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    The call ended abruptly, leaving Orion''s expression dark and grim.


    Lucius let out an awkwardugh and said, "That woman doesn''t know what''s good for her. Just ignore her; once the hype dies down, it''ll be fine."


    He had never seen a woman who had the nerve to curse Orion so fiercely. Moreover, Orion hadn''t even retaliated. Seraphina was quite something.


    "By the way, I received an invitation to the Cross Group''s anniversary celebration. They''ve invited prominent media from both home and abroad, iming they''ll announce something significant. They might use this opportunity to exin the situation to Seraphina. Let''s wait and see." Orion''s expression remained cold as ice. His voice was cold and gloomy. "That foolish woman."N?velDrama.Org holds this content.


    Orion couldn''t understand what Seraphina was thinking. The situation was extremely tense, yet she refused to take the easy way out. Did she truly believe the Crosses would protect her?


    She wondered if Sivir would marry her.


    In this predicament, anyone who got involved with her would be in big trouble.


    What a silly woman!


    The Cross Group''s anniversary celebration was held in thergest banquet hall in the business district. It was a semi-open space that could amodate a thousand guests. From the upper floors, one could overlook most of the bustling city.


    In several directions, besides the shimmering river running north to south, stood dozens of iconic buildings. Usually, the gigantic electronic screens on these buildings charge within seconds. Tonight, uniform messages celebrating the Cross Group''s anniversary reced all of them.


    Luxuriously understated yet extravagantly expensive.


    The business elite, celebrities, and media reporters attending the party couldn''t help but marvel at the Cross Group''s grand gesture. It was just an anniversary, yet they celebrated it so grandly, which was astonishing.


    Seraphina arrived early at the venue''s lounge. Sivir was socialising outside. Emeris insisted on helping her daughter choose her outfit and jewellery, not tolerating anypromise.


    Initially, Olivia proposed that Seraphina don the gown that Sarah had designed. However, Seraphina declined. Though morous, Seraphina considered that the dress had too many decorations and was inconvenient for her to move around. Sarah agreed with Seraphina''s choice. Her designs were suitable for runway shows but not for formal


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    In light of this, Emeris decided to hire a dozen luxury brand designers. After working overtime, they finally designed over a dozen gowns for Seraphina within a week.


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    Seraphina eventually chose a simple yet elegant off-shoulder gown in a light blue color. It was adorned with hexagonal diamonds, adding to its breathtaking beauty. "This one."


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    The designer immediately showed an excited expression and praised, "You have great taste, ma''am. The first impression at such an event is crucial. If the gown overshadows the person, it wouldn''t be appropriate.


    "Although the colour of the gown was low-key, the design was unique. The meticulous selection and cement of each diamond entuated your figure and fairplexion. When you pair it with these high heels, it''s simply perfect." Beside her, a crew held a pair of exquisite high heels, which were wless.


    Emeris nodded repeatedly and instructed his assistant.


    "Where''s the jewellery? I purchased it from the royal family of Or.


    His assistant quickly brought the pieces forward.


    "Mr. Cross, they are here. They just arrived from Or without any damage or scratches."


    Emeris nced over and nodded. He turned to his daughter and said, "Seraphina, see if you like them. If you don''t, we can immediately have them changed. We have other jewels too!"


    Seraphina smiled helplessly. Upon ncing at it, she recognised that Charlotte II, the former Or Queen, had once worn the ne. She didn''t expect the current Or king to part with it.


    The ne''s design wasn''t intricate. It was a simple, ssic iris motif, which matched the gown perfectly.


    "It''s okay. This is beautiful. I''ll wear this."


    At that moment, Sivir knocked and entered. He said, "Dad, the Droses have arrived."


    Emeris let out a cold smile and said, "Perfect timing. I''m going to greet them."


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