Chapter 127 Dressed to Dazzle
Josh’s face lit up with a smile when he saw Lauren. “Ms Bennett, you must be exhausted.”
Lauren was surprised. “Josh? What brings you here?”
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Josh stepped forward, gently taking the gift box from her hands and placing it carefully on the nearby table. “Mr. Brooker wasn’t sure when you’d finish, so he already taken Madam Kate to the banquet hall.”
Lauren nodded slightly. It was only right that the host of the event arrived early.
Glancing at the clock on the living room wall, she noticed that the hands had already reached ten.
Feeling a bit self–conscious, she said, “Josh, please wait a moment. I’d like to freshen up first.”
She must look utterly drained after an all–nighter. Showing up to Madam Kate’s birthday banquet like this would be completely inappropriate.
Before she could do anything. Josh snapped his fingers. A team of people walked in from outside, carrying makeup kits and styling tools.
“Ms. Bennett, Mr. Brooker has already arranged for a stylist. It’ll take no more than thirty minutes. You’ll definitely make it to the banquet hall before the event starts at eleven.
Then, he turned to the lead stylist. “Andy, I’ll leave Ms. Bennett to you.”
The man named Andy was dressed flamboyantly, exuding an air of theatrical elegance. He crossed his arms, twirled his fingers, and gave Lauren a once–over, his face twisted in disdain. “I honestly don’t know what an alpha like Mr. Brooker sees in a little bean sprout like you.”
Lauren was speechless.
Clicking his tongue, Andy continued his ruthless critique. “Your skin is dull; your complexion is lifeless. My goodness! Look at your lips, all chapped and dry. Are you even a woman? You don’t even have as much feminine charm as I do!”
Again, Lauren had no words.
Josh’s eyelid twitched, his voice turning icy. “Andy, if you don’t want this job, just say so.”
“Fine, fine! I won’t say another word, alright?” Andy huffed, rolling his eyes dramatically as if Lauren were
his arch–nemesis.
Lauren shot Josh a questioning look. He returned a reassuring glance, mouthing silently, “Don’t worry! He’s like this with every woman who gets close to Mr. Brooker, not just you.”
Lauren instantly understood. She beamed at Andy. “Then I’ll be in your capable hands, Andy.”
Andy took command, directing the makeup artists to work their magic.
A soft cotton pad gently brushed against Lauren’s face, evening out her fatigued complexion. A light layer of foundation followed, expertly applied with a sponge seamlessly covering her dark circles and exhaustion, leaving her skin smooth and radiant.
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touch of refinement. A delicate sweep of soft pink eyeshadow adorned her eyelids, deepened at the outer corners with a subtle shade of brown to create a mesmerizing depth in her gaze. A fine stroke of eyeliner, a coat of mascara, and suddenly, her eyes sparkled with an irresistible charm.
As for the blush, Andy chose a delicate peach–pink, dusting it lightly over her cheekbones, adding a youthful, rosy glow.
Finally, a layer of hydrating rose–colored lipstick coated her lips, making them appear luscious and dewy. As if a single touch would release a drop of nectar.
Andy took a step back, tilting his head in satisfaction.
Sauntering over to a rack of exquisite gowns, he let his fingers glide over the fabric before settling on a delicate pale pink dress. Made of flowing chiffon with subtly trailing hem, it exuded an air of ethereal grace. “A young lady should always look fresh and vibrant, Andy declared.
When Lauren slipped into the dress, the transformation was breathtaking. The soft elegance of the gown. washed away the lingering shadows of her past hardships, revealing a version of herself she had almost forgotten. She was now a radiant, spirited young woman full of life.
Andy then styled her hair into a low, elegant bun, allowing a few soft strands to frame her face. A delicate pearl necklace completed the ensemble, enhancing the gentle, fairy–like aura surrounding her.
When Lauren looked at herself in the mirror, she almost did not recognize her own reflection. She had nearly forgotten she used to be bright, cheerful, and full of vitality before returning to the Bennett family,
So, this is what she looked like when she was not weighed down by endless struggles.
Andy stepped back with a flourish, admiring his handiwork. “No doubt about it. I can turn even the most ordinary into something divine!”
Lauren was speechless again. Alright, she was getting used to his sharp tongue by now..
Even Josh could not help but praise, “Ms. Bennett, you look absolutely stunning today.
He was already looking forward to seeing Mr. Brooker’s reaction when he laid eyes on Lauren’s breathtaking transformation.
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