Never Too Far Novel

Mary was Willow’s all-around assistant. She could do everything, including Willow’s makeup and everything else in her life.

“Sure, Miss Presgrave. I’ll ensure you’ll look stunning tonight.”

“Gosh, no! Just do as you would normally. Don’t overdo it and make me look horrifying.”

“How could I? You’re born with beautiful looks that could charm all the boys, even with the lightest makeup.” While doing Willow’s makeup, Mary asked, “Miss Presgrave, are you looking forward to meeting your Prince Charming tonight?”

Willow denied, “No, I’m not. I’m only twenty-three this year. I’m not in a rush for marriage.”

Laughing, Mary rebuked, “When fate comes knocking, you can’t stop it.”

Willow’s makeup, she changed into a black evening dress, and as soon as she put on her fox mask, an air of mystery and elegance enveloped

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all young cruise ship passengers because many were excited to meet someone new. Similarly, Willow

Josephine were ready for the

all sorts of delicate masks entered the venue. Those mutually attracted to one another would group together, and the added mystery of the mask evoked a

his gaze on her because he feared his woman would get hit on by other men. He refused to

could not hold back her excitement. Amidst the music, attendants were shifting through the crowd on the dance floor with red wines, offering them to customers

the ballroom, causing tension and chemistry within

figure behind her. As such,

him. “I’m sorry, but I already have

woman like yourself to have several dancing partners, right?” The man

was about to reject his offer again, she felt a domineering hand wrap around her waist, followed by Ethan’s voice, warning the man, “She’s mine, so leave her