Chapter 378 A Staged Engagement
Eliza rubbed her temples.
She’d originally thought Henry’s father wouldn’t rush things this much. Clearly, she was wrong.
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That old man was so eager, it was as if he wanted them to go get their marriage certificate that very second.
“But I…”
“No buts. Get in the car.”
Henry opened the car door.
Left with no choice, Eliza got in.
Sensing her hesitation, Henry smiled and said, “We’ve known each other this long and don’t even have a photo together. Just think of this as doing me a favor–taking a photo together as friends. That’s pretty normal, isn’t it?”
“I mean, sure…”
But this wasn’t just any photo. It was for an engagement poster.
Once that photo was taken, if Nolan saw it—
“You’re worried Nolan will see it and misunderstand our relationship, aren’t you?”
“Are you two dating now?”
“No.”
Well–technically, they’d dated for a day.
But after Elaine showed up, she and Nolan had gone their separate ways.
Still…
Before Eliza could dwell on it, Henry tapped her forehead. “You’re this concerned, even though you’re not dating?”
“He didn’t care about your feelings when he was with Elaine, did he? He didn’t think about how you’d feel when he lied to you. Now it’s just a guy and a girl who aren’t married yet–and you’re my fiancée. Think of it as your good friend helping you get back at him. No need to feel guilty.”
Eliza shook her head. “It’s not just about him. I’m hesitating because there’s nothing romantic between us. Without love, how can we take an engagement photo together?”
“Actors shoot wedding promos with people they’ve just met dozens of times–sometimes even hundreds You and I don’t have romance, but we do have mutual interests. You’ll get used to it. In our world, playing a role is normal.”
Henry’s voice softened, teasing just a little. “With everything between us, are you still not willing to help
me?”
You’re right, Even if there’s no love, we do have mutual benefits.
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Something about that sentence finally made Eliza relent.
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After all, what benefit in this world ever came out of nowhere? You had to fight for everything yourself.
“Mr. Henry, Ms. Sue–we’ve arrived at the bridal shop.”
“Let’s go, my dear fiancée.”
With a polite gesture, Henry opened the door. Eliza stepped out first.
Inside the bridal boutique, the store manager personally had the staff lay out the prepared dress and tuxedo in front of them.
“Try them on.”
Eliza stared at the pure white engagement gown. It was exactly the kind of dress she used to dream of.
Too bad she’d never had a wedding of her own.
“You go try yours too,” Eliza said.
“Of course. We’ve got to be camera–ready.”
Soon, the staff led both Eliza and Henry to their respective dressing rooms.
Inside, a shop assistant helped Eliza into her gown.
“Ms. Sue, your figure is amazing. Once we finish the styling, you’ll look even more stunning–you’ll look fantastic on camera.”
“Really? Then I’ll count on you.”
“Our makeup artists were handpicked by Mr. Henry. You can tell them what look you like, and they’ll tailor the makeup to your face shape.”
Hearing that, Eliza felt a strange flicker inside, but she didn’t show it. She followed the assistant out of the dressing room.
Henry was already dressed. In a black formal tux, he turned toward her with a warm smile as soon as he saw
her.
“Just like I imagined. It suits you perfectly.”
Eliza didn’t reply.
A stylist came over and invited Henry into the makeup room.
Eliza followed another stylist into a separate space.
Inside, the makeup artist looked at Eliza in surprise. “Ms. Sue, your skin is incredible. I could probably use just some tinted primer and you’d look flawless. I’ve never seen such a young bride.”
“We’re just getting engaged. Not married yet.”
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“Oh, I see. My apologies!”
“No worries. Let’s just get started.”
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The artist selected a soft, light palette. “Our engagement makeup is usually gentle–paired with your dress, it’ll make you look elegant and refined, with soft features.”
“Do whatever you like.”
Eliza didn’t seem picky about it, so the artist stopped asking and got to work
Halfway through, Eliza struck up a casual conversation.
“By the way, did Mr. Henry invite you personally? One of the shop assistants said he brought you in.”
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