When Love Is a Lie (Whitney and Damian)
Chapter 31

Chapter 31 He Asking That on Purpose

Adilan and Elena quickly made their way to the entrance of the banquet hall, their hurried steps dearing the attention of all present

at that moment, the doors opened to reveal an elegantly dressed woman in a lavender sut, radiating sophistication and grace. Beside her stood a young man in a well-tailored suit Whime's garlanded on the min, recognizing him as Nor

Wearing silver-dimmed glasses, his cool demeanor and deep ryes accentuated his striking features, drauding staren from the crowd.

"That's Mrs. Howard and her son, samoone who repaired them whispered "didn't expect not only the heir of Howard but also Mrs. Howard herself to attend the York

Lady's banquet "

"the deputy 'there

"Don't be silly The deputy mayor wouldn't show up to an event like this. But having his wife and son here is already a great honor for the Yorks."

Steamshule, Adrian and Elena mere personally escorting Madelyn and Borl to the banquet.

"Aur Madelyn," Damian respectfully greeted her.

"Damian, good to see you," Madelyn implied warmly, her lips carrying a pale smile. Though age had left its mark in faint lines, her beauty and elegance were undiminished Standing beside Damian, Whitney gave a polite gresting "Mrs Howd"

Since they weren't married yet, Whitnepcouldn't address her intily.

Staden shifted her paneto Whimey, sizing her up politely. Her eyes lingered on the dress, and a flicker of amusement crossed her expression

Din placed his hand on Whitney's waist. "Yes, Aunt Madelyn You and Uncle Beckham must attend our wedding next month.

"Of course, we're family. We wouldn't miss it," Madelyn replied, then looked at Wimey again. "Damn, you have good taste. The gown from Cocles Boutique is the best in Seabourke. It is your fee perfer the " Carlons Boutique?

Whitney knew little about high-end gowns, but she had heard of Carlos Boutique. Its historycould be traced back to crafting garments for royalty.

she could tell that this game was expense, but she hadn't realized it was from Coloque.

Why had Noel generace from Coins Boutique? If she had known, she would thate when ifonight.

Jastamoment ago, she had told Dumim she bought it in a shopping mall.

Whimey's palm began to sweat. The more she tried to avoid award stations, the more she seemed to find here in them.

"Cockos Botique opened store in a shopping mall? Dumim asked, looking at Whitney in surprise

"Whimney didn't know how to explain and was about to insistitom shopping m

No interjected, "Carlos Boutique did open a store in the mall recently. They or upting of the times, making it easier for customers to access their designs." "that so? I don't remember hearing about it,"

Madelyn said, a hit puzzled.

"The owner mentioned at time he brought over your own, but you might've forgotten, Noel explined.

Madelyn pondered for a moment but then shrugged it off, deciding not to ask further.

Just then, others approached to greet them, and Elesa induced each of them to Madelyn

Damian looked at Noel with a

smulle, holding Whitney's wait more tightly, see if you hadn't explained, I have thought Whitney had lied

me."

"Really? Why world she lie to you? Noel asked, placing a man's and

Whey follan if something had just exploded in mind. She looked up at Noel, her eyes shouring a hint of displeasur Wash asking that on purpose!

Damian maintained his smile and

said, "It's just a joke Whitney and the complete trust in each other. She wouldn't lie to me unless someone is trying to sabotage our

ektionship"

The words, though pole on the surface, carried an undercurrent that was palpable..

Seasing the tension, Adrian tried to was the usation. "Mr. Damian and Ms. Spencer make the perfectch No one could sabotage your relationship." Everyone wanted to see the chance to connect with Meland Dolan, so Adil accompanied them, joining in the conversations.

At a moment like this, Witney didn't need to stay in Dante's side. Rachel had also waked away at some point.

whiny looked around and finally spotted Wee. She was staring off in another direction, het expression tinged with anger

"Who upset you?" Whitney asked as the approached elle

"He's incorrigible!" elle se through gritted teeth.

Whitney to owed her por and saw Thomas standing at the refreshment table, chatting flirtatiously with a woman with wavy hair.

Whitney couldn't hear what Themas said, but the woman doubled over with laughter

„let's catch him in the act, it said, grabbing whiney's hand and heading in their direction.

Whitney wanted to calm down, as they got laser, Thomas and the woman's conversation reached their wars

*board you're already incaped I guess Jean't reach out to you anymore "the woman teased.

Swirling this wine glass, Thoman took a sip and sicked "Marriage is my cholen. The engagement doesn't mean a thing I don't agree to it "