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

Chapter 108

Chapter 108

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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.”

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

up, people began to murmur, noticing one

Kris furrowed his brows as he stared at the row of seats reserved for Thalassa and her team. None of those seats

his lips pensively. Why

his mother say before she got up and went backstage.

number. His gut told him something was wrong, but he stopped

and there was still no sign of

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to start. My name

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

mother to lose her title.

collections. One by one,

upon the Miller Fashion House. The reigning Queen of Fashion presents her collection!” the host announced.

her seat, her eyes gleaming with pride as her models walked down the runway

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

a small smile of satisfaction as she watched the crowd’s reaction.

pause of a few minutes. The guests began murmuring again, wondering

host reappeared on the stage, a slightly strained smile on his face. “Ladies and gentlemen, we regret to announce that, due to undisclosed reasons, TT Fashion House has pulled out of the

gasp rippled through the audience.

guests began speculating

what

just pull out

of professionalism! Her first time getting nominated, and she thinks she’s

joy, exchanging glances with the rest of her family, who looked just as