresses on the runway. When Velma approached, Tina nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

Previously, without Jared or Marie around, Gwendolyn had freely mocked Tina. But now, seeing Tina flanked like a guarded treasure by the two, she was less brazen.

Watching Amber’s hurt expression and envying Tina’s luxurious attire and jewelry, Gwendolyn couldn’t help but provoke, “Tina, what do you think of Tanner’s show this time?”

She didn’t actually expect Tina to offer any insightful comments. In her view, Tina, who’d likely attend a banquet in a T-shirt and jeans, obviously lacked fashion sense and would probably just echo others’ praises.

Yet, to her surprise, Tina, focusing on a newly presented ombre tiered evening gown, frowned thoughtfully and said seriously, “Too much can be as bad as too little.”