“It’s an invitation to Mr. Alfred Moore’s banquet next Wednesday. Don’t forget to attend.” Joyce tossed over her shoulder as she headed for the bathroom.

Natalie skimmed through the invitation card, her brain slow to process the information due to all the wine she drank. It took her a moment to remember who Alfred was. He was her benefactor and also a dear friend.

On the day of the banquet.

The banquet was being held at the Moore family’s winery.

Most of the guests in attendance were some of J City’s most influential, powerful, or rich people.

After settling her kids for the night, Natalie arrived at the winery on time.

That night, she chose to wear a dress of her own design. It was an inspiration from two different cultures, leading to a dress with a high turtle-neck and a body-hugging design at the top. The bottom was of the usual mermaid fit.

The cool tone of the navy blue dress only accentuated the fairness of her skin. She had pinned her silky, raven locks up into a loose bun, revealing the smooth column of her slender neck. With a smile curving her lips, she practically oozed elegance and charm.

The banquet hall was bustling with noise when she entered it. A substantial crowd was already there as the guests milled around and chatted with each other.

The moment she made her entrance, her appearance instantly drew the attention of the hall’s occupants.

 

“Who is she? Why haven’t I seen her before?”

Anyone who

Actually, I would say her figure and features are even better than some

she gracefully accepted the

she had rarely appeared at

Natalie stepped out of the banquet hall and into the corridor. She needed to get a breath of fresh air. Other than that, she would also use

“Natalie?”

just about to open up her purse when a voice

Turning around, she looked in the direction where

her surprise, the person standing on the other end of

the sight of her half-sister. What a small city this is! I haven’t even been back here for two weeks, and

greeted her, she did not move from her spot, merely watching silently as

hurried toward Natalie and stopped in front of her. For some reason, her voice

had spotted the woman on the other end of the corridor, she thought she was mistaken. Now, there was no denying

I’m here to attend the banquet,” Natalie replied

that possible? Where did you even get the invitation?” Jasmine cried out

just any normal

In reality, there was no way

don’t have to concern yourself with that.” It was then Natalie noticed the expressions playing across Jasmine’s face. Other than visible surprise

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