LOGINAfter all the guests had left—Only Ella and Tiesto remained in their new home.She gazed into his eyes, still immersed in the day’s joy.“I’m so happy, Ella,” he murmured, holding her close.“Me too.” She melted into his embrace, feeling the breadth of his chest.Today was perfect.No—not just today.Since meeting him, every day had been good.So good that she could no longer even remember what the bad days had felt like.His kiss deepened, growing more consuming, more intense.She felt the overwhelming blend of his possessiveness and tenderness.When they fell back onto the bed—She suddenly remembered something.Tonight was their wedding night. Everything had been carefully prepared.Except for one thing.They had forgotten to buy condoms.It wasn’t that they hadn’t had any before—the house had always been stocked.But the ni
Summer arrived.The sunlight was brilliant, the distant blue sky and white clouds serene and inspiring, as if painted on a perfect canvas.Ella changed into the wedding gown she had designed herself. The exquisite design and precious fabrics made the gown dreamlike and ethereal.Looking in the mirror, even she felt amazed by the reflection staring back at her.“Ella is just too beautiful!” Ellen exclaimed behind her, filled with admiration and emotion.Ella smiled.“I’ll go make the bed first,” Ellen said, taking over the task with Jennie.According to tradition, very close female friends and relatives prepare the bed for the bride.Tiesto watched Ella in the mirror, his eyes full of a gentle smile.The reflection of the couple was perfect together—truly a matching pair.The wedding planner nearby said, smiling, “Mr. Sterling, please head downstairs. It’s almost time for the bride&rsquo
Once those two were settled, everything else fell into place.At last, Ella and Tiesto could finally focus on preparing their wedding.Taking advantage of a rare free afternoon, Ella went to Ellen’s apartment.Ellen was wearing an apron.“What are you making that smells so good?” Ella asked with a grin.“You’ll get to taste it in a minute.”“Where’s Nina?”“She’s at kindergarten,” Ellen replied. “I waited forever for the day I could finally send her off to school… and now that it’s here, I kind of miss her.”She reached out and pinched Ella’s cheek gently. “It’s like waiting for you to get married. You look forward to it so much, but when the day actually comes, you worry about you losing your single freedom.”Ella laughed. “But I’m doing great now, aren’t I? So don’t worry. Nina will be ju
Next came Lucas and Lora, arms full.“This is firewood,” Lora said seriously. “It symbolizes prosperity. Keep it near the stove and don’t throw it away.”“We won’t,” Ella promised, accepting it carefully. “Mom, sit down first.”Lora nodded happily. “Okay, okay.”“Have some fruit first,” Ella said. “We’ll head over to my brothers’ apartments in a bit.”Just then, the three Hart brothers walked in.They immediately spotted Milo and Orlando lingering behind Ella, looking as if they intended to monopolize their sister.Caleb grinned. “Milo, Orlando, why don’t you stop by our place later? We’re just a few floors away from Ella.”Henry added calmly, “When we bring her soup, it’ll still be steaming by the time it reaches her door.”Daniel chimed in, “Ella, come eat at my place sometime.
Hotel RoomLooking out the window, the neon lights of Paris glittered, dazzling in the night.Ella stood by the glass. “A few years ago… no, just a year or two ago, I never even dared to imagine that I could stand here in Paris.”Before, she had no choices. Now, she could do what she loved most.Tiesto wrapped his arms around her waist from behind. “Do you like it?”“Mm,” Ella nodded.“Look outside.”She turned her gaze toward the distance.In the open space, clusters of fireworks rose into the sky, blooming into brilliant flowers at their peak. One display followed another, painting a dazzling canvas overhead.As far as she knew, Paris didn’t normally have fireworks this grand.“So… you brought these?” she asked.“I wanted your celebration to be even more beautiful, more brilliant.”His arms
Soon, the show began.The women’s collection opened first.The cigarette in Kent’s hand suddenly tasted bland.Even through his professional lens, he had to admit—Ella’s designs were strikingly original.But according to Christine, Ella had manipulated things and snatched these designs from professionals trained by Christine herself.So, in his mind, none of it truly counted.“Women’s line complete! Men’s line, get ready!” Backstage tension rose instantly.The staff watched the six non-professionals in their outfits. Yes, they looked incredible.But they’d never walked a runway before.After months of preparation, would the show really be ruined at the last second?Ella sensed their doubt and smiled. “It’s okay. They’ll do great.”The staff remained skeptical.Couldn’t she see it?Two pairs of those six men looked ready to start a fistf
Seeing Ella’s flushed face, Grandma Sterling asked, “Ella, are you feeling warm? Would you like some watermelon?”“No, Grandma… I think I just ate a little too much,” Ella said, mortified.Grandma Sterling smiled. “I’ll have the butler se
“Go home first. Tonight, I want to stay with Mom,” Ella said to Tiesto.He looked at her longingly.Ella’s heart softened, but her expression remained unreadable.She steeled herself and went to her mother’s room.Halfway there, she called the housekeep
Ella ignored her and turned to leave.Christine grabbed her. “Thief! Don’t think you can walk away! How dare you claim Old Madam Sterling gave it to you? I saw you take that bracelet off her wrist!”Her tone was full of self-assured conviction, as if she had caught Ell
They grabbed a leisurely meal while waiting. By the time they returned, the results were ready.Michael went to pick them up first. He was visibly nervous.When the doctor handed him the report, he hesitated, unable to open it.“Maybe you should do i







