Chapter58
The next day, after Cindy recovered, Ashley went home. She needed a dress for the banquet. She went to a high–end boutique.
“Can I help you?” The clerk asked.
“I’ll just look around.”
She hadn’t attended many banquets. Chase and Lily wouldn’t take her there, and Emily was retired. Thanks to Cindy, she had basic fashion sense. There were many beautiful dresses. She
ound it really hard to choose one.
She saw a light purple sheer gown with exquisite embroidery. Paired with a necklace, it was elegant and luxurious. She walked towards it. As she reached out, the manager grabbed her hand. “Sorry, this is
VIP client. It’s very expensive…” custom–made dress for
a
“I understand.” She was disappointed. The most expensive dresses in the store seemed ordinary compared to that one.
She chose an embroidered white silk dress. As she paid, she overheard the clerks whispering, The necklace and dress cost over $30 million! It’s like wearing a villa! The rich are so extravagant.”
“Right, and they probably only wear it once…”
$30 million… She couldn’t afford it. She left.
Cindy called, inviting her to dinner. Learning about the banquet, she came over the next afternoon to do Ashley’s hair and makeup. The dress and makeup enhanced Ashley’s elegance.
When Tim arrived, he was amazed.“You look beautiful.”
“Thank you.”
In the car, Tim said, “Are you returning tomorrow?”
“Yes.”
Tanya, the algorithm genius I mentioned, will also be there. I’ll introduce her to you. Ashley froze. Tanya? The one who returned from LA?”
