When Love Comes Late by PASSION

Stellas voice was stern as she added, Use the microphone.

I want everyone to hear it loud and clear.

Hearing this, Lindsays frustration boiled over.

Stella, you cant do this.

It will disgrace Matthew.

Stellas retort was swift and sharp.

Oh? Now you think about Matthews embarrassment? You should have considered the consequences before you acted so impulsively.

Lindsay found herself tongue-tied, utterly confounded by Stellas probing question.

With a smug grin, Doreen wheeled Lindsay forward, offering a word of caution.

Miss Wheeler, you have mobility issues, and the backstage area is a hive of activity right now.

If you were to be jostled, who would take the blame? Much better to enjoy the show from the front, away from the hustle. Fury and frustration boiled within Lindsay as she hissed.

to her anger, continued to guide the

brief moment, steadying her nerves before making her

melted into a warm smile

show starts

you, everyone, for pushing

to make this

Mileys renowned agency,

were quiet but firm, signaling a shared confidence in their

the audience area, Lindsay returned to her seat, simmering

her thoughts, the emcee had already embellished and broadcast Stellas words to the audience, sparking

toward Lindsay, stirring

the gaze of the crowd, she eyed the opulent chandelier above, her mind ticking toward her

the glow of brilliant lights, with the emcees voice weaving through the crowd, setting the stage

the thumping beats of an upbeat pop anthem, marking the

first model emerged, commanding the runway

dress caught the light, casting prisms around the room, mesmerizing the audience to the point that it

of accessible luxury, were priced from ten thousand upward, some reaching the lofty heights of a

price tags did nothing to quench the audiences thirst

curtains, Stella was the undisputed puppet master, her simple yet stylish suit a stark contrast to the dazzling spectacle she

unfolding event with a serene focus, the glow of professionalism and determination reflected