"You rejected Lucas Gomez?" Sam asked in surprise.

Serenity felt a little awkward, as Lucas was right there with them.

Before she could respond, Sam resumed applying her makeup and remarked, "Impressive. This is the first time I've seen someone turn down Lucas' advances."

"Why do you look so happy that I got rejected?" Lucas asked, giving Sam a sideway glance.

"It's because I've never seen it before, so it feels novel," said Sam. Although he was making small talk, his hands moved methodically without pause. By the time the car arrived at the venue entrance, Serenity's hair and makeup were done.

"I didn't prepare an evening gown for her. You said you'd take care of it," Sam said, looking over at Lucas.

Lucas handed Serenity a bag with the gown and said, "Here's your gown. I believe it'll fit. We'll all get out of the car so that you can get changed."

He asked everyone to get out of the car.

Serenity opened the bag. When she saw the dress inside, her pupils shrunk.

It was a pur