The pleasing sonata of the orchestra enveloped the party. Girls, boys, women and men are in their best outfits as they tried to flaunt their elegance and social standing. The yearly celebration of the 'High Society' will once again make noises in the media tomorrow.
But among the refined atmosphere is a scene everyone in the party is enjoying. A woman wearing a fiery fitted red gown was drench in a million dollar wine as her face full of sharp yet gentle feature throws ridiculing glances. But it was not the center of entertainment. Across the woman is a couple - or it should be. After all, she 'was' the fiancée.
Leo, a business tycoon known to be ruthless was standing with a tiny and petite woman who wrapped her arms around his left. The woman's face screamed innocence. She has the air of purity, quite docile, gentle and everything sweet could describe her. Very unlike Elise who is now drenching in a wine and is put in a situation where she- the heiress of Villafranca Empire is begging. She is begging for the man that she love, Leo to go back to her. But her aura is too proud that even in her weakest form, she looks haughty. Aira on the other hand has a meek nature, docile smiles and the allure of the female lead, she always provoke the protective nature of men, more specifically, Leo.
Elise was Leo's childhood friend for one decade and beloved fiancée for another decade. But unfortunately, their love story was not meant to end in the same page. Elise felt like the antagonist of their Cinderella story that seemed to walk right out of a Korean drama, one that involved a poor, unfortunate Aria who managed to capture the heart and attention of a ruthless but incredibly handsome billionaire.
How unfair could life be? Don't you think? She dedicated all of her time, attention and life to him. When he needed help in his company, she was there as the influential daughter of the Villafranca. She helped him pulled strings, threaten people, did the dirty work, and allowed herself to be pushed to the brink of stress, worrying about issues 'he' should've cared about. And all while she slaved away at his desk, he - Leo was with his lover.
Elise maintained her composure even against the very disadvantageous situation. She did not lose her poise as she throws a knowing glance to the couple.
"I never knew my fiancée's lover is clumsy enough to spill wine... on me" Elise's words rang through the hall and the lively atmosphere of the party died down.
Leo shot a burning glare at her. "That was an accident. Don't make it a big deal"
Elise scoffs inwardly. "If its Aira, its considered an accident? But if its me... it would be scheming? Right?" She gave everything to this man. She gave everything that she was left with nothing. But was it ever enough?
Aira held the hands of Leo as her eyes which started to water stared at Elise. "I know you hate me. But can't you let this one pass? You know it was just an accident" her voice was pleasant but it contained a small quiver at the end.
Elise stared at the 'seemingly' innocent Aira. Sure enough, her words appeared harmless, but it directed people to think that she is making ruckus out of nothing. Indeed a white lotus with a glib tongue. Great, once again, she's the villain.
Elise plastered a sweet smile "Its good that you know I hate you. After all, you went after a man who was engaged. Ah! *chuckles* does that count you as a mistress?" She tried to hold back. She tried to just suck up everything because she knows that everything she'll say will be used against her. But a maiden's broken heart is too much to handle.
"Stop this nonsense Elise! Our engagement was nothing but a deal of the elders. I never loved you. And I'll never do. So stop messing with us!" Leo said with a cold expression as he stance his self in front of Aira defending her from Elise.
