tuous ensemble, strolled through the hall, exuding confidence

, acquaintances swarmed around he

he competition's grand prize was almost certainly destined for Delilah. Winning would not only af

y radiant today! Surely, this ex

her's legacy-truly captivating. Even her casual outfits set her apart.

d to the jealous stares that would follow her anticipated triumph. "Tha

ing with pride. "It's your innate talent too, Delilah

r daughter will also be in the competition.

plied sharply, "I have only one daught

of the Edwards family had not been publicly acknowledged, rumor

be mistaken. Are you talking about that girl who can't even ske

arsh dismissal as a blatant denial of her own flesh an

belonged to. They just needed to know w

at today's event. Being a judge, you must ha

ce laced with surprise as she processed the unexpected news. The t

ging project, but JE's presence could effor

rds, you d

swered with a gracious smile,

eness while implying that she was privy to secrets sh

ver a chance, we'd love for

Laurie agre

hered around Laurie, exc

to forge a connection with a luminary in t

he more prominent Laurie became, the m

is glowing admiration, adored like a queen, she'

enly snapped to a f

ng here? Had she come to submit a