After I Amazed the World the Cold Alpha Regretted

Chapter 133

"Yes, Miss. Mr. Desmond has taken a special interest in your recent accomplishments."

I hesitated for a moment, my mind racing.

Why me? What could Felix Desmond possibly want with a pianist-turned-racer?

But I knew better than to decline an invitation from someone as powerful as him.

"I'll be there," I finally said, my voice steady despite the unease bubbling inside me..

fe grand hotel where the banquet was to be held gleamed like a palace against the evening sky.

Its massive marble pillars framed the entrance, and crystal chandeliers sparkled behind towering glass windows,

As I stepped out of the car and onto the polished stone steps, I felt a slight flutter of nerves, not just because of the evening's importance but also because of who might be there.

I adjusted my gown, a deep emerald dress with intricate lace detailing that hugged my figure before flowing out in soft layers.

My makeup was simple but elegant, a subtle shimmer around my eyes to complement the understated confidence I aimed to exude.

Tonight was no ordinary night-it was an evening where the world's most influential figures would gather, and I had to hold my own.

As I entered the hotel lobby, I was struck by its opulence.

Gilded walls, polished floors that reflected the grandeur above, and a staircase that spiraled up to an enormous ballroom, where the soft hum of classical music drifted from.

The whole place felt like a scene from a dream, something I had only witnessed in stories, and tonight, I was part of it.

I'd attended banquets before, but never one quite like this.

figures, each an expert in their field, each holding a glass of

As I stepped

felt like every

turned toward me.

their curiosity and admiration as

liers bathed the room

warm glow, casting golden light access

any young faces in the room, which made me stand out even

old insecurities from my past

Alice, and their group of followers would often isolate me

made my way further into the ballroom, a girl, no older than myself, broke from

you Elizabeth? The female racer who's been blowing up lately? I like you a lot, can we

drawing the attention

looked over curiously, and when they saw my face a look of surprise

me

my lips, surprised by

I could answer, others began to gather, each offering

treated with such friendliness-an unfamiliar

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anxiety faded, replaced by a

racing, music, and the whirlwind of

amidst the pleasantries, I felt a familiar, intense gaze

turned my head slightly and spotted Leo standing across

looked as if he was about to walk over when suddenly, a figure stepped

you doing here?" a cold, stern