The lounge door swung open, and Ethan walked in swiftly.

"What's the matter, Mr. Grayson?" Lianne sprang up. "Did something happen?"

Ethan took a deep breath. "I just got word that Caroline, that traitor, is also in tonight's show. And she's wearing that gown!"

"What?" Lianne and I blurted out at once and exchanged a surprised look.

The news dropped on me like a ton of bricks. I couldn't believe it.

"I..." I mumbled. "Whatever! I-I'll step on that stage in this imperfect gown and prove myself!"

"But Evelyn..." Lianne hesitated. "Are you sure you want to take this risk? If the judges and the audience mock you, your reputation could-"

"What reputation? I've got nothing to lose," I cut her off. "I'd rather face it head-on than live with shame! I, Evelyn Wiley, won't hide like a coward!"

on me,

the matter?" I

gave me a knowing grin.

and left, leaving Lianne and me

before we realized it, the show was almost starting. I took a deep breath, trying to calm my nerves. From then on, every step I took would decide where I'd end up.

simple white gown, but after all the adjustments we made, it was just

way too noticeable.

me. He pulled

inside was a sparkling diamond

eyes went wide as I

my family's heirloom," Ethan

a loss for words and

His fingers grazed my skin, and I could practically feel a spark

go." Ethan smiled, looking content. "Evelyn,

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