Enchanted Nightfall: Falling for Destiny

Chapter 152

Backstage, Violet was a bundle of nerves as she tried to soothe Quintessa. “Don’t be jittery, Quinn. Once you’re out there, just flash that gorgeous smile of yours. Be confident in your looks; you’re stunning. I’ve briefed you on the possible questions the press might ask, just stick to our script.”

Quintessa glanced at her reflection, her red lips curling into a smile. “What’s there to be nervous about? I’ve waited so long for this moment, and it’s finally here. I’m more excited than anything. You, on the other

hand, might want to dab that sweat off your forehead

With a start, Violet touched her forehead and found it drenched. “I guess I’m just sweating bullets for you. You’ve never faced the press formally before, and here you are, about to dive into the deep end. And I can’t be up there with you.”

Quintessa gave her a serious look. “When have you ever known me to be scared?”

Violet shook her head; having known Quinn for two years, she’d come to realize that there was a vitality in her, an indomitable spirit that seemed to rise even stronger when faced with adversity.

There was a knock at the door and an urgent voice followed: “Ms. Young, it’s showtime.”

and with a nod to Violet,

be the one saying that to you.”

get ‘em, Quinn.

lift of her elegant dress, Quintessa stepped out.

puffed out, Quinn walked onto what was to become her

was truly beginning at this moment.

the host was working the crowd like a pro, turning the media frenzy into something resembling a fan meet–and–greet;

lady be? The reveal is just

the lights danced mysteriously. Quintessa was seated on a throne–like chair, suspended by steel wires, which gently descended

of awe. Then, as if on cue, Director Cooper and the leading man Quennel approached her with gentlemanly grace, each extending a

in theirs and stood up

camera in the place zeroed in on

unveiling a masterpiece, and in that instant, Quinn

swept through the crowd; many of them were

was flawless. She was dressed in a simple yet elegant black dress with just a hint of shoulder; with her fair skin glowing and her wavy

had once remarked, was aggressive,