Megan shot me a defiant look before turning to select a gown. Her taste was impeccable; she immediately gravitated toward the strapless champagne-colored gown I had displayed prominently.
The gown exuded elegance and sophistication with its strapless design that highlighted the collarbone, its fitted cut, and the countless tiny diamonds embedded in it. The lantern sleeves added an extra touch of grace.
It was a unique piece designed by a renowned designer, and the brand was called Stardust. Each diamond symbolized a star, representing eternal love.
Once upon a time, I, too, believed in eternal love, but now it seemed rather laughable. Rainy days never had stars, and my love was anything but eternal.
Megan circled the gown, a mysterious smile on her face.
"Rachel, can I wear this one?"
"This gown has been worn by me several times and isn't the latest style. You can choose something else. The new arrivals are in the east section; I haven't worn those."
"But I want this one. I don't mind if it's been worn before."
"And what about jewelry?" I asked, my tone growing colder.
Megan walked over to the jewelry area, and her eyes settled on my favorite diamond necklace.
"What about this one? It's pretty ordinary. I doubt you'd miss it, would you?"
Megan's eyes were full of challenge.
It was my fault for being too accommodating, making her genuinely believe I wouldn't get upset.
I used to be fierce and unyielding, and she seemed to have forgotten that.
The champagne-colored gown was custom-made for me by Kaden, and the diamond necklace was what I wore on our wedding day.
Choosing the stunning champagne gown was one thing, but including my prized necklace was an outright provocation.
I let out a derisive laugh.
"Megan, you seem to have a real thing for other people's stuff. Since you want it so badly, just take it," I said, my voice dripping with sarcasm, "Some people are just born trashy, always thinking someone else's is better and desperately trying to snatch it away. If you want to pick up what others have discarded, who am I to stop you?"
I was so angry that I couldn't remember how to temper my words, just wanting to tear into Megan.
I looked up and saw Kaden standing in the doorway.
He walked towards me, his gaze unreadable. "Rachel, you keep saying how much you value the things I gave you, but you're just handing them out to people you barely know. Is that so?"