"Wow, Lila, you look absolutely stunning tonight!"

"Lila, happy birthday!"

"Lila, may I have this dance?"

...

The Fletcher family had gone all out for Lila's birthday celebration, inviting the elite of Cloudflare City's upper class. It was clear how much importance they placed on her, and everyone in attendance understood this, treating her with great kindness and respect.

Lila, with her flawless makeup and sweet smile, gracefully declined the young man who had asked her to dance. Instead, she said with a grin, "You should invite my sister-in-law to the opening dance. She's an amazing dancer." The young man's gaze shifted toward Selena, and his eyes lit up with admiration.

Selena was dressed in a sleek black gown, simple in design but perfectly tailored to accentuate her elegant figure. Her long, wavy hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her makeup, though subtle, highlighted her striking features. The result was a look that was less sultry and more innocent-a style that could make anyone's heart skip a beat.

"But that might not be appropriate... Mrs. Fletcher should be dancing with her husband," the young man said, clearly intrigued but still hesitant, knowing full well the intimidating presence of Aaron.

"My brother has some business tonight and will be late. The opening dance can't be

charm and innocence made it impossible to

a brief moment of consideration, the young man gathered

her

have

suit, with a patterned shirt underneath, extending his hand toward her. Selena

man blinked in surprise. "But Miss Lila said you're a

she's just

interjected at that moment. "Selena, Lila's dress isn't suitable for dancing.

appearance of a loving mother-in-law, her act impeccable. To outsiders, it seemed

few guests nearby turned to watch the interaction, and Nathalie was certain that Selena wouldn't dare

briefly before she set her champagne

it a try," she said,

thought of dancing with

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