The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday
Chapter 326

"I just hope Kieran doesn't recognize me. That's all."

And it wasn't just Kieran. It was everyone else in Echo City, too. As the executive of W Group, she couldn't possibly be known as the heiress of the Dawson family.

"Don't worry. Kieran won't recognize you," Ronan said, clapping his hands.

The stylist had brought the evening gown Ronan had meticulously picked for Freya.

Blinding in its brilliance, Freya gasped at seeing the gown. "Isn't this a bit too grand?"

The gown was all in diamonds, not large but numerous, sparkling like stars. The white, strapless, floor-length design screamed seduction and nobility.

And to top it off, Ronan had even prepared a fox fur stole for her. This outfit would make her outshine movie stars.

"I want you to be the most beautiful woman in Echo City. That way, no one will mistake Susan for Freya. At most, they'll only think you look somewhat alike," Ronan said with a smile. "But this dress does come at a cost-two million. I believe Ms. Dawson can afford it." Freya nearly gritted her teeth as she said, "You indeed know how to do business!"

"Thank you," Ronan replied, his smile widening. "I've also prepared a surprise for you tonight related to this dress."

"What surprise?"

"If I told you, it wouldn't be a surprise, would it?" Ronan said. "But trust me. You'll love it."

As night fell, Eloise and Kieran stepped out of the same car.

Jarrett opened the door for them.

Knowing about the banquet

beforehand, Eloise had prepared her evening gown early. She was dressed to the nines, her diamonds glistening, drawing everyone's attention with a glance.

"Ms. Harwood, that gown is the icing on the cake. I've never seen such a stunning dress before. It suits you perfectly!"

"This must be Mr. Sutton's gift, right? We all know how much Mr. Sutton adores you, Ms. Harwood. Today, we finally see it for ourselves."

"Ms. Harwood is truly unrivaled tonight. I bet even the new executive of W Group can't hold a candle to Ms. Harwood's beauty!"

The crowd showered Eloise with compliments as if lifting her to the heavens, partly out of respect for Kieran, who stood by her side.

Their praises were not just polite remarks. After all, Eloise was considered the prettiest woman in Echo City. No one in their circle had seen a woman more beautiful than Eloise.

Eloise smiled modestly, saying, "I'm flattered. I've heard Miss Susan is quite the beauty. I wouldn't dare compare."

With that, Eloise glanced at Kieran beside her and added, "What do you think, Kieran?"

Kieran didn't bat an eye, not giving any sign of reacting to Eloise's comment.

Just then, a car engine approached. Judging by the sound, it had to be Ronan's car Curious eyes turned toward the sound, and everyone was eager to glimpse this reputed beauty, the executive. Eloise was no exception, intrigued by the woman who had won Ronan's favor.

Rumors had it that the two had

known each other overseas. Recently, the gossip had gotten more scandalous, suggesting that Ronan's disinterest in other women over the years was due to Miss Susan.

The secretary had already opened the car door.

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