Evelyn stood still in shock.The Damien in her memory had never hugged her-especially not at this particular event.
She remembered vividly how cold he had been to her at the birthday banquet in her previous life. Detached and distant. As if she didn't exist at all. That memory clashed violently with what was happening now. She stood frozen in his arms, unable to move.
Aside from remembering his attitude toward her, she had always known Damien as someone cold and controlled-someone who never lost his composure in public. Yet right now, he was holding her.
Lydia stared in disbelief at the scene unfolding before her. So did everyone else.
The entire hall had shifted its attention to them. This was no longer a banquet. It was a spectacle.
Some guests quickly raised their phones, taking pic
