Noah returned her smile then he shifted his gaze and began to walk forward. Jane stepped forward as well, looking ahead.
As soon as they entered the hall, Jane felt dozens and hundreds of gazes fly towards her and stay on her. Unconsciously, she squeezed his hand tighter. His big hand gave her support. She was not alone. He was by her side. Her small anxiety disappeared. After a few moments of silence, the crowd stirred and gradually grew louder.
Jane followed his lead, walking straight ahead and not looking at anything around. As she swiftly walked by, nothing was able to enter her eyes. When he stopped, Jane also stopped.
"It's a pleasure to meet you, Jane Lane."
It was not until Jane lifted her head that she realized who she was greeting. A man who was draped in formal attire and had bright eyes.
