Lahat ng Kabanata ng MY EX-HUSBAND BETRAYED ME, BILLIONAIRE SAVED ME: Kabanata 271 - Kabanata 280

NATHALIE / SOFIA’S POV 🍃-The event was held at the largest hotel in Florida.At this moment, Tyler came to a stop near the hotel’s main gate.From where we could see a large crowd of people. Among them, many were holding cameras and microphones, while others carried small spotlights of their own.“I think those are reporters.” Tyler informed me.“Yeah, it seems that way.” I replied.“Once we walk in through the main gate, there’ll be a valet who’ll take care of my car. Then there’s a red carpet set up -- we’ll snap a few pics with the reporters too. It’s all for getting some public exposure and the headlines they’ll write up, both for me and for this event. I really want you by my side for every single step once we’re inside, right from when we walk into the event itself.”I looked over at him, and our eyes met as he looked my way.

NATHALIE / SOFIA’S POV 🍃-Tyler’s still in the middle of his interview, and he looks like he’s in a great mood. All of a sudden he smiled and glanced over at me, so I smiled right back at him.As Tyler shifted his focus back to the interviewer, I scanned the surroundings.I’m grateful to have not yet bumped into the people I’m steering clear of.I also noticed there was no one else in the lobby except for us and the hotel staff.I looked back at Tyler, and right then he was coming back.The interviewer also hurriedly left, heading towards what I thought was the elevator hall.“Ty, all the guests have gone now,” I mentioned when he came closer.He scanned around, after a quick glance at his wristwatch, “The show is nearly starting. We must make our way to the grand hall to avoid being delayed and to be there for the opening.”“Show?”He offered his hand to me. I took it, after which he looped

NATHALIE / SOFIA’S POV 🍃-From the name, meaning of the jewelry details of the materials used, diamonds, colors, names -- all of these are made by Brianna.Does that mean, this event is a tribute to Brianna’s memory?They did not forget Brianna.The closing design was the final one, and one of the simplest yet most beautiful pieces created by Brianna: 'The Sunshine Jewel,' her flower design.After showing all the new design collections, the entire grand hall was filled with applause along with the lighting of a few dim lights one by one -- just to have a little light.A few moments later, Sir Calix stepped onto the stage, carrying a bouquet of red roses and a microphone.He held his position calmly, allowing the audience’s applause to reach its peak and then gradually subside entirely before he speak. “Good evening, everyone. My name is Calix Zander Watson, and I am delighted to be here as

NATHALIE / SOFIA’S POV 🍃-Hand in hand with Tyler, we ascended the stage and made our way to Sir Calix and the rest. I maintained a calm demeanor on my face, despite the anger I harbored within me over how they had treated Brianna’s designs.Madame Beatrice didn’t take her eyes off me.Mr. Ethan, his expression was blank as she looked at me.Veronica, her face couldn’t be painted as she stared at me.And Sir Calix, frowning as he looked at me. It was as if he was wondering why I was in front of them and why I’m with Tyler. When Tyler offered his hand to Sir Calix, that was when Sir Calix regained his composure.Sir Calix shook hands with Tyler, then they turned to face the crowd.I was overwhelmed by the glaring light from the spotlight and the flurry of camera flashes, but I held steady and stayed composed.The event’s official photographer came over to us and told us,

NATHALIE / SOFIA’S POV 🍃-“Though, I gotta admit, I’ve become curious about your real self. Never would’ve guessed you knew folks from that world. Fess up already, are you an heiress laying low from your family?” He joked lightheartedly.I shifted my eyes off him.I know he tried to make me feel better, but the opposite happened.In the years that have passed, I have not been able to visit my parents’ graves again. I can’t visit them for fear someone might recognize me and see me.How my mother di*d is still etched in my mind and heart... And every time I think about that matter, I feel so much regret.That day… if only I’d stayed home instead of going out. Maybe there was something I could’ve done to save my mom. She wouldn’t be gone now.“Did I say something?”“Nothing,” I replied with a pained smile. “I’d advise yo