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.

expert in their

As I stepped

felt like

turned toward me.

and admiration as I walked through the

liers bathed the

warm glow, casting golden

the room,

a brief moment, old insecurities from my past

often isolate me at gatherings, belittling

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

blowing up lately? I like you a lot, can we exchange

gushed, her voice drawing the attention of

surprise

me

at my lips, surprised by her

could answer, others began to gather, each offering warm greetings and wanting to strike up

to be treated with such

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anxiety faded, replaced

chats about racing, music, and the whirlwind of

felt a familiar, intense

slightly and spotted Leo standing across the room, his dark eyes

as if he was about to walk over when suddenly,

are you doing here?"