The annual grand ball had finally begun, casting its enchanting spell upon the breathtaking city of New Orleans. It was an event as legendary as the crescent moon that presently adorned the night sky, known to be the grandest gathering of nobles, socialites, and influential figures in the city of high and mighty status. A symphony of laughter and music cascaded through the opulent halls of the grand venue, adorned with glistening chandeliers and cascades of colorful flowers intricately arranged at every corner.As the clock struck nine in the evening, the grand ball was in full swing. Half of the illustrious guests had already arrived, their radiant gowns and impeccable suits adding splendor to the glittering affair. Among the throngs of elegantly dressed individuals, Celine and Mark made their grand entrance, hand in hand, down the velvet-draped red carpet. Cameras flashed, capturing the mesmerizing couple from every angle, immortalizing their presence in the chronicles of high socie

"Fuck!" Celine cried out in anger as she kicked the center table in front of her, sending all the decorative ornaments on it, sprawling all around and the maids who lingered around, flinching. "How dare Noel treat me that way!" She roared louder, while her husband turned towards the maids and shooed them off at once. Not wanting to stay any longer, they all did as told and scrambled off. After they were all gone, safe for the head butler who still lingered, Mark turned his attention to his wife. "Celine, calm down." He tried to sooth her anger as he undid his tie and handed his suit to the butler who quickly scurried away after retrieving it, not wanting to once again be caught in the crossfire of his madam's anger."How can you tell me to calm down, Mark? That bastard is making a fool out of us." Celine screamed, pointing towards the general direction they had come in from after leaving the grand ball. "He was the one who had me thrown out of his restaurant. It was all him! He disg

Leon arrived at the address he had sent an hour after his conversation with Celine. He had taken his time to dress up, adorning a casual grey long sleeve, brown long coat on the outside and a simple pair of black jeans. As for his hair which was always permed backwards each time he had to look professional, he chose a different hairstyles, parting it at the side slightly and allowing the rest to fall by his face. After dressing up, he had gently shook Circe awake, informing her about his whereabouts to which she drowsily nodded her head in understanding and he placed a gentle kiss on her forehead before allowing her slip back to bed and he stepping out to head over to the place he had sent as an address to Celine. Now, standing in front of the ordained place, Leon took a calming breath before stepping into the grand entrance of the fancy restaurant. The low hum of conversation and the familiar aroma of gourmet dishes filled the air. As he walked through the establishment, heads turn

The meeting has begun at exactly nine thirty in the morning. Leon had been one of the first few people who arrived in the conference room and Mark being part of the last few. Once all the major Shareholders and company CEO’s was present in the conference room, everyone stood up to greet Leon, only returning to their seat after her waved them to do so.After everyone had seated, Leon allowed his gaze wander the faces of the people present. The conference table was made from the finest wood with elegance and it was long, but his gaze quickly settled on Mark who was already staring daggers at him. Leon smiled at mark, who looked like he was about to explode from anger any second from now, before turning his attention towards the people seated at the table.“Since everyone is here, we shall now begin the meeting, but first, let me start off by saying, I’m glad that you all could make it under such short notice,” he began his voice projecting confidence and authority. The shareholders ex

After Haruhisa had stormed out of the office, a wave of satisfaction washed over Leon. He couldn't help but relish in the feeling of standing up to his a scumbag like Haruhisa and asserting his own power.Relaxing into his chair with a slight grin, Leon watched as Emma approached him, tablet once again in her hand and ready for work."Mr. Heroux, I have the new plan for the project ready," Emma said, her voice filled with determination.“Is that so?” Leon mused to himself as usual, Emma knew that and so she didn’t bother responding and quietly allowed him to accept the file from her. Taking a look at the blueprint as Emma bad suggest, Leon allowed his eyes to roam, okay-ing everything he has seen so far and liking them, that is until he spots something that makes, his eyes widen in surprise. The proposed site for the project the his company was currently working on was located just a stone's throw away from one of Mark's distribution shopping district.What was this?!A sense of