Chapter - [ 52 ]

[ Sophia ]

We entered in the charity gala together,hand in hand,smiling ear to ear while he said some more praises in my ear,a treat for the media and a mild heart stroke to me as I was yet to accustom myself with these sophisticated events packed with the richest and most influential people of our country.

"Just breathe, Sophia."Daniel squeezed my waist lightly as we passed a group of guests to the other.All were praising my efforts for the event specially the food and it overwhelmed me.

"I am trying but..."I couldn't form a sentence as the group of Mariatte Ashton's minions from the brunch dragged me away from my knight in shining armour's arms.I reluctantly let go off his hand and turned my undivided attention on the ladies who were practically throwing daggers at me under the facade of their sick smiles.

"This dress looks beautiful on you,Sophia."Bianca said flapping her small hairs,her sharp eyes raking on my body from tip to toe.

"Thanks...I guess you don't look bad yourself."I