The party went on for hours and so far there wasn't any trouble, everything was going on as planned. Thane never left Alessa's side nor took his eyes off her. Alessa and Damien were seated at the table while Aria and Aiden kept going around and having fun. They were kids their age at the party too. Soon, it came to an end and the guests started to leave. Alessa was relieved, the ball went well and a lot of people were talking about it. Nothing went wrong. Immediately she stood up to leave, Thane stood next to her which stopped Damien from holding her. Damien paused and looked at Thane then at Alessa. He didn't say anything, all he did was stare at Alessa with no expression and her heart skipped a beat. She felt shivers run down her spine due to his cold stare.“It's okay, I’m okay. Just get Aria and Aiden back into the house,” she told Thane and he looked at her.“Are you sure?” he asked.“Hmm.” Alessa nodded with a little smile. He stepped out of the way and immediately, Damien g
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After Aria and Alessa were done welcoming the guests, they headed back to their table as the entertainment began. Damien and Aiden were at the table and they were having a conversation. Whatever the conversation was seemed to interest Damien a lot because he paid so much attention to it. Aria and Alessa got to the table and they both turned to them. Alessa’s eyes met Damien's and her heart skipped a beat.‘Stupid heart.’ she screamed in her head. They both took a seat and Alessa sat next to Damien while Aria sat next to Aiden.“Is this what you do now? You host dumb parties and dress up fancy?” Damien asked as he looked at her. The kids couldn't hear their conversation. Alessa didn't look at him as she gave a response. She poured herself a drink.“No, this is the first time and I had no idea until it was too late to turn it down,” she replied as she brought the glass closer to her lips. “Really? If you don't know you are all over the news. Have you read the headlines? The billi
“You can run from me but you can't hide,” he said and Alessa closed her eyes as memories came flooding in. She took in a deep breath before turning to him. Their eyes met and her heart started to race faster. He looked different and better than the last time she saw him. He has always looked good.He was dressed in a tuxedo which suited him perfectly. His hair was styled nicely.“Really, Cara? Eye fucking me already?” he asked and Alessa snapped out of her thoughts. He was about to take a step closer to her when Alessa stepped back a little as she felt goosebumps all over her body. She started to gasp as she found it difficult to breathe. He kept calm as he watched her.He was about to speak when the door to the living room opened and Thane walked in. “Ma’am… “ he trailed off seeing Alessa gasping. He rushed to her and froze when he saw who it was. His heart skipped a beat as he held his gaze. Despite being terrified of the man in his presence, Thane stood in front of him as Ale
It's a day left before the third ball of the season and Alessa was busier than ever. She was putting in so much effort because she wanted her ball to be the talk of the season. Tracy was helping which made things a little bit easier and faster for her. Her kids were also helping.Aria has been trying to remember the names of the important guests and their businesses while Aiden has been supportive. His best way of helping was by giving emotional support.Aria stared at the list of names and the business on the table as she had her breakfast. Alessa was also having breakfast with them. “Aren't you done with that?” Aiden asked.“No,” she replied without looking up at him. “Mum, how come I am not as smart as Aria?” Aiden asked Alessa and she chuckled.“You are smart, trust me,” Alessa said as she recalled what happened a few years back.“Okay.” he smiled in response as she continued with his meal. Alessa looked at Aria and smiled.“Aria,” she called.“Yes, Mummy?” Aria replied withou
PRESENT “Eat your cake,” Alessa replied and Aiden rolled his eyes before taking a seat next to her. “Oh, you need a partner too,” Tracy said as she looked at Alessa.“No, I don't,” Alessa replied with a frown.“Yes you do and it's important that you show up with a partner,” she said.“Bryan offered to be her partner.” Aiden suddenly said and Tracy stared at Alessa surprised. “What? Really?”“He was just teasing. He didn't mean it.” She rolled her eyes as she replied. “Lydia will kill you if you accept.” Tracy chuckled.“The mean lady?” Aiden asked Tracy and she nodded in response.“Hmm. Was she the reason Bryan divorced Mummy and kicked her out?” Aria suddenly asked, staring at them.“Ugh, Aria. You’ve got to stop asking these questions.” Aiden said and she glared at him.“I wasn't asking you. I was asking Tracy,” she said and looking at Tracy.“Me?”“Yes. Was it because of Lydia?”“I don't know, I wasn't around.” Tracy shrugged in response.“Really? Where were you?” Aiden asked“