The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2689
“In the bustling world of the service industry, it's a given that you'll cross paths
with a few oddballs throughout the year. I had grown accustomed to it. If you're
not interested in getting dolled up, I kindly ask you to make your exit. I have other
patrons to attend to.
Daisy must have invited you in with the best of intentions, not for you to throw a
wrench in the works,” said the stylist, her smile unwavering, which only served to
unsettle Imogen.
Imogen slapped the back of Madeline's hand in a sharp, sudden gesture. “You
think you're still at home, don’t you? I've warned you about overstepping your
bounds.”
Then, turning back, she offered an apologetic grin. “I'm terribly sorry about that.
My daughter here has been a bit spoiled by me, hence the temper. Please don’t
take it to heart. She's just overly eager to look stunning for tonight's gala. Plus,
there's been quite the buzz about Talon's handiwork, so she’s got her heart set
on having him in charge. Of course, we trust you completely! After all, you are
Daisy's personal stylist, and I know full well you wouldn't be in that position
without some serious talent.”
Madeline stood behind her mother, the picture of frustration. Upon reflection, her
earlier comments had indeed been a slight to Daisy.
Today, she would have to make do with this stylist handling her makeup.
It was a shame, really.
Regina didn’t seem to realize her own place; how could she be fit for Talon’s
touch?
Each stylist at Talon's studio had studied abroad, honing their unique aesthetic
and skills, That was why, when faced with the likes of Imogen and Madeline, they
exuded such confidence, unshaken by any provocations.
After the session, both Imogen and Madeline were quite pleased despite their
earlier reservations. If this was the level of a junior artist, they could only imagine
what Talon himself could do with Regina.
They left Regina behind and climbed into their car, Imogen still fretting and
admonishing Madeline, “Haven't I told you to keep that temper of yours in check
when we're out? You act as if you're still under the Tanner roof. Rumors of your
behavior could tarnish your reputation.”
“Mom, you're Mrs. Tanner now. Can't you show a little spine? You're too nice,
always yielding to the other ladies, making it seem like you're their servant.
You're their equal, after all. Just like with Daisy earlier, you didn’t have to grovel!”
Imogen sighed. “I may seem their equal now, but you don’t have grandparents to
back your up. How can you compare with them? My climb to this point was full of
struggle, and you have no idea how hard I worked to earn this status. That's why
I sent you to piano and
cello lessons — the same ones their children take. I want you to be
indistinguishable from
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those wealthy kids, inside and out.
So, darling, you must always be mindful of your actions to maintain the image
we've worked so hard to build!”
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Now, her daughter had finally risen to her level, but Regina still had the safety net
of her mother’s family’s wealth. Imogen knew she could never let her guard
down.