The CEO's Amazing Ex-Wife Is Back! by H. Dally

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The excitement in the air was palpable as fans and aspiring designers who hadn’t been invited lined up behind metal barriers overlooking the red carpet.

Cameras flashed, and cheers erupted as luxury cars pulled up, each carrying a famous face from the fashion world. Celebrities stepped out, dressed in plush gowns that flowed with every step they took. Reporters hustled to get interviews.

Linda Miller’s arrival caused a similar uproar. As expected of the Miller family, almost all the members attended such events together: Kris, Susan, Tyler, and Cynthia. Karen Miller was nowhere in sight.

Kris was driving, dressed in a sleek black suit as he got out to open his mother’s door. Linda stepped out with her head held high, wearing a stunning emerald green gown.

Her fans chanted, “Queen of Fashion!” as Linda and her family made their way down the red carpet.

The reporters instantly had their mics ready. One asked, “How are you feeling tonight, Linda? Good, or nervous?” Linda forced a confident smile. “I feel great. I’ve put in a lot of work, and I’m here to keep my title.” Another reporter directed his question at Kris. “Kris, we don’t see your wife, Karen Miller. Is there any particular reason she couldn’t make it?”

Kris had always been irritated by how inquisitive these reporters were, and this time was no different. “It’s personal,” he answered in a tone that wasn’t exactly hostile but wasn’t welcoming either.

The reporter seemed unfazed. “Interestingly, the two top names on everyone’s lips are your mother and your ex- wife, Thalassa Thompson. I assume you’re rooting for your mother to win the award. Do you think she can?”

Kris stiffened, realizing his mother was looking at him expectantly. He hesitated for a moment before speaking. That’s up to the judges. May the best designer win.”

Linda’s smile wavered slightly, but she kept it up. She felt bitter because even on camera, Kris wasn’t standing up for her as he should.

“Anything special you—”

Kris was already exasperated with the questions, cutting him off. “Excuse us.”

finally made their way into the venue. They were escorted to their seats in the front row, where they had a perfect view of

venue filled up, people began to murmur, noticing one key name was missing from the arrivals: Thalassa

he stared at the row of seats reserved for Thalassa and her team. None of those seats were occupied.

Why hadn’t she

employees,” he heard his mother say

dial Thalassa’s number. His gut told him something was wrong, but he

murmurs in the crowd grew louder as the start time for the event passed, and there was still no sign of Thalassa. After about thirty minutes, the host finally stepped onto the stage, his face showing

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your patience. We apologize for the delay, but we are about to start. My name

a knot tighten in his stomach. Thalassa still hadn’t arrived, and the event was

wanted his mother to

designers presented their collections. One by

call upon the Miller Fashion House. The reigning Queen of Fashion presents

gleaming with pride as her models walked down the runway in her latest creations.

were a stunning variety of colors, shapes, and designs. The audience was visibly impressed,

small smile of satisfaction as

a few minutes.

on his face. “Ladies and gentlemen, we regret to

collective gasp rippled through the audience. Kris tensed in shock.

began speculating

wonder what

can she just pull out of the competition like

lack of professionalism! Her first time getting nominated, and she thinks she’s too big for this

her family, who looked just as excited. She was now confident she would retain