Chapter 3: She wants Eon Eno

Inside the ballroom, a group of middle-aged ladies is already settled in their chairs. They all looked significantly younger than their age; no one would have been able to guess their real age. Their aura is incomparable to the rest of the crowd. The way the guests greet them at their table shows that everyone holds them in high regard. 

“I heard that our little Lia is coming tonight,” said Leila Parker. She was seated next to Rui Eno, the host of tonight's charity ball. 

Every year, Rui's family hosts events for the charity they support. They organized a charity ball to raise funds for multiple orphanages nationwide tonight.

"Yeah, I sent an invitation to her Grandpa's secretary for Cecilia. He’s managing the Eldritch Group after Cecilia's grandfather died," Rui softly responded. 

Leila took a sip of champagne, looking for signs of the little girl they yearned to meet again. "I know Eon would be excited to see his childhood sweetheart. After all, this is their first meeting after all these years! Even I'm excited!" 

Just thinking about the memories with the cheerful and pretty Cecilia made Rui smile. She couldn't help but feel sorry for every tragedy she had gone through. 

"It's been so long since we last saw her. When she was young, she would always call us to chat. But now I don’t have any news about her…” Phyllis Lu muttered in response as she looked around the ballroom. 

“I always wonder what made her step away from the spotlight. At this point, she should be trained and exposed to her family’s business partners. Most people think that Millers are gaining more power in the company. It’s not good for her.”

“You’re right, Rui. That’s strange. It’s like she was isolated from everything.”

Although the three ladies know what truly happened, there's still a lingering hope that they could rekindle their past relationship with Cecilia. 

Phyllis scrolled through her phone and showed a picture to Leila. "I checked the guest list and saw that her step-cousin came here with her."

"Elizabeth's daughter?" Rui sneered, not even bothering to hide her disdain. 

"Let's give her the benefit of the doubt. After all, her daughter might be different from her mother," said Leila with a magnanimous smile. 

"Hahahaha, I hope so!" 

Two new guests entered the ballroom just in time before the program started. 

One girl particularly caught everyone's attention. Her unhurried steps were like a swan's, swaying confidently. Most men couldn't take their eyes off the blonde woman in a sexy red dress. 

Ellen Miller stole the night. 

All eyes were on her. 

No one noticed that the other guest who entered with Ellen was nowhere near her. While Ellen walked to their table, Cecilia hurriedly waded her way with her head down, not wanting to make any eye contact. 

So, as Ellen sat down in her seat, the crowd realized that the other lady was already there. 

"What a beautiful lady..."

"How come we only saw her now? Is she new in Centriona?"

"I think she's Ellen Miller, a famous supermodel!"

"Wow, they invited her here?! How amazing!"

"She looks so sexy..."

"Later, after the auction, I'll get her number!"

Everyone in the ballroom was entranced by Ellen's beauty. Her confidence captured everyone's heart in a snap. She really did live up to her title as a supermodel and business executive. 

The program proceeded smoothly, and most of the auctioned items were vintage paintings that were privately owned. 

Cecilia herself donated a Renaissance painting owned by the Eldritch family. This is the first time the Eldritch family has sent a representative to attend Centriona's grandest charity ball, so Cecilia thought it only right to donate a valuable piece of art for this event. 

Soon after the event, dinner was served. 

While the appetizers were being served, a flock of bachelors went to Ellen and Cecilia's table. 

"Miss Miller, it's so nice to meet you."

"We're such a huge fan..."

"Can we take a picture with you?"

Not even bothering to have some decorum during dinner, these men continued to plead with Ellen. 

Ellen smiled beautifully and agreed to their requests. After all, she's a public figure. Who wouldn't want to interact with wealthy and handsome heirs of this country?

But, she has cast a long rod. She has her eyes set on the biggest fish in the world. 

She wants Eon Eno. 

Her eyes were fixed on the tall, muscular man approaching their table. His well-fitted tuxedo hugged his muscular body like a glove—it was like looking at a perfectly sculpted silhouette. His thick brows made his hooded eyes look more stoic. His intimidating aura was leagues apart from his peers. 

'It's him!'

'He's coming to see me!'

Seeing that he was getting closer, she quickly fixed her hair and posture. 

She stood up and greeted, "Hi, Mr. Eno. It’s so nice to meet you." She held her hands, waiting for him to shake them. 

But... 

He passed by her and went to the lady seated beside Ellen. 

"Ceci..." He called the lady, who acted as if she did not hear anything. She continued to eat her salad, unfazed. 

"What do you want from my assistant, Mr. Eno?" Ellen asked, teeth gritting in anger. But she kept it in. She tried to keep her poise and continued to smile. 

“Assistant? Her?” he asked in disbelief.

"Lia, can you help me fetch a document from my room? I need to show it to Mrs. Ellery," she asked Cecilia in a hurry.

At their table, Mrs. Ellery, Eldritch Group's client, furrowed her brows in confusion, "Ms. Miller, are we going to talk about business in this kind of function? Why don't we loosen up a bit and just enjoy dinner?"

Ellen awkwardly laughed. "I believe it's a great time to show this to you. Let's just wait for my assistant to get it," she reasoned. 

Ellen glared at Cecilia, desperately urging her to get out. 

Seeing this as an opportunity to escape Eon Eno, Cecilia quickly rushed out of the ballroom and returned. 

"Sorry about that, Mr. Eno."

"Please sit, I'd like to talk to you about business," she smiled brightly at Eon Eno.