Chapter 185
Ten days later,
Javier threw an extravagant party for Allison. The celebration took place at Javier's newly acquired estate, kicking
off at seven in the evening. Allison had been up since eight that morning, getting ready.
At the last Fisher family gathering, Emily had remarked that a lady ought to wear a gown. Allison considered
having one custom-made at Oak Lake's fanciest boutique, but, given the hall's vibe, she thought better of it.
This time, her dress was a pale blue, off-the-shoulder number in the Rococo style, inspired by Marie Antoinette's
iconic gown from the 1956 film "The Queen's Affair."
The dress boasted layers of petticoats and hoops, creating a grand and luxurious silhouette. Underneath, a stiff
corset cinched her waist and lifted her bust, highlighting her curves to perfection. The gown's silk fabric was
lavishly adorned with lace and pearls, radiating elegance and grandeur.
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To perfectly complement the gown, the stylist adorned Allison with a platinum blonde wig, styled in a
sophisticated updo. The top was pulled back into a neat bun, while the bottom cascaded in elegant European
curls on either side, embellished with accessories to match the dress.
The estate was nestled in the western suburbs, roughly an hour's drive from Allison's apartment. At five in the
afternoon, Joshua arrived at the stylist's shop to pick Allison up. He was momentarily struck by her stunning
appearance.
Allison turned to him with a warm smile. "Hey, there."
Joshua was also decked out in vintage attire, his slightly wavy hair styled to enhance his noble aura.
Seated at the vanity, Allison glanced at her reflection as Joshua approached, bowing slightly and offering his
hand. "My princess," he said.
Allison placed her hand gently in his.
Joshua kissed the back of her hand reverently, "My princess, may | have the honor of escorting you?"
Allison also replied with a smile, "Of course."
An hour later, the Cullinan rolled up to the sprawling estate in the western suburbs. The car cruised down a wide
road, lined with towering plane trees. In winter, their leaves had fallen, leaving bare branches that painted the
gloomy sky with a lacework of lines.
From afar, a grand and majestic castle loomed into view, the centerpiece of the estate.
This old estate, even grander than
the Hartley family's, spread over more than 200 acres. Its main
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attraction was a magnificent castle, surrounded by several villas.
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The landscaping featured evergreen plants, lush even in the cold of winter, with
expansive gardens teeming with exotic flowers and plants.
The estate was equipped with all the modern amenities: a helicopter pad, an artificial lake, a swimming pool, a
cinema, tennis courts, a gym and stables.
Javier had recently purchased this estate as a wedding gift for Allison. With the
paperwork just finalized, today marked its grand debut to guests.
Luxury cars flowed into the estate, while uniformed guards at the entrance
checked invitations and verified the identities of the incoming guests.