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?”

mention of Alex, but she masked her reaction with a serene smile. “Thank

across the ballroom, Alex, disguised behind an elegant mask, found his eyes inexplicably drawn to Emma. Beside him, Nathan, equally masked, nudged him curiously. “You seem distracted.

gaze lingered on Emma. “There’s someone here… someone from my

amidst the crowd. “This masquerade is a puzzle of identities.

Viola.“! Tonight’s the night. I need to speak with

replied, “And what will you say? This setting isn’t exactly ideal for heart–to–hearts,

Desmond.”

evident. “It doesn’t matter. I’ve waited

ballroom buzzed with hidden conversations, and clandestine meetings. Emma, gracefully mingling with guests, felt the weight of unseen eyes upon her. Occasionally, she caught glimpses of Alex in the crowd, their interactions nothing more than fleeting moments of recognition.

the festivities, their conversation a muted discussion about Emma’s well–being and the family’s concerns.

we must be vigilant. This

his eyes never leaving Emma, added, “She’s always been strong, but tonight,