This morning, Adel and Bella practiced some moves. While eating breakfast, Isabella called her Uncle Benedict. He was laughing so hard. Actually, he already heard it from the manager, but hearing it from her was more entertaining. He asked about the party, so she told him about what she thinks and also told him about the gowns they bought.
He asked about their plans for the day and she said they want to go to the spa and prepare for the party. They'll be home by 5 pm. He said that he would send something to her later that she'll need for the party and will also send a limo to pick them up, but he's not sure if he'll be able to attend.
Bella and Adelle went to the spa and enjoyed their beauty treatment. They went home after that. When they were about to try the gowns they bought yesterday, the doorbell rang. His Uncle's team arrived. It shocked them! They were professional makeup, artists, and stylists. But the surprise is yet to come.... The stylists came with twelve boxes of gowns! Eight of them were the ones they saw in the shop! The stylists handed a letter to her.
****My niece, I hope you like my surprise hur hur hur! I ordered them for you. I'm sure they'll fit you well. How did I know your size? I measured you when we first met! Eyes observation and when I embraced you! I'm outstanding right!!!! Praise me later!!! Hahahaha!
Eight red boxes are for you and the four white boxes are for Adelle. I'm not sure about her size so the materials are a bit special and are also adjustable at the back. I don't know if I can make it since I have other business tonight. Your Uncle attempted to inform me yesterday, hahahahaha! Last-minute invitation? Does he think I'm stupid? I know he didn't want me to come, so why would I bother? Enjoy the night!
But don't worry, I'll be there if you need me, I'm just a call away…mwamwamwamwa!!!"
Love Uncle Ben ****
Bella felt grateful. She texted her Uncle, "Thank you! We love them very much"
Bella wore the red princess typed gown. The cherry blossom flowers shimmer under the light. Her long light brown hair was curled, adorned with a silver headband, and she also has hoop style diamond earrings. Her red shoes are two inches, open toe style. At the back were ribbons with dark red rubies. She also has a silver clipped type evening bag adorned with small diamonds.
Adelle was shrieking. Her gowns were as fabulous as Bella's. She wants to wear all of them, but in the end, she chose the black corset style. The skirt's material is made of lace. The length in front is above the knee while it's long at the back, showing her slender legs. Her shoes were two inched sandal type. Single strap near the toes, and a thick lace type strap with ruffles on her ankle. Her hair was curled to the side and her silver earrings were a single strand dangling type diamond. Her bag is a simple black envelope-style.
The transformation amazed everybody. If they've had wings, they would look like fairies, especially when they did the photoshoot. Yes, her Uncle also included professional photographers. His reason for doing this? Well, of course, it's for her parents. He wants to show them when they're found. After the shoot; the limo arrived, and they went to the party.
Cars entered one by one on Chen's Villa. Bella has an advantage because she was reborn, but still, she couldn't help having mixed feelings. She and her mom had spent almost 11 years in this house. Scenes of sad and happy moments filled her mind upon entering the enormous gate. Adelle senses her mood and holds her hands. She shook her head and breath deeply before exiting the limo. When her foot landed on the red carpet, all eyes were on her. She stood proudly and smiled brightly. It stunned all the photographers for 10 seconds, and they only woke up when she started walking. In an instant, there were hurried flashes of light around her. The same happened when Adelle. They took photos in every step they took, afraid of missing a single movement.
"Yahhh, did you see that? Whose family are they?"
"They were like goddesses walking in the clouds!"
"Did you take enough pictures? They look better than the famous models!"
"Hey, any of you have information on them?"
"No, we don't have them! Wait, I have to call the chief, this is a good scoop."
These photographers continued talking among themselves and forgot to take pictures of the next guests…..Charlotte was so angry, when she arrived, nobody took her picture. The same happened to her lackeys Chloe Zao and Elena Li. They were so furious, they immediately investigated who caused the disturbance.
When Adelle and Bella entered the door, everybody took notice of them right away. They couldn't take their eyes off of them, especially Aquam Fang who was standing beside Diara and the Chen's.
Aquam's eyes glued on Isabella. ' Who is she?' He had never seen a woman as beautiful as her. While he's still captivated by this mysterious beauty, Diara's eyes were glaring at her like daggers. The first thing she noticed was the dress! How could a runaway like her become rich in an instant? Who gave her that dress? Her father investigated Bella, but couldn't find anything useful. She was fuming with anger, especially at how Aquam looked at her. But she needed to maintain her facade as the host of the party, so tried to calm herself thinking about the surprise she prepared for her. She smirked at her and walked towards her.
