Rewriting My Heart's Fate

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!"

his gaze on

what's the matter?" I asked,

a knowing grin. "You'll

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

white gown, but after all the adjustments we made, it was just about good enough to wear. But the tear we couldn't

way too noticeable.

showed up before me. He pulled

inside was a sparkling

as

heirloom," Ethan said

was at a loss for words and felt a lump rise in my

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

we go." Ethan smiled, looking content. "Evelyn, you're going to be