He Who Covets the Abandoned Bride (10 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 153

“I need to pull myself together.”

I can’t let myself fall into such negative thoughts already.

It’s true that overconfidence—believing I can do anything—might be a problem, but giving up before even beginning would leave me unable to accomplish anything at all.

Acting like a coward and turning possible things impossible would cause trouble not only for myself but also for Adrian.

Laila placed her hand on the baron’s, who stood beside her waiting to escort her.

“Let’s go, my lord.”

“Of course, madam.”

The baron was just as well-mannered as Count Orson.

Though some might dismiss him for his lower title and modest family background, Laila found her heart opening naturally to his gentlemanly conduct, regardless of such things.

As they walked hand in hand into the hall, Laila asked the baron a question in advance.

“Might we encounter members of the Fitzroy royal family here?”

“It’s possible, though highly unlikely. We’ll be stationed far from the central floor.”

Following the baron’s steps, Laila’s eyes widened at the splendid sight of the banquet hall unfolding before her—the shimmering, swaying chandeliers, the distant glow of the dance floor, and the beautiful melodies softening the clamor.

This gathering, drawing countless nobles and rivaling even the Founding Day celebration in prestige, was now fully prepared for enjoyment, leaving Laila utterly awestruck.

True to his earlier warning—that underdressing would invite disdain among nobles—nearly every attendee glittered in resplendent jewels.

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