A Journey from Bitterness to Truth

Chapter 124

After introducing herself, Matilda stepped down from the stage before the audience had a chance to react, disappearing into the crowd with Criss. It was only when they had vanished that everyone seemed to snap out of their trance, murmuring the name Dawn.

That night, Dawn became an enchanting dream in everyone’s minds. She was dignified and aloof, her gaze proud. Even though she had faced downfall, she had risen from the ashes time. and again.

As long as she still breathed, as long as her convictions held, life was but a chance to start

anew!

Matilda wove through the crowd, soon spotting her friend Chloe arm–in–arm with Declan Yeager as they, too, descended the stage. Chloe flashed Matilda a smile, “You’re quite the star tonight.”

Feeling a touch of shyness, Matilda returned the compliment, “You look gorgeous as well.

Declan, a man whose presence was always enigmatic, regarded Matilda with the respect one gentleman reserved for another. His light golden eyes, reminiscent of fine amber. acknowledged her presence.

he

naturally commanded men’s

his hand and grabbed two glasses of champagne from a passing server’s tray. Their glasses clinked, the bubbly liquid

an arm around Chloe’s waist.

playfully warned, “If Mr. Yeager ever tires of me and I’m out on the streets, you’ll take me in, won’t you,

Matilda replied, “Nonsense, Chloe. How could anyone

his usual sardonic grin, causing Chloe to roll her eyes before turning back to Matilda with a warm smile.

Matilda nodded.

a guy who’s been watching you for

now.”

off. Matilda turned, only to lock

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an air of detachment, he was the epitome of