The neckline of the gown is covered in pearls, and the gown itself is so long it trails on the floor.
“Oh, it’s beautiful,” Vanessa gushes, “It’s tailor-made for you. Mr. Hamilton must have sent it especially for you.”
Though Vanessa is jealous, she tries to ingratiate herself with Janetta. She knows that the skirt is for Andrea, and she wants to infuriate Andrea and curry favor with Janetta at the same time.
“If you wear this skirt to the party, you’ll be the most beautiful woman there,” Vanessa continues.
Janetta twirls slowly in the dress to showcase it.
“The dress is very beautiful,” Andrea interrupts calmly, “Do you plan to give it to me now?”
Andrea stands on the second floor and looks down at her sisters from the balcony. She leans elegantly against the rail as she speaks.
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