gala-encounter

Elara's POV

Minutes after my date with Dave, our pictures were all over the media, with stories like "GTO Enterprise CEO's wife displays beauty and ring," "New billionaire couple flaunt their love during lunch date," and "CEO of GTO Enterprise mystery fiancée engagement ring costs twenty million dollars." I smiled because everything was going as Dave had planned. I then put my phone down and practiced an emotionless yet sophisticated look in front of the mirror. I had always wanted to be an actress, and during our date, Dave suggested that I play a part for him at our gala banquet as a wealthy, sophisticated, enigmatic woman whose presence demanded respect and only smiled when necessary.

This character was also difficult to break and always used appropriate word,so I wasn't sure how to feel about it.However,he stated that if I was effective at playing that role,he would do everything I. His power to get me an acting contract after our contract ended It was mind-blowing to consider that my fantasy could come true and since I knew he had that much influence and could make it happen.

I started rehearsing in front of the mirror, and soon I realised I would ace my first performance. Kate and her team started working on me shortly after it was time to get ready for the gala. I requested that my makeup be applied in a dramatic, soft glam style. My stylists did what they do well, and I looked nearly unrecognisable in my Gou in Pei dress. I told them to get in when I heard a knock on the door. Dave was the one. When I turned around, he let out a startled gasp.

"You look stunning..." Thank you, I replied. He extended his hand and led me to the car. We were accompanied by five additional automobiles and ten security personnel. When we arrived, I sighed in the car. He asked me to trust him and play my part. I took a deep breath and gripped his hands while exiting the vehicle,the paparazzi gathered around us to take photographs of us and other affluent tycoons. Dave quickly grabbed my waist and pulled me close to him for a kiss. I touched his face with my palm, proudly displaying my ring yet again. He pulled out; I grinned at him, and we both looked into the camera as the media took their final pictures. Dave and I entered the banquet and drew a lot of attention.

Dave's POV

After getting my significant other and I a glass of champagne, I started introducing her to affluent businessmen. This is my fiancée, Mr. Sierra. Elara let her face be adorned with a gentle smile. I'm Elara. It's a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Sierra she said I hold a special place in my heart for Mr. Sierra, who is an excellent businessman. After Grandpa Harry passed away, he taught my dad and me a few things. He was good friends with my grandfather. "I apologise for his nonovert behaviour," she promptly said. She remarked, "I'm sure you taught him a lot more than one or two things." Mr. Sierra laughed and gave me a nod, suggesting that he thought well of her. We were speaking with other tycoons, CEOs, business partners, and wealthy individuals when I observed Charles going towards Elara. I carefully calmed myself as he asked who the gorgeous lady was. I was going to respond when he interrupted, taking Elara's hand and kissing it. What is your name, Mademoiselle? The man's audacity

Elara's POV

Dave was introducing me to other guests when a gentleman stepped up to us, taking my hand and kissing it. I watched Dave become tense as if he was trying to conceal his wrath. I immediately realised he had bad blood with the person enquiring for my name, I'm Elara. I said and what family may you be from miss he said, it was then clear to me as I had been introduced to many different wealthy men and women but none had asked for my surname as they knew well the family I was about to enter and were not bold to challenge, sure they made inappropriate comments here and there but I was able to put them in their place .

Or more usually Dave's stare would make them shudder and turn away, but the man in front of me appeared fearless and was essentially testing me to discover where Dave was weak. I stared at him flatly and said, "I'm afraid the legacy my family built is not mine to own because it's their hard work not mine," but if you ever manage to do business with my family, I'll formally introduce myself using my family name. However, you'll need to act quickly because I'm getting married soon. I said, holding Dave's hand as I kissed him. I countinued to kiss Dave until he walked away. The award ceremony had begun and we approached our designated seats when I observed a lady staring at Dave, I gently placed my hand on his leg, as if marking my territory.

Dave's POV

Elara looked at someone and put her hands softly on my thighs. I was startled to see my ex when I glanced in the direction she was gazing. I did all in my power to prevent her from going to the gala. How did she enter? I assumed that Amy had been calling me nonstop for an explanation ever since the first news broke about Elara and me, but when I found out that Charles had cut her off because he no longer needed her, I knew that she was still a very self-centred and cunning person. She frequently visited my main home, and I simply asked my secretary to alter passcodes to all the residences Amy had access to, giving her no access to my life whatsoever I knew her presence here would have serious consequences so I instructed my secretary to take her into a private room in the gala and instruct her to wait for me.