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8. Gala Event.

Author: Riri
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-11 02:24:40
Rachel’s POV

I stood in front of my closet, trying to decide what to wear to the business gala. Darius said we had to attend; after looking for every reason to bail on him, he didn’t let me.

I finally settled on a simple yet elegant black dress that fell just above my knees.

I didn’t want to wear anything catchy, just simplicity.

As I slipped into my heels, Diana walked into my room. "Wow, Rach, you look amazing!" she exclaimed.

I bit down a blush. "Thanks, I was going for simple."

"Simple?" Diana raised an eyebrow. "You look stunning! Darius won't be able to take his eyes off you."

I rolled my eyes, trying to brush off the compliment. "Don't go there, Di. Darius and I are just coworkers. Nothing can happen between us so please."

The thought alone didn’t sit well with me, and Darius is way too professional to have such thoughts about me, so it’s a no-go area.

Diana smirked mischievously. "Ah, come on! It's the perfect revenge. His nephew broke your heart; now you can sh
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