Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 186 The Engagement Ceremony Is Canceled Rosaline's POV: Finished I exited the taxi, my expression icy, and stepped onto the red carpet, heading directly for the stage at the center of the ballroom.

Yet, my legs felt unnaturally heavy, as though weighed down by iron, making every movement slow and exhausting.

"Rosie, why are you by yourself? Where is Caden? Didn't he cwith you?" Mr. Richard approached me, worry evident in his voice.

I halted, my face devoid of emotion, and stated flatly, “He's not coming." "What?" His eyes widened in shock.

"Rosie, what do you mean? Why isn't Caden here? Did something happen?" He bombardedwith one question after another, but I simply brushed past him, unwavering, and proceeded ahead.

The guests quickly sensed that something was off and began murmuring amongst themselves.

"What's happening?" "Why is the bride the only one here? Where's Mr. Holbrook?" "Could it be that Mr. Holbrook backed out at the last minute?" Under the weight of their astonished stares, I ascended the steps, making my way onto the stage.

The host was in the midst of preparations, and upon spotting me, he rushed over. "Ms. Sinclair, the ceremony hasn't begun yet. You can rest for a moment." Ignoring his words, I took the microphone straight from his hand.

With Mr. Richard and the others looking atin confusion, I steadied my breath, cleared my throat, and declared with certainty, "Tonight's engagement is officially canceled." The instant those words left my lips, shock rippled across every face in the room.

The guests stared atin disbelief, exchanging uncertain looks while whispering among themselves.

"Why did Rosaline abruptly call off the engagement? Is this skind of prank?" "She must have been rejected, right?" "Obviously. In a powerful family, status is everything. How could Mr. Holbrook seriously commit to an Omega from the countryside like her?" Despite the murmurs filling the hall, I remained composed, unaffected by their words.

Chapter 186 The Engagement Ceremony Is Canceled Finished For them, the sudden cancellation of the Eclipse Group CEO's engagement just before it was set to take place was an explosive headline! "Ms. Sinclair, what made you call off the engagement?" "Ms. Sinclair, you just announced the cancellation. Is Mr. Holbrook aware? Was this decision yours or his?" "Ms. Sinclair, did issues between you and Mr. Holbrook lead to this cancellation?" The flood of questions catrelentlessly.

I curled my lips into a faint smile and responded calmly, "I'm sorry, but I won't be answering any questions. Tonight's engagement ceremony is canceled. You may all leave." Caden's POV: When I stepped into the doorway of the Luxe Heritage Hotel's ballroom, this was what greeted me. Rosaline, the woman I cherish the most, stood beforein the white gown I had specially picked for her. It made her appear even more graceful and captivating.

Radiant and stunning, her beauty warmed my heart.

But the words she spoke were ice-cold, "Tonight's engagement ceremony is canceled." The engagement was called off...

With just a casual statement, she ended our engagement without warning.

Why? I couldn't make sense of it.

To ensure Rosaline had the most spectacular engagement celebration, I meticulously arranged everything in just eight days.

Every detail was tailored to her liking, selecting only the finest options.

I had eagerly anticipated this night, looking forward to celebrating with Rosaline and receiving everyone's well wishes.

I had even prepared a special gift for her by hand, hoping to surprise her in front of everyone and make her the happiest woman in the world.

As for Tessa, I had already made it clear that she should leave first and I'll give her an explanation later.

I knew Rosaline must have misunderstood the situation, but I had unwavering faith in her feelings for me. I believed she would trust me.

Once I cleared everything up, surely things would return to how they were meant to be.

However, Tessa was clearly in pain just now-there's a chance she was injured when my car hit her earlier.

She once risked everything to save me; so how could I turn my back on her now? That's why I asked Rosaline to return first. I planned to handle Tesso's 08:14 Tue, 18 Mar w Chapter 186 The Engagement Ceremony is Canceled 78% Finished

the engagement ceremony, explain everything to Rosaline and continue ve with our ceremony as planned.

But in the end, I left Tessa behind, pushing the speed eed limit, eventunning two red lights just to reach Rosaline sooner. And now what? She still called off our engagement in front of everyone without hesitation.

Why would she be so heartless, canceling everything so suddenly? She didn't even tellbeforehand.

Was she really this unforgiving? "Mr. Holbrook! Mr. Holbrook is here!" Someone spottedstanding at the entrance and called out in shock.

In an instant, reporters swarmed around me, thrusting their microphones close to my face.

"Mr. Holbrook, did you have any prior knowledge of Ms. Sinclair's om unexpected decision to call off the engagement?" "Mr. Holbrook, can you tell us ...

Before they could finish, I cut them off with an icy tone. "Get out of my way." A hush fell over the crowd as the reporters recoiled, stunned into silence.

Without a word, my face darkened, and I strode toward Rosaline, each step heavy with determination.

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