She changed her expression to an exciting smile. "It's good to see you, Bella! I missed you!" as soon as Diara told her name. Aquam felt like a splash of cold water engulfing his body. He couldn't believe what he heard. Isabella!!! She's his ex-fiancée! His mouth opened for a second to speak, but no words came out. Monique and Benedict weren't doing well either. They already knew Bella's drastic change when Diara told them about the event that happened at the store, but still couldn't believe their own eyes. They wouldn't even recognize her if they see her somewhere else.
Bella only smiled and passed her their gifts. Diara accepted the gifts and gave it to her attendant and started a nonsense conversation. After five minutes, Diara left them since she needed to welcome the guests. After she left, Aquam finally walked to them.
"It's good to see you, Bella." He smiled in a doting way, but Bella and Adelle felt disgusted.
But she still smiled. " I can't say the same to you."
" I'm sorry I was so busy I couldn't visit you. How are you?" Aquan embarrassingly.
" I think you're four years later to ask me that."
" Do you have amnesia?" Asked Adelle. Aquan froze. He was muddleheaded and said it without remembering she's not her 'finance' anymore.
Bella chuckled and pulled Adelle to get some wine and snacks at the apéritif table.
They left Aquan frozen in the middle of the crowd.
After a while, Benedict went on the stage with Diara and Monique. Diara's gaze seemed to look at the crowd, but her attention was on Bella.
"Thank you, everyone, for coming. I would like to propose a toast for my beautiful daughter who is now the endorser of Freschi Perfum!" Everybody applauded.
" I know this may seem a brief notice, but we would like to take this opportunity to announce the engagement of my daughter and Aquam Fang!" Everybody applauded, but they were not surprised since some of them already heard the gossip. Other's who had excellent memories, can't help but whisper about the past when Aquam and Bella were together.
Diara saw her opportunity. She took Aquam's hand and walked to where Bella was.
"Sister I'm so sorry, it's my fault. I fell in love with him when we were in college. Please don't be mad at me!" she said while crying crocodile tears. Aquan was caught unprepared, but he still acted as a nice fiancé and embraced Diara's shoulder.
"No, it's not your fault, it was mine. I already had Isabella as my fiancée but I couldn't help but fall in love with you." Charlotte and the company looked at Bella mockingly. The guests were whispering, shocked, confused, excited with the drama.
Bella's face was still smiling like she's watching her favorite show.
"Big sister, are you drunk?" Adelle and other's who weren't ignorant, giggled.
"What do you mean I am mad about your engagement? ," Bella asked mockingly.
"Aquam stopped seeing you, you ran away from home and never returned again until today. " Diara said with a pitiful face. Guests whispered again, and the reporters were scribbling non stop on their notes.
" I didn't think my ex-family would try spreading lies of what had happened in the past." Bella smiled brightly. She was too lazy to defend herself, and for her, it's a waste of time explaining it. And what for?
"You're mistaken Diara, I'm happy that you're together with him. But I didn't know you like "left-overs". She said disgustingly.
"Sister, I know you're in love with him and saying this only because you're mad at me." Diara was about to explode but she had to keep pinning dirty waters on her. So she kept pitching her skin so she could continue crying.
"Maybe you're really drunk and couldn't understand my words so I'll spell it out for you…..
He.was.never.mine.from.the.start. You both see each other even when you were engaged with Elijiah and you knew very well they kicked me out when my mother went missing. And Please stop acting already, you look pathetic. " Bella said disgustingly.
Charlotte's face darkened. Elijiah Song was her cousin. He fell madly in love with Diara. He gave everything to her, even his own life….
"No, sister we didn't, I only fell for him when he was comforting me with Elijiah's death."
Bella sighed, she was really annoyed and hungry. How long does she need to act like this? If she would have known, she should have eaten something before they left. Before she could speak again, a commotion started.
They all looked and saw two handsome men walking like Gods dominating heaven. The crowd automatically divided in front of them, making a clear path to where Bella was. Dean saw her beloved and calmly walked to her. Devyn was also behind following him, but his head was nodding at some businessmen who greeted him.
Girls were gasping, screaming excitedly like Charlotte and Chloe Zao. But their excitement didn't remain for long.
Dean locked his eyes on Bella. He's trying to calm himself down. He had the urge to cover her with his windbreaker and hide her from the disgusting wolves eyeing her. He already made a mental note of those faces. But he also wants this moment to be tattooed on his heart. His dazzling beautiful woman who appears to be a goddess in her red gown.
He immediately embraced her, then kissed her forehead. Since he's taller than her, he slightly bent his neck forward. He looked at her in the eyes and smiled apologetically. With a clear masculine voice,
" I'm sorry, I'm late wifey…"