Chapter 287

Millennium Mall, the largest shopping center in Windmere, was a paradise for luxury collectors. Every major brand, domestic and international, had a boutique there. The prices were sky-high, but customers never stopped coming, and every one of them had money to burn. Aside from that night on the cruise ship, Valerie rarely wore bodycon dresses. Most of the time, she preferred stylish workwear or sporty outfits. Few women could pull off that look, but on her, it gave off a bold, striking allure. To avoid drawing too much attention, Lucius had Silas and the bodyguards follow at a distance. Still, the pair stood out immediately—they were too attractive not to. The crowd around them glittered with labels—Chanel dresses, Hermes bags, and Cartier bracelets. Every piece screamed money. Lucius and Valerie, however, were a stark contrast. Valerie's outfit probably cost no more than 500 dollars, her sneakers maybe 200 dollars at most. And then there was the canvas bag slung over her shoul