Landon, as the director of Cosmos Group, was a man who paid attention to detail. He hadn't just arranged for a dress. He'd even sorted out the jewelry Chloe would wear—the latest hot-selling items from Cosmos Group's own brand flagship stores. Before long, Chloe's makeup was finished. She studied her reflection and raised an eyebrow in surprise. Was that really her? The woman in the mirror was breathtaking. The expertly applied makeup had elevated her features, making her look like she'd walked straight out of a storybook. Staff members nearby couldn't hold back their admiration. "Ms. Lewis, you look incredible. Just wait until you put the dress on." "That gown is going to be perfect on you." "If a fairy ever got lost and ended up in our world, she'd look exactly like this. Now I understand what 'love at first sight' really means."Chloe offered a faint smile at the praise. "Where is the dress?" A staff member promptly brought over a box. When the lid was lifted, Chloe's smile widened. She hadn't expected Landon to be this thoughtful. Inside was the very first design from her Four Seasons collection—"Song of Spring." It was the first piece she'd submitted after joining Cosmos Group. Now, here it was, transformed from a sketch into a real, beautiful dress. The new collection was about to be released, and she was the first person to wear it. She would be the one to reveal it to the world tonight. She finally understood Landon's plan. This was her chance to debut the dress. She had a feeling it would be the talk of the evening. Once Chloe slipped into the gown, the effect was stunning. "Wow!" The makeup artist gasped. "Ms. Lewis, you're... gorgeous."Everything was perfect. With every step she took, the skirt flowed and shimmered like the first morning light filtering through a forest—beautiful and almost magical. Chloe looked at her reflection and allowed herself a soft, genuine smile. It was her first time wearing such a formal gown. The last time she'd worn something special was for her wedding to Arthur. But that ceremony had been a simple, rushed affair, witnessed only by the Lewis and Myers families. Now, she had left the shadow of the Myers family behind. A fresh start was waiting for her. When Chloe, now fully dressed, walked to the car, Darin was on the phone with Landon. He turned around, saw her, and was so struck he forgot to respond to his boss's instructions. "Did you get that?" Landon's voice came through the phone. Darin snapped out of it. "Mr. Voss, Ms. Lewis is ready to go." He ended the call and hurried to open the car door for her. "Ms. Lewis, your carriage awaits." Chloe got into the car gracefully, and they set off for Mistveil Manor. She had a clear goal for tonight's auction. Meanwhile, the entrance to Mistveil Manor was bustling with arriving guests. Before anyone could enter, they had to pass through strict security. Phones and other communication devices weren't allowed inside—the banquet's details were to remain private. Every guest had to present their invitation. No invitation, no entry. It didn't matter who you were. If your name wasn't on the list, you weren't getting in. A sleek Rolls-Royce pulled up to the entrance. A doorman rushed to open the door. Arthur was the first to step out. Right behind him, another figure emerged from the car. Jennifer was dressed in her finest. She wore an exquisite gown and a complete set of glittering diamond jewelry. Anyone with an eye for such things could tell it had cost a small fortune. From the black Mercedes-Benz MPV behind them, Madilyn stepped out. She was wearing traditional attire and an emerald pendant—the very gift Jennifer had sent over earlier. "Arthur!" Jennifer walked over gracefully and positioned herself neatly by his side. She acted demure, choosing not to link her arm with his. Madilyn glanced at the space between Jennifer and her son, a flicker of coldness in her eyes. "Arthur, remember to greet Mr. Slade later," Madilyn said, keeping her words brief. "He was close with your grandfather. They haven't spoken since your grandfather fell ill." Her eyes scanned the other arriving guests, a look of pride on her face. "Mr. Myers!"One of the guests spotted Arthur first and came over with a smile to pay his respects. Arthur responded with a polite smile. The guest handed him a business card before moving aside. He then produced a silver invitation and headed inside. When Madilyn saw the silver invitation, she gave a slight, disdainful sniff. The Myers family's standing in Capaville was clear. Among all the guests here, only a select few held the coveted gold invitations. For most people, getting one was just a dream. Jennifer noticed this too, and a secret thrill ran through her. She had always dreamed of moving in these exclusive, high-status circles. And now, here she was, not just attending but doing so with a gold invitation in hand, ready to receive the treatment she felt she deserved.