Chapter 882 Looking Forward to the Wedding

Emelie sat in front of the vanity, dressed in a beige slip dress and a matching robe with frayed edges. Her makeup was already done. Ashley stood nearby, watching as the stylist put the finishing touches on Emelie's hair. Her eyes gleamed with admiration. Emelie smiled and asked, "How do I look?" Without hesitation, Ashley responded, "You look absolutely stunning." Emelie chuckled. "I don't usually trust compliments, but when the beautiful Ashley says it, I believe it." Emelie had to hold her head still, so she spoke to Ashley while looking in the mirror. "You won’t believe this, but I’ve been sitting here for makeup since a little after four this morning, and the wedding isn’t until nine. I feel like I could’ve slept in for another hour. Feels like such a waste of time." The makeup artist looked puzzled. Was this really how a powerful woman thought? She was so focused on efficiency, even on her wedding day. Ashley, still watching Emelie's reflection, noticed a rare softness in