StartNovelChapter 824: Before the larger celebration, a select, private gathering was organized for the intimate circle of family and friends of the Green and Sanderson families.
Although the gathering was small, with just a few guests, each attendee was closely linked to both families and held considerable sway in their respective spheres.
This exclusive assembly was closed to the general public, yet it didn't deter the press. Major news organizations positioned themselves at the entrance from early in the day.
Even a glimpse of the arrival of these prominent individuals was enough to generate substantial media interest. The secluded gathering took place on the highest floor of the Grand Oak, strategically set up to ensure a smooth transition to the engagement banquet that would follow.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAs the private event wrapped up, guests were ready to slip into their second ensembles and ascend to the banquet hall.
In the main banquet hall, Jose and Belinda were the first to make their entrance, followed by Lonnie and Skyla. Adorned in Harlee's custom designs, Jose was impeccably dressed in a black suit, while Belinda wore a strikingly tailored purple dress. The dress, crafted from cotton satin, was adorned with hand-embroidered plum blossom patterns, a testament to Harlee's meticulous craftsmanship.
The design accentuated Belinda's silhouette, enhancing her natural elegance and poise.
Harlee's choices for the engagement outfits broke from traditional bridal wear, instead embracing influences from early 20th-century fashion.
Belinda's entry immediately captured attention, her elegant appearance eliciting admiration and compliments from other women, a level of recognition she rarely received. With a composed smile, she engaged warmly with the attendees, gracefully acknowledging their compliments.
Latest at gVlnovesSoon after, Skyla made her entrance with Lonnie by her side.
Her attire, a delicate white dress, contrasted beautifully with Belinda's, projecting a soft, peaceful vibe. Together, Skyla and Belinda presented a captivating visual, drawing admiring glances and the envy of other guests.
Following them, Oaklee arrived with Patrick, dressed in a light blue dress from Harlee's collection two years ago. Oaklee was instantly recognizable to the attendees as the eldest daughter who had been ostracized by the Swain family.
Arm in arm with Patrick and holding a wine glass, Oaklee approached Belinda and Skyla with a gentle smile, asking, “Belinda, Skyla, haven't Harlee and Rhys arrived yet?” Belinda returned the question with a cryptic smile.
"They're planning to arrive later. They have a spectacular surprise in store for us." Belinda knew Harlee's choice of the early 20th-century thfor the event and was buzzing with excitement about the innovative surprise Harlee had prepared. She was thrilled by Harlee's clever ideas and eagerly awaited the passage of time.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmUpon hearing this, a gleam of excitement appeared in Oaklee's eyes, and she responded with enthusiasm, "Really? I can't wait.
Harlee's concepts are always so unique."
Skyla agreed, adding, "We should see the surprise in roughly ten minutes." Skyla had managed to coax the details of the surprise from Harlee.
Despite being past fifty, Skyla's curiosity remained vibrant, always on the lookout for discoveries Them momentHarlee hinted at a surprise, Skyla had beclively and insistent, determined to uncover what it was.
Oaklee burst into laughter, saying, "Ten minutes? I'll take this tto say tosay hello to sfamily members, and F.
then it should be just the right moment."
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