Chapter 525
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Linsey observed her colleague’s anxious expression and was taken aback for a moment. Carol’s reputation was no joke—everyone seemed too intimidated to take any risks around her.
“Hey, Linsey,” her colleague said, glancing at the invitation on the desk. “I just realized you’re the same age as Miss Lawson.”
Linsey shifted her gaze to the card, only now noticing that she and Carol were indeed born in the same year. “That’s right,” she acknowledged.
Her colleague sighed. “Both twenty-six, yet you’re so composed and reliable—always calm and collected. Meanwhile, she…”
Noticing her colleague’s hesitation, Linsey chuckled. “Alright, let’s leave it at that.”
After a brief pause, she added, “You should be mindful of what you say. If the wrong person hears, it could land you in trouble.”
Her colleague stuck out her tongue playfully. “Got it. I’ll be more careful next time.”
Once her colleague stepped out, Linsey picked up the invitation again. As expected of the Lawson family—every birthday bash they threw was as grand as a wedding.
She skimmed through it briefly and didn’t give it much thought. She had already planned to make up an excuse and skip the event. Carol probably wouldn’t even notice if she was missing.
But the day before the celebration, someone from the Lawson household arrived at CR Corporation once again.
“Miss Lawson personally selected this dress and jewelry for you.” The attendant presented an elegantly wrapped gift box. “She has also arranged for a car to pick you up at CR Corporation’s entrance tomorrow night. Please be sure to wear these to the party.”
Carol’s attendant handed over the package in front of the entire Fashion Design Department, making it impossible for Linsey to refuse. “Thank you.” Linsey honestly didn’t know how to respond.
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Carol seemed far too invested in her presence. Why go out of her way to send an outfit and even arrange transportation? Was Carol afraid she wouldn’t show up?
That had been the original plan, but now it seemed she had no choice.
After all, their ongoing collaboration on the dress design project was still in motion. It wouldn’t be wise to strain their professional relationship.
Once Carol’s people left, Linsey’s colleagues immediately swarmed around her, whispering with curiosity and envy.
After finally breaking free from the chatter, Linsey retreated to her office, her gaze landing on the dress box sitting on her desk. A sense of unease crept in.
Why was Carol so determined to have her there?
After a moment of thought, Linsey opened the box and examined the gown inside. A careful inspection confirmed that it was a simple yet sophisticated evening dress—nothing out of the ordinary.
Since avoiding the event was no longer an option, she decided not to overthink it. She still couldn’t tell whether Carol’s interest in her was friendly, antagonistic, or something else entirely.
Maybe tomorrow night would finally give her some answers.
With that in mind, Linsey set her worries aside. All that was left was to attend Carol’s grand celebration.
The following evening, Linsey changed into her evening gown at the office before making her way to the company’s entrance.
As expected, the moment she stepped outside, a sleek car was waiting nearby—the one Carol had arranged for her. Linsey slid into the backseat, and without a word, the driver pulled away, taking her straight to the hotel where the grand celebration was being held.
Upon arrival, she stepped out and immediately noticed the lively scene at the entrance. A steady stream of elegantly dressed guests filled the area, arriving for Carol’s lavish birthday party.
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