Love Beyond Riches (The Billionaire Son)

Ella Harper had always struggled with the misfortune in her family. Born into a world of financial hardship, even struggling to make ends meet, Ella's childhood was marked by her parents' financial situation. Her father was a rancher, who had a large farm and focused on livestock such as cattle, sheep, and horses. Her mother was into making baskets to earn a little for the family. She grew up on a ranch with her mom and dad with her little brother Isaac. After a long day at the ranch, she sat quietly in her room, staring at what she had accomplished in the past and the weight rolling on her shoulders. She resolved that she would no longer remain in her father’s house as a mere ranch girl. So she struggles with pursuing her dreams and becoming a great female artist. ****** The present ******* Ella Harper was preparing for the big event of her art journey at the famous Brooklyn Museum in New York City. She was preparing to run some markup on her face when suddenly she felt anxiety flowing through her head like a rushing ocean pondering what was about to unfold. She tried picking up courage, standing before the vast sea of faces; she felt a wave of intimidation wash over her, making her tremble. The opening scene began, and they struggled to focus on the crowd steering toward her. Suddenly, a young boy stepped through the doorway in his sleek suit moving with the grace of a seasoned performer on stage, his attire adding an air of sophistication, making a glare at everyone in the audience. She couldn’t resist the allure of his handsome figure as he walked toward the front seat. ************************** Ella lost in her thought “What a magnificent handsome look”. She was saying to herself, she was brought back by her colleagues. **** The Presentation ***** {Ella woke up from her thought} Ella: “Good evening, everyone,” she began, her voice steady as she faced the audience. I’m Ella Harper, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share my creation with you all today. Each piece reflects my journey and inspirations. I hope you find as much meaning and beauty in them as I do. I’m eager to discuss the marvelous creative process and answer any questions you might have. Ella was so happy that a lot of people could come for her art audition; it was not like she expected it to be. After she had finished narrating her artwork, everyone was given a chance to find out the history of the artwork available in the museum. After she narrates it to them, she finishes. On her way to meet her friends, she crosses paths with a young boy, the son of a famous billionaire, at her Artist lecture. Houston: “Hey dear, how are you doing” saying that, to, find out the look on Ella's face. Ella: I'm fine and you. Houston: Cool, “what a nice day for you to be celebrating”. Houston said in a tiny voice. They both talked and laughed together, and he asked for her number and talked to him. After the event was over, Ella walked down to Houston's car. He had promised to drop her off at her house. Ella was shocked, pondering in her heart “What did a rich man's son find in me that he was talking to a low-class girl like me”. She keep thinking until he drops her at her destination, where he say his goodbye. Ella went to the shower to take her bath and put on her nightwear, and then she called her best friend Juliana. Juliana and Ella had been friends since kindergarten, there lived in the same apartment before Juliana and her family parked due to her mother's promotion in her office. Ella called her and told her what happened and how the famous billionaire son Houston had come to talk to her and also drop her off at her house. “Juliana, you won’t believe what happened at my artist's lecture last night.” Juliana’s voice cracked through the speaker, filled with curiosity. “Tell me everything! I am dying to know what happened. It is unbelievable.” Ella took a deep breath, trying to gather her memories. “Okay, so the lecture went pretty damn well. I was nervous, but when I started talking about my work, I felt more at ease. The audience were interested in hearing what I was about to tell them, but then… something completely unexpected happened.” “What? What happened?” Juliana urged, clearly intrigued. “Houston shows up, walking with confidence to the front seat”. Ella said, her voice still laced with disbelief. There was a pause at the other end of the line. “Houston? As in the billionaire son? That's Houston” “Yes!” Ella exclaimed, her excitement bubbling over. He was seated at the front of the VVIP seat listening to me talking about my art. I couldn’t believe my eyes. At first, I thought I was imagining things.” “Oh my God,” Juliana breathed, “what did he do? Did he talk to you?” Ella nodded, even though Juliana couldn’t see her. “Yes, after the lecture, after the lecture, he came up to me. Juliana was kind, so genuinely interested in my art-work. He asked me about my inspiration. I processed everything. And the way he listened, it marveled me, and it was like he actually knew about it, flowing in and out of each word I said. “No way”, Juliana replied, her voice filled with awe. “I always thought he was just another spoiled kid.” “I did too,” Ella admitted. “But he’s different. There’s something real about him. He even dropped me at home, before driving to his house. “So, what is going to happen next?” Juliana asked, clearly invested. “Do you think he will something might happen between you two?” Ella paused, a small smile forming on her lips. “I don’t know, Juliana. I have a feeling it is going to be a bumpy ride and get ready to put on your seat belt.