Chapter 10
The warm, golden lights bathed Brooklyn as she stood on stage, making her glow like she was wrapped in a halo. A breeze drifted through the ballroom, gently sweeping her hair as she gazed at Mason, her eyes filled with emotion and tenderness[]
Softly, she spoke into the microphone. “All this time, you’ve been the sunlight in my life. You’re always there, silent yet unwavering in your warmth. Every moment you’ve stayed by my side glows like a star in the sky of my meniory.“[
I used to take that warmth for granted, but standing here now, I finally understand that you’ve built me a safe harbor with nothing but your love.
son’s mind went completely blank. []
Mason’s
Before he could react, Brooklyn had already walked off the stage and stood before him, gently taking his hand as she continued. Tve seen a thousand beautiful sights, but nothing compares to how you look at me. I’ve heard many kind words, but none have touched me like your quiet care.
Starting today, I don’t want you trailing behind me anymore. I want to walk beside you through every season, every moment, and every view Life offers.”
Cella has already signed the divorce papers. And I’m also ready to be with you. Mason, do you like this surprise? This is my birthday gift to you–me.”
Mason stood frozen, unable to process the moment.
Mason?
Mason?” Brooklyn called his name softly, mistaking his daze for overwhelming joy and nudging him for a response.[]
The music
ic drowned out the questions racing through Mason’s mind, and cheers surrounded him. So, he pulled himself together, forced a smile, and responded. with practiced warmth
“Brooklyn, thank you for all of this. I’m really touched-|
He did not give a clear answer, but everyone at the party took it as confirmation. After all, they had seen how long he had devoted himself to Brooklyn. The only thing that had kept them apan was his marriage. Now that it was over, they had even confessed their love to each other during a party, flaunting it before everyone.
lonew you’d love it!” Brooklyn murmured, satisfied with Mason’s reaction. She smiled and looped her arm through his as they socialized among the cro
Someone shouted, “Called it Congrats, Mr. Harmon–she’s a catch!“]]
“Cheers to you. Mason: in took years, but you finally got the girl
Applause and cheers echoed throughout the ballroom. But beneath it all a few voices whispered their discontent]
Way to rebrand cheating and emotional manipulation as
as romance.
“No wonder Cella didn’t show up.”
Still, those murmurs were quickly drowned by the crowd’s excitement.
By the time the party ended, it was already late. Brooklyn had drunk a little too much her cheeks flushed as she clung to Mason’s arm and giggled. ||
She slurred, “You’d better treatm me right… or I’m leaving your-||
The woman that Mason had pursued for many years was now in his arms–soft, tipay, and affectionate. As he looked down at her glowing face, Mason set aside all his confusion and questions for another time.
He drove her home and stayed until she was fast asleep. Only then did he return to the house he had once shared with celia
When he entered his house, he was greeted by darkness. That was when it finally his him–Cella was not there as she had returned to her hometown. Still, Mason did not think that she could truly leave him
He knew how much she loved him. Just like he had spent years chasing after Brooklyn, Celia had spent all this time chasing after him ||
Mason remembered how she had given him a birthday gift that morning. He figured that she was probably just mad, wanting him to coax her back]
He admitted that he had neglected Cella Lately because of Brooklyn and decided to make it up to her when she returned with that thought, he picked up his phone and called Celia, not even thinking about how late it was.
The call ang continuously, but no one picked up
Frustrated, Midon switched to messaging her![]
To his surprise, the screen flashed red, it seemed his message hadn’t been delivered. Then, be received a notice that read. “You have been blocked by the
recipient
Mason’s brows furrowed.
He wondered if Celia was ghosting him now without even giving him a chance to explain. Did she really expect him to drop everything and go chasing after her?]
