Chapter 260 The Glamorous Couple
The banquet was held at the Turner family's villa.
In the center, a fountain danced under the music, spraying silvery water in unpredictable rhythms. Flanking it were sculptures carved from white jade, their ethereal beauty illuminated by neon lights. The mingling of water and sound created a sensory feast that epitomized high-society extravagance.
Indeed, compared to Seraphina's birthday bash, this event was on a whole new level.
This was Brooklyn's first visit to the Turner family mansion. Despite knowing Megan for over three years, she had never been to Megan's home. In retrospect, Brooklyn couldn't help but chuckle cynically at the state of their friendship.
As the early summer night descended, the festivities unfolded outdoors, beneath a canopy of stars, with a meticulously arranged pathway of small pebbles leading the way.
The Turner family was a true paragon of aristocracy. Their commercial empire, built over three generations, was not just talk but a testament to their immense power and wealth.
Brooklyn thought, 'But why is the Turner family so eager to intertwine their fate with the Kingsley family? Even though they aren't at the top of the wealth rankings, their status ensures they rank among the top three without question.'
A flicker of doubt crossed Brooklyn's mind just as the car door swung open.
The arrival of the stretch limousine captured the attention of the guests, who instantly recognized who was stepping out.
Everyone paused their conversations, red wine glasses held aloft in silent anticipation of Sebastian's entrance.
As he rounded the front of the car, Sebastian's tall figure exuded elegance. He extended his arm in a silent yet inviting gesture toward the beauty inside the vehicle.
Brooklyn nodded as she emerged, immediately drawing attention with her three-inch heels accentuating her slender ankles. Even if one didn't look any further, that glimpse alone was enough to spark imagination.
Her conservative but stylish sleeveless dress featured a classic round neckline. The light caught the necklace around her neck as she stepped out of the car, and the sapphire pendant refracted a myriad of dazzling lights, showcasing her ethereal grace.
Elevated by her heels, Brooklyn's poise was captivating as she looped her arm through Sebastian's. Although her expression remained serious, the subtle arch of her brows suggested a smile hidden beneath a facade of elegance.
Together, they were the undeniable center of attention as they walked down the red carpet.
Sebastian smiled slightly, revealing a trace of the unique blend of disdain and nobility that only he possessed. The crowd around them could hardly hold back their reverence.
Silence enveloped the scene as the guests stood in awe, welcoming the couple often referred to as a legend.
Atop the white jade steps, Megan nearly dropped her wine glass in shock.
She thought, 'Brooklyn? What is she doing here? The invitation list hasn't included her name, nor has Sebastian's invitation card mentioned her. How dare she brazenly attach herself to him! Fuck you, Brooklyn!'
And it didn't stop there. Megan recognized the necklace around Brooklyn's neck. The pendant was adorned with a top-tier sapphire, once a symbol of nobility that had passed from Britonia to Gallonia. Many of the world's elite regarded it as a badge of honor, and a few years back, Sebastian had purchased it for a whopping three million dollars at an auction.
She thought, 'Can you believe it? She's wearing it around her neck! That gem is worth more than her life! How dare she wear it!' Megan's fingers gripping her crystal goblet tightened. Her meticulously chosen Givenchy white gown paled in comparison to Brooklyn's simple red dress, which seemed to steal the spotlight.
The necklace she was wearing, a gift from Jennifer, couldn't hold a candle to the 200-million-dollar gem Brooklyn was flaunting.
"Wow! My goddess is finally back!" Kelly was supposed to be a minor player tonight, planning to mingle in the crowd and slip away unnoticed. But she never imagined that she'd see Brooklyn and Sebastian making such a grand entrance.
Brooklyn, now rid of her previous misfortunes, was exuding an air of royalty, radiating confidence and authority from head to toe.
"The most beautiful woman? Are you blind or something?" A sneering voice cut through the chatter, dripping with contempt.
Kelly's jaw tightened, her fists clenched. She whirled around, anger blazing in her eyes. "Who the hell just called her that?"
The voice, barely registering, retorted, "That bitch you're talking about!"
Kelly's lips curled into a vicious smile. "Oh, really? That's the way it is, huh? Watch your mouth and don't let me hear any more nonsense!"
"You little bitch, you better watch it!" The aristocratic young woman's face flushed with rage as she glared at Kelly, her teeth grinding.
"Who cares?" Kelly dismissed her with a wave.
Meanwhile, Samantha stood by the fountain, her crystal goblet gently swaying as she glared at Brooklyn, the center of attention. Her jaw tightened in fury. She vowed she would never let this person who always sabotaged her plans get away with it.
Standing nearby, Piper, who had no intention of making a fuss, looked on with disdain. "Dr. Scott, tonight's Dr. Mitchell is truly the center of attention."
Samantha gripped the edge of her chiffon gown tightly, crumpling it in her hand. "An impoverished miss with nothing but arrogance. All she did was latch onto Sebastian to become the queen of the Kingsley family. What's so special about her?"
Piper lazily swirled the crimson liquid in her glass, taking in the scene. She thought, 'Clearly, there are plenty of people here tonight who are gunning for Brooklyn.'
At the Turner family's gala, the female guests clustered around the periphery, while the men dominated the central area. Every well-dressed gentleman was a notable figure in Aucester.
But no one could ignore the distinguished guest making his entrance.
Sebastian, with his tall, imposing figure, walked alongside Brooklyn down the white-tiled path. His face was a portrait of cold elegance, his demeanor exuding an unspoken, noble grace.
As he appeared, it was as though countless spotlights were trained on him, drawing the gaze of everyone present.
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