Obedience No More He's the One I Deserved novel Chapter 283

**TITLE: Beseeched 283**
**CONTENT: Chapter 283 The Gala Invitation**

“Woof, woof!” I’m not overweight, thank you very much.

“What? Am I not allowed to speak the truth?”

Dawn puffed out her cheeks in mock indignation as she turned on her heel, making her way toward the house. Just then, she collided with Jonathan, who was descending the staircase with his usual composed demeanor.

The palpable tension that had hung in the air earlier dissipated like morning mist, leaving her momentarily speechless.

“Hmm…”

She feigned a casual interest in Sunny’s leash, lifting it as if it were the most pressing matter at hand. “Going out?”

“Yeah,” Jonathan replied, slipping one hand into his pants pocket, his demeanor as cool and unyielding as ever. “There’s a gala tonight. You’re coming with me. Someone will bring you a gown later.”

“Me?”

Dawn’s heart skipped a beat, and she froze in place. “Why would I go?”

“You keep saying you want to get out more, don’t you?”

His eyes were deep and inscrutable, and his voice carried an undeniable authority. “Think of it as an opportunity to enjoy some fresh air.”

Before she could muster a protest, he turned on his heel and walked away, leaving her no room to refuse.

Less than thirty minutes later, a bodyguard entered the house, escorting a makeup artist behind him.

In tow was a stunning black gown, embellished with diamonds, along with a pair of matching heels that sparkled like stars in the night sky.

Tammy Peay, the makeup artist, wasted no time. With a gentle push, she directed Dawn into the chair positioned in front of the mirror. “Time is of the essence, Ms. Dawn. We have a mission ahead of us, so we need to move quickly.”

Dawn frowned, crossing her arms defiantly. “I never said I was going.”

“Mr. Jonathan said you have to.”

An awkward silence enveloped them.

Tammy, youthful and vibrant, with large, expressive eyes and a playful grin, appeared unfazed.

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While Tammy worked on her hair, Dawn casually inquired, “So, are you and Jonathan close?”

“Not really,” Tammy replied, her voice light.

The air between them thickened, laden with unspoken thoughts.

“I handle Mrs. Curran’s styling,” Tammy chimed in cheerfully, breaking the silence. “When I heard I’d be doing makeup for a young woman today, I nearly squealed! Mrs. Curran and I were both taken aback. We never expected Mr. Jonathan to finally get a clue.”

Mrs. Curran must be Jonathan’s stepmother, Dawn surmised, but…

“I’m not in that kind of relationship with Jonathan. I’m married.”

“Huh?” Tammy halted, her hands suspended in mid-air, her surprise evident. “Wow, Mr. Jonathan is really bold. His sweetheart gets married, and he just decides to kidnap her?”

Dawn was left speechless, her mind racing.

Tammy, oblivious to Dawn’s discomfort, continued to chatter away.

“But it’s alright! Mr. Jonathan is incredibly handsome. You’ll end up falling for him eventually. Just give it some time.”

Huh?

Give it time?

Why was she so stubborn?

She should consider herself lucky that Jonathan had taken an interest in her.

The remainder of the drive was steeped in silence. Upon reaching the hotel, Tammy hopped out first, opening the door for Dawn. “Mr. Jonathan is waiting inside. You go ahead; I won’t be joining you.”

Dawn was about to question why Tammy suddenly trusted her to enter alone when four bodyguards materialized behind her, effectively swallowing her words.

Swallowing her curiosity, she stepped inside, clutching her bag tightly.

Jonathan was stationed near the entrance, surrounded by a cluster of people vying for his attention.

The moment his gaze landed on Dawn, a subtle smile played at the corners of his mouth. He approached her, extending his arm with an air of nonchalance.

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**Chapter 283 The Gala Invitation**

Dawn hesitated for a fleeting moment but ultimately placed her hand on his arm, surrendering to the moment.

Instantly, whispers rippled through the crowd, curiosity piqued.

“Mr. Brown, this is the first time you’ve shown up with a lady. Aren’t you going to introduce her?”

Jonathan raised his cold, sharp gaze, a hint of amusement dancing in his eyes. “What do you think our relationship is?”

His ambiguous response only served to fuel the flames of speculation, leaving a tantalizing air of mystery hanging in the atmosphere.

Dawn felt her cheeks flush as tension coiled within her. She remained silent, knowing that the more she spoke, the deeper the rabbit hole would go.

No matter how she tried to clarify, these people would twist her words into something far more scandalous.