Kneeling for a Second Chance Novel

---- Chapter 397 Lucas trembled with anger, cursing, "Damn it!" Sabrina grabbed the sheets and covered her chest , sobbing uncontrollably. There was no way she could have fought back against a drugged man. Sabrina even doubled the dose to ensure her plan would not fail-just in case Sebastian's willpower was stronger than the drug's effects. In the end, Lucas turned into a beast, unable to resist the effects, no matter how hard he tried. To make matters worse, neither of them had their phones to call for help. Sabrina basically brought it upon herself.

Martha nearly passed out when she heard that her son had fainted. Just when she was about to heave a sigh of relief after confirming Alexander was fine, she was met with the absurd scene that made her tremble with fury. Mallory, too, was stunned. She steadied Martha as they faced the packed crowd in front of them. Lucas and Sabrina had slept together -and now the scene was being broadcast live by countless cameras. Mallory tried to call for security , but it was already too late. Wendy staggered a little, too stunned to move. ---- Gabriella walked over with a grim expression.

A swarm of journalists that had been blocking the way quickly parted as soon as they caught sight of her. Sensing a major scoop, the journalists surged forward, eager to break the news live. Even the ones in the hall rushed over with their cameras, crowding the scene until there was no more room left. It was human nature to be attracted to scandals , especially scandals among the wealthy. It was too late for the Grant and Young families to control the damage, even if they wanted to. All the journalists were already live-streaming the scene for clicks and exposure.

'The cameras panned from Gabriella's face to Lucas' naked body, the scratch marks, and Sabrina, who was sobbing and covering her chest with the sheets. Sabrina was crying so miserably that it took the journalists some time to finally realize she was Gabriella's close friend from the entertainment industry. "Isn't she that famous fashion designer?" "Remember the last stop of Gabriella's tour from three years ago? The Black Swan she wore was designed by her close friend right here." "They've been interacting with each other on Facebook for ---- the past few years.

They're famous for being high-society besties." "And now her bestie slept with her soon-to-be husband right on their engagement day. How exciting!" Lucas lit a cigarette and took a deep puff, his scalp tingling with anxiety. He never signed up for it. He was not foolish enough to cause a mess like that on such an important day. Lucas was sure Joseph would break his legs when he got home. As for Gabriella , there was nothing he could say to her. After all, there was no point in saying anything when everything was broadcast live. Gabriella's face was as white as a sheet.

It was supposed to be the happiest day of her life. Her engagement to Lucas was a grand affair, attended by countless elites across Slate City and journalists. And now, it was all ruined. Sabrina choked out, "Gabby, I don't know how this happened . Our plan... [didn't mean for this to happen. I'm sorry. I didn't know..." She sobbed so hard that her words came out in fragments. Though the journalists did not hear what Sabrina said, Lucas did. The word "plan" rang in his mind, making him wonder what it was. Gabriella rushed forward and tugged Sabrina's hair.

"Didn't you want to sleep with Sebastian ? Damn you! How could you ---- ruin my engagement ceremony? Go to hell!" Chaos broke out, and the cameras captured every minute of the fight between the two women who were once close friends. They tugged at each other's hair and strangled each other's throats. At first, Sabrina felt guilty toward Gabriella. But after enduring a few blows, Sabrina began fighting back, grabbing Gabriella's hair. Sabrina did not think it was fair for her to take all the blame- Gabriella needed to go down with her.

With so many journalists around, Sabrina knew she was done for that day. Not even the best PR team could cover the mess. Even worse, Sabrina's parents were also at the ceremony. Both her reputation and career were done for. "T'll never be able to show my face in Slate City again. How dare Gabriella act all innocent and pitiful? Don't you dare pin all the blame on me!" thought Sabrina. Sabrina pulled Gabriella's hair hard, screaming, "You said nothing would go wrong! You gave me the drug!

It was you who egged me on, saying all I had to do was sleep with Sebastian and he'll leave Valeria!" The two fought like animals in a cage, completely losing all rationality.