Chapter 575
Chapter 575:
Jenessa smiled warmly and gave her a gentle pat on the head.
“I appreciate the thought, but I’m perfectly capable of going solo. I’ll just make a brief appearance. It’s not that important. You should go home and rest p>
“Alright. Thank you so much,” the assistant replied, deeply moved.
That evening, Jenessa donned a breathtaking gown from her studio, complemented by simple yet elegant hair and makeup, as she made her way to the event.
Upon arrival, she was met with a flurry of greetings.
“Sloane, it’s been a while p>
“Sloane, you look absolutely radiant tonight p>
“Sloane, that dress is a perfect fit, though your makeup could use a bit more pizzazz p>
Jenessa responded with a graceful smile.
“Thank you so much p>
In that instant, another stir rippled through the venue.
“Oh my God, is that Mr. Haynes from WorldLink Group p>
“Ryan showed up too?!” The news of Ryan’s arrival made Jenessa’s heart leap, and she couldn’t help but feel a flutter of nerves.
Although she had half-expected him to make an appearance at such a high-profile event…
Footsteps, familiar and deliberate, echoed from the entrance, and Jenessa turned to see.
Ryan emerged in a dark, understated suit, devoid of any flashy accessories.
Maybe it was just her, but Jenessa thought Ryan looked slimmer than she remembered, with his features sharper and more defined.
For a moment, she found herself lost in a trance, simply staring.
As if sensing her gaze, Ryan’s eyes shifted toward her.
When their eyes locked, Jenessa’s heart skipped a beat, and she quickly looked down, flustered.
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Ryan, however, kept his composure and continued chatting with the person beside him.
The auction organizer, brimming with excitement, darted over with a smile upon hearing of Ryan’s arrival.
After exchanging pleasantries, the organizer suddenly brightened and grinned.
“Oh, and by the way, Sloane is here too. I know you two are close, so I’ve ensured your seats are right next to each other p>
Jenessa’s heart seemed to jump into her throat when she heard that.
Before she could even react, Ryan’s frosty voice cut through the air.
“No need for that. If you could, please seat us separately p>
Jenessa’s hands tightened into fists as she silently turned away.
The organizer, caught off guard by Ryan’s request, hesitated and asked quietly, “But… aren’t you two married p>
Ryan’s expression remained as cold as ice, and he offered no reply.
Feeling the tension, the organizer hurriedly instructed his staff to adjust the seating arrangements.
So, when Jenessa and Ryan took their places far apart, the guests couldn’t help but murmur among themselves.
“Why are they sitting so far apart p>
“Didn’t Mr. Haynes make a big fuss about their marriage to the press not long ago p>
“Exactly. At her grandma’s birthday party, she even promised to plan their wedding. So what’s with this sudden distance p>
“Could it be that things aren’t as rosy as they seem p>
“Mr. Haynes kept their marriage a secret from the start, indicating he may not love Sloane at all. Even when their relationship was revealed to the elite circle at his grandpa’s birthday party, it likely happened under pressure from his grandma p>
“Exactly. I bet they’re just pretending to be in love and have probably already divorced—and are living separate lives p>