A Love Forgotten (Arianna and Elijah)

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Jocelyn was stunned into silence by Elijah's response, her gaze turning forlorn as she looked at him. But Elijah's attention wasn't on her at all

(my darction. Amused, I simply turned away and refocused on the runway show.

I noticed Jocelyn biting her lip, bet eyes brimming with resentment as she shot avmous look in my

silverwood's brand showcase was a resounding soccess. When the lead designer, Ms. Trenton, took the stage for her closing remarks, the applause lasted for over ten minutes.

A swarm of journalists surged forward for interviews while the invited sponsors were led backstage to a lounge for a brief rest.

Teri and I sat in the lounge, excitedly discussing the outfits we had photographed and admiring some of the stand-out designs

Teri's passion for fashion had always nan deep. She'd even studied fashion design courses in college. Her enthusiam and keen aya lad me to sponsor Silverwood's brand showcase in the first

Now that the company was flourishing, Teri was overjoyed.

As we talked, a figure appeared in front of us. I looked up, my expression darkening It was focilyn-again.

She clutched her hands together, visibly uneasy. "Ms. York. I just wanted to apologize."

Thadn't even opened my mouth before Teril, pretending not to hear her, raisedher voice, "What? Are you asking Ari to give up on Elijah?"

Jocelyn froze, and 1 was stunned. Ter's voice had captured the attention of everyone in the lounge, and now all yes were on us

Jocelyn's face flushed a deep red under the scrutiny. Her feigned discomfort from a moment ago now seemed all on real, especially with several people in the room who recognized both Elijah and her, thanks to the recent viral drama. Jocelyn quickly tried to regain her composure, her eyes glistening with tears. "No, M. Stuart, you misunderstood. That's not what I meant..."

voice still loud. "Oh? You mean you are not asking to give up on him, but you want them to get a divorce quickly?"

Terifeigned surprise, her voi

Tel saw the shocked expressions around the room and went in for the dll. "Oh, I get it-you're already pregnant with Elijah's baby, and you're getting impatient."

A collective gasp rippled through the room, and murmurs began to spread. People pointed at Jocelyn, their expression laced with disdain. Jocelyn's face want pale, and she swayed as if she

I subcly tried to pull Teri bark, but she brushed me off, leaning close to whisper, "Don't stop me. Watch how 1 handle this drama queen"

Under the seathing gates of the crowd, Jocelyn covered her face and started to cry softly. At that moment, Elijah, mingling and chatting nearby, noticed the commotion and quickly strode

d Jocelyn, glaring at us. "What did you say to jo?"

He wrapped anatim

anarim around j

Teriput on an innocent face. "We didn't do anything. We were just sitting here when Ms. Cornell came over and told Arl to hurry up and divorce you, saying she's pregnant and can't wait any longer" Jocelyn's tear-streaked face looked up at Elijah, her voice trembling with emotion. "Tut's not what happened, Elijah. You have to believe me. I just..."

Te didn't allow her to explain, loudly interjecting, "50, Ms. Cornell, are you or are you not pregnant?**

Jocelyn's attempt at a response faltered, the words stuck in her throat.

Teri continued, "If you're pregnant, then just focus on that, What's the point of coming over here to bother Ari?"

Jocelyn finally found her voice, "I just wanted to apologize to Ms. York..."

Looking at her with pity, Elijah murmured, "lo, there's no need to apologize. You did nothing wo