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Alexa watched as Sir Harold led Mello to a corner, her eyes narrowing as she tried to gauge the conversation from a distance. She noticed Mello's countenance change, a mixture of surprise and contemplation crossing his face. After a few minutes, Sir Harold left Mello and walked to the middle of the crowd, his daughter Evelyn by his side."May I have everyone's attention, please?" Sir Harold called out, his voice commanding yet warm. The music slowly died down, and all eyes turned toward him.Sir Harold smiled, radiating confidence. "I have a very good offer that I'd like to present to Mello."Everyone listened intently. Sir Harold took Evelyn's hand and continued, "I'd like to offer my daughter's hand in marriage to Mello."Gasps filled the entire place, whispers and murmurs spreading like wildfire. Alexa's eyes widened in shock, her heart pounding. Even Lisa, standing with Jessica, felt the sting of jealousy, though she tried to hide it.Mello walked forward, his steps deliberate and
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Before Mello could respond, another family stepped forward. The father, a distinguished-looking man with silver hair, spoke first."Mr. Mello," he said, his voice rich and commanding, "I am Lord Carrington. Allow me to present my daughter, Lady Isabella. She is a woman of grace and intelligence, and it would be an honor to see her united with someone of your stature."Mello nodded politely, about to respond when another voice cut in."Mr. Mello," interrupted another man, stepping forward with his daughter. "I am Baron Rutherford. My daughter, Helena, is not only beautiful but also skilled in diplomacy and business. I believe she would make a perfect partner for you."Before Mello could speak, a third family approached. The matriarch of the family, dressed in an elegant gown, held her daughter's hand firmly."Mr. Mello," she began, her voice dripping with aristocratic elegance, "I am Duchess Moreau, and this is my daughter, Genevieve. She has been raised with the finest education and
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Lord Wemblin, observing the scene with a composed smile, approached Mello as the applause subsided."Mello," he began, his voice smooth and authoritative, "might I have a word with you in private? There are matters of importance I wish to discuss."Mello, still holding Lisa's hand, nodded. "Of course, Lord Wemblin. Just give me a moment."He turned to Lisa, his eyes filled with reassurance. "I'll be right back, okay?"Lisa nodded, squeezing his hand before letting go. "I'll be fine."Mello led Lord Wemblin, Edward, and Lady Victoria to a quieter corner of the grand hall. They found a secluded table, and the group took their seats. Mello leaned forward slightly, signaling his readiness for the discussion."So," Lord Wemblin began, his tone businesslike yet warm, "we've been following your rise in influence and success, Mello. Your leadership and strategic acumen are impressive, and we believe there is significant potential for mutual benefit between our families."Mello nodded, listeni
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Kelan stood at the edge of the dance floor, a gentle smile playing on his lips as he watched Mello and Lisa. The couple swayed gracefully to the music, their connection unmistakable even from a distance. The lights of the hall cast a soft glow around them, highlighting the tender moment they shared.All around him, guests were laughing, dancing, and enjoying the festivities. The atmosphere was filled with joy and celebration, but Kelan's focus remained on his friend and Lisa. Kelan observed the scene with a keen eye. All eyes were on Lisa and Mello, who continued to dance together, lost in each other's presence. The room seemed to hold its breath, captivated by the couple's undeniable chemistry. As he scanned the crowd, Kelan couldn't help but notice the subtle hints of jealousy and envy on the faces of several ladies present. They watched Lisa with a mix of admiration and longing, perhaps wishing they were in her place.Kelan's smile widened as he took another sip from his wine glas
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Sir Ren smiled with evil thoughts running through his head and told his right-hand man, "Let's leave. We've seen enough."As he exited the place, his entourage followed closely behind. Kelan, watching from a distance, heaved a sigh of relief. Seeing Sir Ren walk away eased some of the tension that had been building up inside him."Good riddance," Kelan muttered to himself. He took another sip of his wine, his eyes scanning the crowd to ensure everything was in order. The departure of Sir Ren and his men meant one less potential threat to worry about.But Kelan knew the night was far from over. He turned his attention back to Mello and Lisa, who were still dancing, lost in their own world. The sight of them brought a faint smile to his lips, but he remained vigilant. There were still many powerful and unpredictable guests in attendance, and he needed to stay on guard.As he moved through the crowd, Kelan's attention was caught by Ray, who was drinking heavily in one corner. There was
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Mello and Lisa continued to dance, their movements synchronized, lost in each other's presence. The music swirled around them, creating a bubble that seemed to separate them from the rest of the world. Suddenly, Mello stopped. Lisa looked up, concern etched on her face. "What's wrong?" she asked softly.He didn't say anything, just took her hand and led her into the mansion. All eyes followed them as they disappeared inside, whispers and murmurs spreading through the crowd.Once inside, Mello closed the door and turned to Lisa, his eyes soft and filled with emotion. He took a deep breath, gathering his thoughts."Lisa," he began, his voice barely above a whisper, "there's something I need to tell you."Lisa's heart pounded in her chest. "What is it, Mello?""I've missed you," he said, stepping closer. "More than I can put into words. This evening, seeing you, dancing with you... it's made me realize just how much."Lisa's eyes glistened with unshed tears. "I've missed you too, Mello.
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Sir allias left Ella and walked forward " Enough with the lies, Mello. Our family won’t be made a mockery of. Your father assured us himself." This is ridiculous! " Mello's eyes were instantly filled with hurt.Lisa’s eyes searched Mello’s face for any sign of deception. Tears well up in her eyes as the reality was staring to sink in."Why would you do this? Why would you lie like this? Did you just make a show of mockery out of me int he presence of the whole world, Mello? " She said her voice breaking.Mello tried touching her but she pushed his hands away " I’m not lying, Lisa. I'm telling you the truth! "The tension in the room hangs like a heavy fog. *Lisa stood there, her eyes locked on Mello as he stares back at her with desperate, pleading eyes. But all she feels is a deep, sinking weight in her chest, suffocating her.She can't take it anymore. Her breath catches in her throat, and before anyone can say a word, she turns and rushes from the room before Mello could catch u
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As Jessica led Lisa to the parking lot, guiding her away from the prying eyes and murmurs inside the mansion, Lisa's tears began to slow, though her breaths still came in ragged gasps. She clung to her friend's arm, her mind spinning with confusion and hurt. She needed to get away, to escape the chaos that had turned her world upside down. Jessie, sensing her friend's desperation, kept her close, whispering gentle reassurances as they moved further from the noise and the whispers.They reached the edge of the parking lot, where the night moon cast long shadows across the rows of parked cars. Just as they were about to head toward Jessie’s car, a sleek black SUV pulled up in front of them, moving slowly and deliberately as it found a spot to park. The engine hummed softly, its dark windows hiding whoever was inside.Lisa and Jessica stopped, staring at the SUV, a sense of unease creeping in. "Who could that be?" Jessie muttered, her voice tinged with suspicion. Lisa’s heart began to po
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