Chapter 13
Kate wandered around the second floor of Aura Supreme, noticing that the gowns here were indeed far superior to those on the first floor, though they were naturally much pricier.
As Alfred had mentioned, growing up in the countryside had made her a bit sticker-shocked at the idea of gowns costing tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars, despite having been back in high society for over a year now.
12 smile. But despite the smile, Kate could sense the critical
Hearing footsteps behind her, Kate turned and saw a young woman approaching with a eyes sizing her up.
“Hi. Ms. Sowle.” The way the assistant addressed her made Kate realize this must be Belinda, the owner.
In the past, when she accompanied Celia, the manager had attended to them personally, but she had never met Belinda before. With Belinda’s reputation as Sherpsel’s top designer for luxury gowns and her busy schedule, it was rare for regular customers to meet her, let alone he served by
her.
“Hi Miss Sutton.” Belinda stepped forward, dismissing the assistant with a wave and extending her hand with a warm smile. Tm Belinda. Nice to meet you.
Kate shook her hand gracefully, returning the smile. “Nice to meet you, too
Belinda chuckled. “Have you found anything you like? Want me to pick out a few that might suit you?”
She eyed Kate’s figure–curvaceous and well–proportioned–with refined features and a surprisingly good demeanor. Kate was nothing like the uncouth country girl the rumors suggested, especially with her waist–length hair.
Indeed, rumors could be misleading.
“Ms. Sowle. I really appreciate your help. Honestly, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed and can’t seem to decide,” Kate admitted truthfully
The second floor was a blend of styles, each gown more stunning than the last, Kate couldn’t help but admire them all
Belinda smiled warmly. “You’re my guest. It’s my duty to do it for you. She led Kate to a white gown, gesturing to it. “I think this one would look amazing on you. Why not give it a try!”
Kate glanced at the gown she’d been eyeing since she stepped onto the second floor, though her indecision had grown with all the choices
“Alright, I’ll trust your judgment.” Belinda quickly took the gown off the rack and handed it to Kate.
When Kate emerged in the gown. Belinda couldn’t take her eyes off her, silently marveling. No wonder she’s the real Sutton heiress. Even after Twenty-
-five years living someone else’s life, her natural elegance hasn’t faded. In that luxurious gown, she’s every bit the princess
“Miss Sutton, take a few steps,” Belinda suggested.
Kate did as she was told, then asked, “How does it look?” She’d seen herself in the mirror and was pretty pleased with the reflection
Belinda nodded with approval. “It’s perfect for you.”
“Kate made up her mind on the spot. “I rake this one, then.”
“No need to rush–try a
ry a few m
more.” Belinda insisted, bringing over a few more gowns for Kate
With each one she tried, Belinda’s enthusiam grew. She couldn’t help but think how incredible ja would be to have Kate as her exclusive model. Kate’s complexion, grace, and figure made every gown shine, even better than the professional models she usually worked with. But she hesitated to suggest it not wanting to make Kate uncomfortable.
Belinda summoned the shop assistant, instructing her to escort Kate downstairs to the checkout and to make sure she got a discount.
The ausistant was stunned as they had never given discounts on these gowns.
Unaware of Aura Supreme’s no–discount policy, Kate was thrilled with the gesture. It quickly washed away any lingering bad feelings from the
incident on the first floor.
Belinda offered a plausible explanation. “Miss Sutton, I heard about the poor attitude of my staff earlier. Rest assured, I’ll deal with it.”
Kate and the assistant both assumed the discount was Belinda’s way of dealing.
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PARA ELEGIR
DE LUNES A DOMINGO
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Chapter 13
After Kate left with the assistant, Belanda headed back towards the elevator. A few minutes later, she was sitting across from Alfred.
“Mr. Davidson, I did as you asked. But why her?” she asked, a him of envy and frustration in her voice.
Kate was the first woman to really caich Alfred’s eye
Alfred’s tone was flat as he responded, “No particular reason.”
He stood up from the sofa, settled back into his wheelchair, and pushed it forward. “I have Cynthia come by for some custom gowns,” he added. offering Belinda a form of repayment.
Cynthia Davidson, his younger sister by eight years, was the only heiress in the Davidson family’s generation.
The Davidson family was full of men; no daughters had been born in five generations. After three sons. Alfred’s mother had given up hope of having a daughter until, at thirty–six, she unexpectedly got pregnant and gave birth to Cynthia
Cynthia’s birth caused a sensation in the entire Davidson family. The Davidson company even handed out generous bonuses to all employees to celebrate the occasion.
As Belinda walked Alfred out, she mentioned with a smile, “I designed all of Cynthia’s gowna.”
In
Belinda’s social circle, Cynthia was the queen bee. Other ladies stepped aside when she was around
“Alfred, I’d like to ask Miss Sution to be my exclusive model, Belinda asked.
Alfred didn’t even hesitate. “She won’t be your model”
How could my wife model for your Alfred thought. Even if I don’t love her, she’s my wife now, and no woman in Sherpsel could rival her status. If anything, you should be modeling for her
Belinda wasn’t deterred. “How do you know she wouldn’t want to model for me?” she asked, confidence oozing from her tone.
Given the Sutton family was barely hanging on among Sherpsets elite, she thought asking Kate to be her exclusive model was practically doing her
favor.
Alfred didn’t bother answering. He could see that Kate’s health had improved and the scar on her hand had healed. It was time to bring her back to the Davidson family and take responsibility for her…
Belinda wasn’t annoyed by the silence–she was used to it. He often didn’t respond to questions; it was just who he was–aloof and proud.
If it weren’t for that accident. Belinda glanced at his legs. If it hadn’t been for the car crash that left him impotent, she thought she would have done everything in her power to marry him
It’s not that I am shallow, but life was too short and who would want to live like a widow forever? she thought. What a damn shame:
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