Chapter 271: Like a Daughter

Seeing Nancy had gone inside, Blanche lightly tugged on Daniel's arm. "Daniel, shall we go in too? It's a bit cold out here." She leaned closer to Daniel. The evening party and her gown were making her uncomfortable. Daniel draped his coat over her shoulders and held her close. "Let's go." With envious looks from the crowd, Blanche followed Daniel up the steps. But to her surprise, the doorman stopped them. "Mr. Daniel, I'm very sorry. The invitation says you are to attend with Ms. Gaia." "This lady is not on the guest list. I'm sorry, but she cannot enter." The count's first party couldn't afford any mistakes. Everyone had checked the guest list and photos. Apart from Lilang, only a few companies had specified who should attend. Others just listed the person in charge. Blanche felt humiliated and bit her lip gently. "Daniel, can't I go in?" Her eyes welled with tears, looking truly pitiful. Daniel pulled her closer, his face stern as he looked at the doorman. "She's my gi