one of the city's most luxurious buildings. She had never been inside, so nervousness settled in her

er humble and modest home. Daniel led her to the bedroom he had set aside exclusively for her and s

situation but tried to maintain

g at the dresses. "I want you to look spe

uncomfortable when she saw the etiquette governess who was there to advise her on how to behave in

Ava asked, a

"She will teach you everything you need to know about etiquette and mann

ening. She wasn't sure how she was going to adapt to this new lifestyle, bu

how to use special cutlery and carry her purse correctly. Ava tried to pay attention and f

he was intelligent and had great potential, but she needed to polish her soci

ob, Ava," Daniel said a

uch," Ava replied

to introduce yourself to the business world and show them that you're my fiancée. But I also need

equest, but she knew it was important f

th determination. Daniel smiled and hugg

ers in her new world of luxury and glamour. Despite some difficulties

wed Miss Franklin's suggestions and careful

rm-fitting, with a vibrant, deep-red color. The deep V-neckline was adorned with imitat

and flowed to the floor, with a generou

f Daniel's gaze on her, but at the same time, she

aid as he took her hand and drew her

ime. She allowed Daniel to kiss and caress her, altho

o the dinner," Ava said, t

to her. Ava allowed herself to go along for a bit longer, trying to enjoy

she said, feeling nervousne

partment. The atmosphere was romantic, with dim li

e business dinner but also exci

t the restaurant with Ava, his "

ppearance of his ex-girlfriend, Karen Hastings. He knew she wouldn't give up easily and would try to win

roduced Ava as his fiancée. They all congratulated her and asked about their enga

ble. He became a bit tense and greeted the woman politely. Ava noticed th

ut the show had to go on. She couldn't lose control. Th