Chapter 28
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“Does this feel better?” Sebastian asked softly, his hands gently massaging my abdomen.}
“Thank you. It’s so much better,” I replied with a politeness that caught him off guard.”
He froze for a moment, then ruffled my hair with a laugh. “Silly girl, we’re about to get married. No need to be so formal.“}
I forced a mirthless smile as I mused. There won’t be any future for us, Sebastian.
That night, sleep seemed to abandon me. So, I got up and wandered to the balcony. As I passed Sebastian’s study, I noticed a faint light spilling out from the cracked door.”
Curious, I opened the door. On the desk was the prototype of “Endless Sunshine,” the diamond ring Sebastian had designed for me.
The ring was set to release on the day we registered our marriage. It was the symbolism of the hope that Sebastian dan my love would be as radiant and beautiful as a sunny day.”
Everyone in Alegre City could not wait to see the new release item from Charm Jewelry.
However, in retrospect, the jewelry that he had designed for me, such as, “Admiring the Sun“, “Love’s Sunshine“, “Radiant Sun” and so on, were all born subtle nods to Sunny’s name. Every piece, every detail, was infused with his love for her.
As I stared at “Endless Sunshine“, I always had a nagging feeling that I had seen someone wearing it somewhere.
I had a hunch, so I opened Instagram and clicked on Sunny’s Instagram Story. There it was. Two days ago, she posted a photo of her hand.
Her slender finger was adorned with the exact same “Endless Sunshine” ring. It was not a prototype, but the finished piece, encrusted with genuine diamonds.
It was accompanied by a caption. [He’s kept his promise once again. Every time he released a new one, I’m always the first to have it.]} A cold tear slid down my cheek.”
So, Sunny had always been the hand model for Charm Jewelry and over the past two years, the inspiration for every design that Sebastian claimed was for me had actually come from Sunny, whether her birthmark, her new manicure, or even the flush on her cheeks after drinking.
A gust of cold wind swept through the open study window, chilling the tears on my face.
I swallowed the lump in my throat and read the message that my aunt sent me. [Carrie, your immigration paperwork for New Zealand is nearly done. You’ll be able to leave in three days.]}
It was so happened that a press conference for “Endless Sunshine” would be held in three days.§
The next morning, I began packing my belongings.
Seeing me pull out a suitcase, Sebastian looked confused. “Why are you suddenly packing?“}
“My university professor’s jewelry design was shortlisted for Paris Design Week,” I lied smoothly. “She’s invited me to attend in person. I’m leaving in a few days.“E
When he heard that Sebastian looked a bit tense as he asked, “It’s not on the day we registered our marriage, right?“>
I forced a casual smile as I said, “Of course not.“}
Relieved, he kissed my forehead, “I’ll take you to the airport then.”}
If I hadn’t uncovered the truth, I might have savored that tender moment. However, knowing what I knew, I felt like the main character in The Truman Show. We were both desperate to exit the stage and reclaim reality.
Three days later, Alegre City buzzed with excitement as Charm Jewelry’s launch event approached its climax. Rumors of a surprise finale kept everyone on edge.£
Before heading to the airport, I decided to stop by the press conference to say a final goodbye to Sebastian and take a look.
On the way there, I noticed Sunny had just posted on her Instagram Story.
At that time, the internet was already ablaze with stories of my fairytale romance with Sebastian and countless people were praising our love &
When I arrived at the location, I saw Sunny. She was wearing the same haute couture dress that she wore on her Instagram Story’s post. It was at the moment I realized that she was not just attending but she was the star of the event.
With ease and confidence, she linked arms with Sebastian. She toasted guests like a perfect hostess.
The crowd marveled at her S
Thad no idea the longtime hand model for Charm Jewelry was Sunny, the renowned jewelry designer! Such a talented and multitalented woman Mr. North is truly lucky to have found her’s
