The Day Our Promise Breaks

The room was electrified.

Everyone knew Charles had a family and was renowned for his integrity and fidelity. Yet, this was the first time he had ever been seen so intimate with another woman in public.

Speculations flew about Dahlia's attire, with whispers suggesting she might be the elusive Mrs. Jenkins.

"Come to think of it, Dahlia and Mr. Jenkins' silhouettes do remind me of the back view from the photo leaked a month ago when Mr. Jenkins rented out Disneyland for his daughter's birthday."

This mention brought Evelyn back to the day of her daughter's cremation, her gaze towards Charles turning even colder.

Then, the presenter spoke again. "Next, we have the honor of having Mr. Brooks, the CEO of Robinson Group, to present the award to our second-place winner, Ms. Evelyn."

Brooks' name stirred the crowd once more.

The Robinson family, like the Jenkins, was a century-old dynasty in the Capital. Brooks was the current leader of the family. He and Charles were considered the most distinguished men of their generation among the Capital's elite families. As murmurs filled the air, Evelyn's eyes followed the spotlight to see a tall, attractive man in a dark grey suit gently standing up.

exuding an aura of authority. He walked up the stage and accepted the trophy from the presenter with a nod, maintaining

aloofness

a sincere smile

the photo session, they stood side by side, a match in grace and appearance

was clearly there for Dahlia. Could Brooks be here

Evelyn smile at Brooks and

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of Carlisle Jewels, to present

up and presented the award to Grace. After the presentation, she

Dahlia immediately grasped Christy'

join Carlisle Jewels and

Carlisle Jewels as Christy' apprentice. Christy' mentor was Taylor, the founder of

business, and even international royalty. Being favored by Taylor and becoming

up," Christy said, glancing at Charles and offering Dahlia polite encouragement. Dahlia was overjoyed.