Chapter 21

They enjoyed a blissful meal together, giggling and sharing warm smiles. Alexander prepared his mind to just confess his love for her.

As they finished, Elena excused herself to prepare for the party. She emerged later, wearing a flowing yellow sundress with white flowers and a subtle sparkle. The dress was pretty, but perhaps not elegant enough for a high-society party.

Alexander's face lit up with a warm smile as he gazed at her, he knew but overrated the dress. Since he knew Alexander didn't have an alternative, only if she had told him sooner.

"You look lovely, Elena, you will kill them all," he said, his voice genuine and encouraging.

But Charles burst out laughing, pointing at her mom. "Mom, you look like a sunflower in a garden of roses!" he exclaimed, his words dripping with playful sarcasm. "Let me tell you the truth, you look awful mom! The dress is not that appropriate!"

Elena squeezed her face, but she chuckled and playfully rolled her eyes. "Well, It's not like I'm the c