Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

"Jackson, what about you? Want to come along?" Fiona paused for a moment, glanced his way, and suggested, "How about you wear that suit I gave you?"

She had specially designed a suit just for him, tailored to fit him perfectly, with a style that was both unique and flattering.

Jackson rarely wore it. To him, it was the most special gift from Fiona, a treasure he held dear. Even for important events, he'd only worn it a handful of times, never for casual meet-ups.

He was so worried about damaging it that he wouldn't even let the staff wash it. You could tell just how much it meant to him.

"Do you want to see me in it?" Jackson asked, his eyes brimming with affection, his adoration for Fiona clear as day.

Fiona nodded eagerly, "Absolutely, I'd love to see it!"

With his incredible physique and striking looks, how could she not be fond of him?

"Alright then, I'll wear it," Jackson agreed, flashing her a smile, his fondness and possessiveness shining through.

Soon, Fiona was whisked away to get ready. She found herself in the living room, surrounded by all sorts of makeup essentials.

The stylist was set to change her hair color and style, but Fiona waved it off, "No need for all that, let's stick with my natural brunette."

After all, she was still a student! She needed to keep some of that student vibe!

Even though college meant stepping into adulthood, Fiona clung to some of her old habits.

"Ms. Fiona, are you sure you don't want to try a different hair color? It could look even better than your natural brunette. Mr. Woods said this party is quite important, and hair dyeing doesn't take too long."

"No, thank you!" she replied firmly, clearly uninterested in their suggestions. "Just go with a simple everyday style."noveldrama

Truth be told, Fiona had wanted to do her own styling, but the last time she tried, even Jasmine had teased her.

The makeup artists got to work. Her skin was already smooth and delicate, so there was no need for heavy makeup-just a light touch did the trick.

"Ms. Fiona, your skin is the best I've ever worked with, so soft and fresh, like a freshly peeled egg."

Fiona chuckled at the compliment. Who praises someone like that? She pressed her lips together, a smile playing on her face. “Thanks.”

Two hours flew by, neither too long nor too short.

Maybe it was the noise outside her dorm that had startled her awake that morning, but Fiona dozed off in the chair. When she woke up, her makeup was done, though she hadn't changed outfits yet.

Jackson headed upstairs to change into the suit Fiona had designed for him. Today, they were set to steal the spotlight.

When he came back downstairs, Fiona had already changed and was waiting, her eyes sparkling as she watched him descend. Jackson quickly made his way down.

"Jackson, you look amazing today! Fiona reached out to loop her arm through his, a smile she couldn't hide leaning in close. "We should get going."

Today, they were sure to turn heads and make a statement.

Josie's party was at seven that evening.

The Larkin family was a big name in the States, famous and respected, and with so many influential families expected, people arrived early to stake their claim to a good spot. Teaming up with any of the four great families of the States was a big deal, and definitely something to boast about.