A Journey from Bitterness to Truth

Chapter 128

Matilda and Criss made their way back to the center of the ballroom, a hubbub of laughter and conversation buzzing around them.

Guests approached, clinking glasses with a playful touch, their smiles tinged with a hint of flirtation. “Your date is quite the catch,” they chuckled.

Criss, ever the charmer, took these compliments in stride, his arm possessively wrapped around Matilda’s slim waist, almost as if he were showing her off. This was especially true when they passed by Yvan, whose intense gaze lingered on Matilda a little too long.

Criss couldn’t resist brushing past Yvan repeatedly, and sure enough, he caught Yvan’s frown deepening each time.

“Honey, look at him. It’s hilarious,” Criss whispered in Matilda’s ear, unable to contain his amusement.

Matilda responded with a knowing smile. “You’re terrible.”

“With that tone,” Criss winked, “it’s a good thing we’re besties, or what if I fell for a woman like you?”

“Then I’d be the savior of all men.” Matilda’s lips parted in a bold, seductive grin. “They should all be thanking me.”

“You’re saving men right now,” Criss murmured, his voice low. “Have you seen the way they. look at you? My God, like you’re a goddess. I think I might become the target of their envy.”

Criss as

men.”

one tonight,” Criss shrugged, “Every man here I’ve thought of approaching is smitten by you.”

were blessed to witness it. Meanwhile, unaffected by the kiss, Criss calmly grabbed a handsome. young man. “Hi,

by Matilda, completely ignoring the internationally famous design

who had changed into a sharp pantsuit that accentuated her sleek, powerful

Matilda teased, “Wow, look

up her chest, Chloe retorted playfully. “Jealous? I

cheek. “No need. Stick around after the party, will you? Let’s

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together.”

sparkled with surprise and delight. “Really? You’re finally up for it? Let’s do it! Forget

town” made Matilda’s expression waver

Let’s not get too wild.”

as she hugged Matilda close. “Don’t worry! Tonight, I’ll introduce you to the new eye candy they’ve got. Fresh on