Chapter 0069

PRESENT DAY

As they got to the end of the staircase, Ava left Luke's side and approached the guests with a radiant smile. As she mingled, a guest greeted her, "Ava, you look stunning tonight!"

“Thank you,”Ava would reply back.

From across the room, Amelia's eyes narrowed, her gaze fixed on Ava with jealous glares. She couldn't help but feel envious of the attention Ava was receiving.

Amelia forced a fake smile and approached Ava, "Ava, you look good."

Ava replied, her voice sweet and innocent, "Thank you, Amelia. You're looking lovely tonight as well."

The exchange was identical to their first encounter, but the tension between them was readable. Amelia's eyes flashed with anger, her smile faltering for a moment before she regained her composure. The rivalry between them was still simmering, waiting to erupt at any moment.

Jackson's eyes locked onto Ava, his voice filled with admiration. "Ava, you shine brighter with each passing day."

He took her hand in his, his lips inches from ki