Chapter 55
An hour ago (6:00 p.m.):
Ryan stepped out of the car upon reaching the address provided by Roaxana. He quickly dialed her number to inform her of his arrival.
“Wait for five minutes, Roaxana instructed before ending the call.
Ryan tapped his foot impatiently as he waited for her. After exactly five minutes, he heard the gate open, and Roaxana emerged, followed by Hope and Gloria.
“You three look stunning and gorgeous,” Ryan complimented them. “Shall we go then?” he asked.
As they settled into the car, Ryan took the wheel and drove towards the college, engaging in light-hearted banter along the way.
“I didn’t think you’d actually come,” Ryan remarked to Roaxana.
“I had to, considering you practically begged me. Who knows, you might have shed a river of tears if I’d declined,” Roaxana teased him.
“Let’s keep it civil, Roxy, especially in front of the youngsters,” Ryan admonished gently. He didn’t wish to talk about his breakup at this moment.
“Hope, where is Logan? I thought he would he coming,” Ryan said as he glanced at her through the rear-view mirror.
“Logan is busy at work. He has an important meeting,” Hope replied.
“I think it was a board meeting. All the board members be there. Grandpa will soon step. down as the chairman,” Roaxana explained to her.
“Oh.” Hope wondered if Logan would become the next chairman. Her initial plan was to call him after reaching the ballroom, but now, hearing Roaxana, she decided not to trouble Logan.
Finally, they reached at the college.
“Ladies, I’ll be parking the car. You three should step out and go in. I’ll see you there,” Ryan opined. After the three of them exited the car, Ryan went ahead in the parking lot.
“Let’s go inside, Gloria told them with a wide smile on her lips. They were given the masks and the trio wore them.
“I suddenly remember the old college days,” Roaxana said.
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“I think you were popular in your time. You are such a gorgeous woman. Even your style is unique and different,” Gloria pronounced.
“I think I was,” Roaxana agreed to her. “Who is your partner for today?” she then inquired her.
“A senior had asked me out. But I think he’s not here.” Gloria answered.
“Usually men reach before their women at such places,” Roaxana stated.
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“I agree with you,” Gloria replied. “But he messaged me earlier that something came up,
he will be a little late,” she added.
SO
By then, Ryan entered the ballroom and told the two of them that he had to take Roaxana with him.
“Ah, sure, sure,” both Gloria and Hope said at the same time. Ryan and Roaxana went away with hands in hands.
“Is Ryan with your sister-in-law?” Gloria asked her.
“No. They are friends since University time, Hope replied.
“Oh, that’s wonderful!” Gloria stated. “I do hope Justin comes here soon. The ball will start shortly,” she asserted.
“He will. Don’t worry.” Hope answered. They took the mocktails as the waiter walked past them and enjoyed the drinks in each other company.
“Oh, Justin is here,” Gloria said as she put away the glass and wiped her lips.
“You look so gorgeous,” Justin complimented Gloria as he took her hand in his and kissed her knuckles. He waved his hand at Hope, who passed a smile to him.
“I’ll be back soon,” Gloria said and went with Justin to the dance floor.
Hope was now all alone, feeling a bit nervous, but she was happy for both Roaxana and Gloria, who were enjoying their dances with their respective partners.
**Present Time**
Soon, the clock struck 7:30 p.m. and Gloria was back to her with Justin. “It was fun. The music kept changing and it made the night filled with excitement,” she
Proced. Finally, Logan also arrived at the ballroom. Seeing Hope in the dress which he chose for her truly mesmerized his eyes. He approached her ASAP upon seeing a guy had asked Hope for the dance.
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But at the right time, Logan stopped before her and asked Hope for the dance.
“The dance is almost over,” Gloria pronounced.
“It isn’t,” Logan said and waited for Hope to grab his hand. Once she did, he took her ahead to the dance floor and held her close.
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Hope’s breath hitched as the two came closer. “Sorry for making you wait. You look so pretty. Your eyes look expressive,” Logan whispered as they began moving with the rhythms of the music.
“No
need to apologize. I understand you must have been tied up with the meeting. Sister Roaxana mentioned it was a board meeting, Hope responded, meeting Logan’s
gaze.
“Yeah, it was,” Logan confirmed.
“Will you still be considered for the chairmanship? I haven’t conceived yet,” Hope inquired.
“That contract holds no significance anymore. Grandpa is content that we’re married. We’ll have kids in due time,” Logan reassured her in a hushed tone.
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