Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

85 Whispers Behind the Masks

The grand masquerade ball was a spectacle of elegance and mystery. As Emma, dressed in a stunning , entered the opulent ballroom, her presence caused a subtle stir among the guests. Hidd

gown,

behind her ornate mask, she felt a curious blend of anonymity and exposure.

Maryann, always vibrant and outgoing, leaned closer to Emma, her voice a whisper behind her mask. “This is quite the scene, isn’t it? I haven’t been to a masquerade this grand in ages!”

Emma nodded, her eyes scanning the sea of masked faces. “It’s beautiful, yet overwhelming. I can’t help but feel a bit out of place.

As they navigated through the crowd, Bonnie’s voice interjected with a hint of caution. “Emma, I overheard something. Alex might be here tonight. Be careful, okay?”

masked her reaction with a serene smile. “Thank you, Bonnie. I’ll

found his eyes inexplicably drawn to Emma. Beside him, Nathan, equally masked,

on Emma. “There’s someone here… someone from my past.”

followed Alex’s gaze, trying to discern who had captivated his friend’s attention amidst the crowd. “This masquerade is a puzzle of identities. Good

of the ballroom, Desmond, eyes fixed on Emma, conversed with Viola.“! Tonight’s the night. I need to speak

what will you say? This setting isn’t exactly ideal

Desmond.”

determination was evident. “It doesn’t matter. I’ve

unseen eyes upon her. Occasionally, she caught glimpses of Alex in the crowd, their interactions nothing more than fleeting moments of recognition.

quiet corner, Stark and Wayne watched the festivities, their conversation a muted discussion about Emma’s well–being and the

herself well, but we must be vigilant. This crowd

added, “She’s always been strong, but tonight, she seems different. More…