Chapter 112

Althaia

The entire experience of me trying on dresses gave me a strong sense of déjà vu. It sent me right down memory lane when I went dress shopping with Damiano. And now, his mother kept sending my ass back with a new dress for the same reasons Damiano once gave.

“It’s unsightly.”

“Dio mio! We are not trying to give Nonna a heart attack. That is too revealing!”

“Simply hideous.”

Eleonora was a harsh critic, and I feared we wouldn’t find anything to meet her approval. Then I accidentally commented that it didn’t matter what kind of dress I wore, as long as I was there for Cara.

“Oh no, honey! You have a reputation to uphold. As the soon-to-be wife of Don Damiano Bellavia, it’s your responsibility to reflect not only his status but also his wealth and power, all while showcasing your own beauty. The way you present yourself becomes a statement.” She explained, causing my brows to rise in surprise.

“I had no idea.” I replied,