When I Was A Wallflower

The man was tall and slender, and his strides conveyed confidence. On the other hand, the lady in the long, bodycon dress moved gracefully. Her gait was as graceful as if she were a runway model. The couple wore matching clothes, and only the masks on their faces were slightly different in color. In addition, it further enhanced their appearance as a lovely couple.

"That's my cousin and his new girlfriend." Michelle Walsh took the initiative to introduce them to Leo. She reasoned that he must not have known them because she had just returned and not participated in the line of people greeting visitors at the front door.

"I honestly wonder why he suddenly started dating an influencer." She viewed influencers negatively and frequently looked down on them. However, to maintain a positive image in front of Leo, she avoided harsh criticisms of them.

"Toby!" Then, she waved at her cousin and greeted him.

Coincidentally, he approached her with Amelie.

"This is my cousin, Michelle." Toby looked at the two of them with a meaningful gaze but still introduced them to Amelie.

Hearing the name 'Michelle,' Amelie recalled the conversation between Brenda Peyton and Eunice Monroe, the eldest and second daughters-in-law of the Walsh Family. Though it brought her mind somewhere else, she still greeted her politely. "Nice to meet you, Miss Walsh."

Despite her disdain for influencers, Michelle had to courteously return the greeting in front of Toby. Afterward, she introduced them to Leo, "This is the renowned president of Genesis Company, the young and promising Mr. Leo Alston. He's also my idol, by the way!" She then tilted her head on purpose, almost leaning against Leo as if she was close to him.

However, Amelie was no longer interested in interacting with Leo, but she didn't want to dampen Toby's spirits, so she nodded and greeted him indifferently, "Hello, Mr. Alston." She not only followed the rules of basic etiquette, but she also kept an appropriate distance, acting as though it was their very first encounter.

On the contrary, Leo's gaze was plastered on her face as his dark orbs turned gloomy.

The fingerprints on his fair skin stood out under the lights, seemingly reminding Amelie of what had happened before. Subconsciously, she retreated.

opportunity it is for you to meet your idol on the first day of your return from abroad. I'll entrust Leo to you tonight, then.

Michelle heard that, her face instantly turned crimson as she whined at him. She was ecstatic to hear

before leading her to where the rest of his

He placed his hand on Amelie's waist before leading her

engage in conversation rather than return to where she had been earlier. However, Leo's attention was

living by selling their bodies or looks. Not many are truly talented. Frankly, those who enjoy watching

caught Leo's attention.

and immediately adjusted her posture to show him her best

her expectations, the look in his eyes was not one of tenderness or

are willing to sell your looks or body, I doubt anyone will want to see. Qualifications with no essence are equivalent to wasting your parents' money!"

while she trembled weakly. Have I been insulted by Leo Alston, a man of

since she was young, everyone treated her like a princess wherever she went! To be belittled outright was a humiliation she couldn't accept. Before long, her eyes turned red as tears pooled in her eyes.

and affectionate. Without

from behind, shook his head and sighed secretly at Michelle. Among all the people in the world, you shouldn't have criticized Mr. Alston's beloved. He is considered lenient

Walsh left the stage with the help of his sons after delivering his speech. Then,

music sounded

tonight. Please start the dance," one of his grandchildren urged him.

masquerade party, everyone started cheering for him boldly as he had

getting old. Youngsters like you should take over the dance floor." As he searched amidst the crowd, his gaze eventually landed

hesitant expression was hidden beneath her mask. Nonetheless, she wanted to get through the party silently, but the situation