Perfect Match: Irresistible Desire For You
Chapter 26

Ashley and Mike headed straight for the area where women’s wear was sold exclusively. Ashley was never fond of shopping and preferred to wear clothes bought by her family or the ones she bought while shopping with Yasmin. Yasmin didn’t like go shopping either. They would buy two of the same things in different colors whenever they found something they liked. They would only go shopping once a month. Shopping was a complete waste of time in the two women’s eyes, and it never brought them much pleasure. Finding a cafe where they could catch up, reading quietly, or travelling seemed like a better use of their time. Of course, they thought so because they were not in love yet.

As the boss of a large company, it was a rare occasion for Mike to go shopping in person. However, for his beloved sister, he didn’t mind making an exception and doing a trivial errand with her. As they made their way through the stores, many people openly gaped at them in admiration. Mike’s patient expression and helpful disposition as Ashley picked out clothes garnered several envious glances from the saleswomen.

Mike picked out a striking red and white dress for Ashley to try. The design was minimalistic, and the fabric was smooth to the touch. It was a sleeveless dress with two thin straps on the shoulders. The color was flattering against her skin, the perfect combination of purity and seduction.

Ashley’s eyes lit up when she saw the dress. Her brother urged her to the fitting room to try it on.

When she stepped out of the fitting room, both Mike and the saleswoman were stunned. She looked stunning! Ashley was already a beautiful woman, but this dress made her even more attractive if it was even possible. The thin straps accentuated the ivory skin of her arms and the delicate sweep of her shoulders. The dress was flattering to her body and highlighted her lithe figure. Coupled with her pretty face devoid of makeup, she looked beautiful.

“You look stunning, miss! This dress is part of a new collection by a well-known foreign designer. It looks like it was made for you!” the saleswoman beamed as she looked at Ashley. She turned to see Mike’s satisfied grin and quickly added, “This gentleman has good taste!”

When he saw how beautiful Ashley looked in the dress, Mike suddenly felt nostalgic. When had this little girl become a woman? As the saleswoman continued to sing her praises, he said, “We’re taking this dress, and these too.” He handed the pile of clothes he had picked up for Ashley to the saleswoman.

Ashley was aware of her brother’s lavish and sophisticated lifestyle, so she trusted him to know what was best. She smiled helplessly as she turned back into the fitting room to change into her clothes.

It took a moment for the saleswoman to come back to her senses before she realized the handsome man’s requests. She quickly packed up the clothes and handed them over. The clothes were worth thousands of dollars, which she would get a large commission for. The saleswoman was thrilled.

Ashley was about to walk out of the store after Mike had paid the bill when a woman’s voice suddenly rang out. “Miss Guzman is here too!”

It was Lina again. Ashley raised her eyes and quickly glanced over at her. She had no interest in exchanging pleasantries with a woman who continuously tried to replace fault in her. Lina unexpectedly strode towards them, her arm linked with Charlie’s.

“Well, it looks like you’ve been living a good life, Miss Guzman,” Lina drawled as she looked at Ashley and Mike.

Today, Lina had gone out with Charlie to buy clothes for the same party. She had been in a pleasant mood all day, but it changed when she heard the saleswoman’s praises. When she noticed that it was Ashley who was being praised, her mood soured.

Lina didn’t take well to those who were prettier than her. Now that she had a higher status, she hated those who shone more brilliantly than her even more. Aside from that, she noticed a tall and broad-shouldered man beside Ashley, and she couldn’t resist walking over to them.

As they came closer, Lina discovered that the man next to Ashley was quite handsome. He exuded an aristocratic and haughty aura, which made Charlie look inferior to him. This made Lina peruse Mike for a longer time, and she grew more jealous of Ashley.

When Lina finished speaking, Charlie’s face darkened. It seemed that after they broke up, Ashley was determined to have another wealthy man by her side so she could live the good life. He had always thought highly of her, but his respect for her was quickly dwindling.