A Night To Forget, A Lifetime To Remember.

es spoke with confidence about his family's legacy and ambitious plans. The confidence of a man who exp

on name has been synonymous with success for generations, and I intend

ised a safe and enviable life. However,

g," she said carefully, stirring her coffee.

re to think about? I'm James Harrington. I don't see why

future he promised, but his confidence made her doubt herself. But the way he made her

with gifts, heartfelt notes, and endless ch

te her doubts. The way he pursued her was c

n exclusive restaurant. The setting was perfect: dim lighting,

g personality made her nervous, but she tried t

ght seem sudden Emily," James began. His touch firm yet careful. "But I don't bel

, revealing a dazzling diamond ring that sparkled under the soft glow

hings were moving too quickly, but James's steady stare h

ed slightly, enough to let her know he expected nothing less than

y, his smile patient b

felt impossibly perfect, but it also fel

will," she whispered,

to her finger. "You won't regret this." he said,

chest felt heavy. She sil

om. The mood shifted. James was passionate, almost impatient, as though she was another victory fo

. She stared at the ceiling with a heavy heart, feeling uncertain. She thought saying yes to

find it buzzing with chatter. Richard and James stood at the head of the table, exuding their

voice carried the weight of au

I have an important announcement," he

ation. "This union isn't just a moment of personal happiness but a testament to the strength and stability of our fa

was clear on the faces of everyone. Emily forced a fake smile. She glanced at James

ing wasn't an accident. It was a power play. She couldn't

the floor, slicing through the polite applause. All eyes tur

nded. His gaze locked onto James. "H

g very confident. "Why wouldn't I?" he

uiet. The tension building,

is voice sharp with authority. "Jack, t

ofter but still serious. "You don

do you mean, Jack?" she asked quietly bu

and charming. "Don't listen to him, Emily. He's

e cutting like a blade. "This isn't about c

it now. You're just jealous. You can't even be happy for me, can

o do with jealousy!" he said angrily. "You use people for your ow

ood face to face. The employees around the table looked at each other

up, his loud voice cu

oug

fell dead

a professional environment, not a playground for your pett

off lingered a few seconds. Finally, Jack's jaw ti

at down with a smile, loo

finished. "This discussion is over. We have important busines