Chapter 44 Some Things Cannot Be Overcome

As she moved further into the living room, Elinor spotted several boxes. One box contained a gown, another held accessories, and a third was for a pair of shoes. These shoes had heels that were a daunting 10 centimeters high. Elinor subconsciously touched her abdomen. She was pregnant, after all. Could she really wear heels this high without any repercussions? She then shifted her gaze to the box containing the gown. Inside lay a pale blue dress adorned with countless small diamonds. It looked incredibly elegant under the light. Such a gown would never be Elinor's first choice. She looked at the dress, then turned her gaze toward Margaret, speaking with an air of composure. "Jaxson usually attends these events alone, doesn't he? There's no need to include me this time. I'm not particularly well acquainted with him or his social circle, so I'd rather not embarrass myself." Margaret had clearly noticed Elinor's reluctance. She sighed inwardly, lamenting how difficult it was for the