Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring Novel

Chapter 74 Emma looked at him , her lips twitching into a half hearted attempt at a smile .

She appreciated Jadens efforts , but the weight of the evening was too much to bear .

Im trying , she whispered , her voice barely audible .

Her eyes drifted to the middle of the hall , where speeches and accolades were ongoing with so much pomp and fanfare .

There was anticipation in the room , as hushed tones and murmurs of voice filled the air .

Each person seemed consumed by one mystery : the identity of W2 Holdings CEO , which nobody knew , Emmas stomach churned .

The people were still waiting , their eyes scanning the room for some kind of unfamiliar face to step into the spotlight and take the stage .

They had no idea that the very person they were waiting for was sitting right there .

among them , her identity hidden behind a mask of forced smiles and a growing sense of dread .

Emmas smile wavered as she changed her position , pretending the case .

The couple at the table would look over sometimes and smile at her , but it was polite and restraining .

The truth was , she was beyond fighting the comments online anymore .

This hatred had shown up in her real life choking and real .

Much earlier , outside the venue , the boos and jeers of the crowd had almost made her scurry back to the car .

Now she was here , acting as though everything would be alright , when her heart inside was breaking into a million pieces .

She looked around the room , at the glittering chandeliers and elegantly dressed attendees , and wondered what she was even doing there .

Four years she had built W2 Holdings beyond expectation , putting every ounce into the company .

And now , it terrified her to even think about standing up there and revealing her identity .

Would they admire her success , or would they tear her down further ? The rest of the evening blur , Emma sat stiff at her table , her smile a carefully contrived mask .

She glanced to her right .

feigning interest in the chirping conversations going on around her and trying desperately to convey an impression of calm and composure .

Then she felt it , a burning gaze that seemed to be searing her cheeks , sending the hair on the nape of her neck rising .

She heard her breath catch as she turned toward the source of that unrelenting stare .

Lo and behold , it was Alexander .

His .

eyes were fastened on her , cold , uncaringly intense , with a grip that froze her in place .

The noise of the crowd around her faded , and all she was aware of was the icy grip of his gaze down her spine .

herself , Emmas chest rose and fell with sharp , erratic breaths as an unbidden rush of emotion coursed through her part anger , part fear , and part somethings she didnt want to feel .

Her heart hammered in her chest , and she struggled to compose quickly looking away .

She closed her eyes for a brief moment , willing herself to block him out of her mind .

Not tonight , she begged herself .

Of all nights , dont let him get to you tonight .

But no matter how hard she tried to push him out , his presence lingered on , haunting her like a ghost .

Although he was across the room ; he was in her mind , invading every corner of her thoughts .

Frustration bubbled inside her , and she couldnt take it anymore .

Growling softly under her breath , she rose from her seat and made her way to the restroom , desperate for some semblance of solitude .

Inside the bathroom , she leaned against the sink , gripping its edges as she took deep breaths .

The cool , steple air of the restroom offered a momentary reprieve , but it wasnt long before the sound of high heels clicking against the tiled floor broke the silence .

Emma barely paid it any mind until she glanced in the mirror and saw her .

Annie .

Annie swaggered into the bathroom , her smug smile already plastered on her face .

She stopped beside Emma , cocking her head to one side , as if she was studying her .

You should give up Annie said offhandedly , the venom in her tone barely masked No one wants you around .

Emma straightened , and her eyes met Annies in the mirror .

You cant intimidate me , she said coldly .

Her voice came out steady , but inside , her chest was tightening from anger suppressel Annie smirked and applied another coat of lipstick , as if Emmas defiance was no more than a minor nuisance .

Havent you seen the articles flying around ? Youre a relic , Emma A past glory .

Your time in this society is over 1/2 2117 Tue , Dec 17 Chapter 74 Kina let out a shrill , batter grott .

Her heart was racing , carrying terres weight he was will even the le she replied , with even a tinge of challenge Annie turned to her and tilted her head in a way that frigned po Considering what happened toninge 1 deals think your be doing much showing of your face in public win Emma fisted her hands to will herself not to hit her face .

Te those hateful words firing and fowed their for in people whom you paid , she said , accusation laced in every word I had nothing to do with tonights mess , Annie returned , her voeteld , unshaken Emmas composure cracked , and her voice shook as she spoke .

But what about the other attacks My wns daycare being rammed into just minutes after you saw me at the hospitale That wasnt a coincidence She could feel the prick of tears in her eyes , but she battled them back .

She wouldnt let Annie e berrry .

Ive always known you were selfish .

Annie , bet 1 never thought you , were capable of being so heartless I dont know what youre talking about , Annie said , her voice steady , though her fingers twitched nervously at her des Emmas breath caught as a memory of her son in the hospital bed flashed into her mind his pale face , his frail body fighting for his life .

Her voice shook with righteous fury You killed two innocent children .

The rest are still in the hospital , and some might not make it .

What you did is a crime against humanity , and I will get to the bottom of it Annie took another step closer , her stare cold and unblinking as the whispered , Firstly , I have no idea what you are accusing me of , and secondly , what evidence could a nobody like you possibly have ? She smiled then , an unpleasant twisting of her lips .

Oh , wait , I know why .

You must think that coming here with one of the Fernando brothers puts you on the same level as me ? Dont get ahead of yourself , Emma .

Hell get tired of you just like everyone else did Emmas hand itched to strike Annie across the face , but she restrained herself .

She wouldnt let Annie provoke her not tonight , not when she had so much at stake .

Youd better start warching your steps , Annie , Emma warned , her voice low and trembling with barely contained rage .

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