If you're given a chance to live once more, will you take it? Even if... it comes at a cost?
A dying woman reminisces on her short life and comes to regret not doing the things she likes - always sacrificing her own happiness for her family. On her...
Finally, it was time for the company event. Ms. Qian Yu, dressed in an elegant black gown, was so kind and fetched us in our room towards the event area—none other than the hotel we were staying at. She even complimented my dress and makeup. The dress, I was confident, but the make up? I had to do it myself—me who had no experience in putting on makeup! I simply put some powder on my face, some lip stick in gradient coral pink which was prepared by my mother, and a bit of eye liner. The gradient style lipstick was the only make-up thing I remembered from my past life. Maybe that was the only part she was complimenting. Either that, or she was just being kind.
We headed out to the massive social hall of the hotel that was located on the higher floors. While on the elevator, Ms. Qian Yu confessed that the reason she encouraged me to attend the event was because I'm getting a Rookie Award for being such a young yet talented writer, even having my first story turned into a movie. I was shocked in a good way once again. What's more terrifying was that I needed to say a speech which was the reason why she told me about it so I could prepare. Oh my goodness. I better brace myself again. My whole body tensed up at the thought of it. I was never good at public speaking.
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After a few more walks, we arrived at the event's area which was magnificently decorated, as what you'd expect from one of the top companies around the world. We didn't need to present any invitations or whatnot since Ms. Qian Yu was with us. Once inside, she guided us to our assigned seat which was a few tables near the stage. As I sat down with my dad, I felt numerous stares poking at me. They were probably finding it weird for a teenager to be at the event. I just ignored them and enjoyed the fruit juice that I got from one of the waiters going around. Good thing our table was near the glass wall where I could see the view of the large pool outside, and the even more beautiful night sky. Such a shame I couldn't see the stars though, since the room was bright.
A few minutes passed by and Ms. Qian Yu fetched me again saying I needed to go with her, along with a few others she also fetched, for a short briefing. She led us in one of the rooms in the event place.
"Hello everyone!" she cheerfully greeted us. "You must be wondering why I gathered you all here. But fear not, I only wish to say a few things."
We all paid attention to her, curious of her reason.
"Tonight, we have a very, very, very important person—or persons, coming over. They're none other than the heirs of Red Dragon Holdings itself—the Ma twins. They'll join our board of directors and all the important people on stage to give awards. And since all of you here would be receiving them, I'd like to warn you about one very important thing you need to be careful about," she explained with seriousness in her tone.
It was the first time I heard her speak so seriously so I thought that I really need to pay heed to what she just said. Everyone else did the same. Well, if such VVVIPs were coming, then indeed we must be careful in dealing with them.
"Okay," she breathed before continuing. "No matter what happens, please, please, pleaaaase make sure that you never ever touch them, especially the young master. The young lady might forgive you, but the young master won't. He has a teeny bit—no—a lot of grumpiness inside him and he absolutely hates being touched. You'd probably see him dressed all covered up with a turtleneck and gloves. But let's keep that a secret amongst ourselves, okay? I'm just warning you all so you won't make mistakes. Because if you do, they could literally make or break your careers. Are we all on the same page?"
"... Yes," with much confusion, we chorused.
After that, we went back to our seats. Waaah... that was nerve wracking. But that's fine. Basically, I just needed to do two things—one, don't mess up, and two, don't touch the Ma twins. Saying that name in my head, I was reminded of Kai. His last name was Ma as well. Maybe it was a common last name here.
Dun! Dun! Dun!
The background music suddenly got louder and the emcees headed out to the stage. It seemed that the party was finally starting. And my body just had to not coordinate with me! I'm suddenly feeling the urge to pee for goodness' sake. I quickly told my dad and went towards the washroom. Of all times, it just had to time itself when it was finally starting! Come on, my body, cooperate with me! Haah... It was most likely because I drank too much juice and water due to my nervousness.
When I came back, which took a while because the area was so huge even for an already long-legged person like me, a group of performers were dancing on stage.
"What did I miss, dad?" I asked dad who was busy with his phone.
"Huh? Nothing much," he shook his head.
"Really?" I raised my eyebrows. He was holding his phone and I knew my dad too well. He wasn't gifted with multi-focusing abilities. He could only focus on one thing at a time, and the rest of his surroundings would be a total blackout for him. It was useless to ask him, so I just watched the dancers on stage.
It was then that I spotted a familiar looking person two tables in front of me, just below the stage where the reserved seats were a few moments ago. He sat on the left side of the circular table, just enough for me to view his rather dashing facial features. He sat beside a stunningly gorgeous lady with pretty lilac purple hair. I found myself staring at him the moment I saw him, trying to remember where and when I saw him...
"Deep dark violet hair... A Model? ... or a celebrity?" I murmured to myself.
Then, the spotlights circling around the area illuminated his eyes. My eyes widened as soon as I saw it.
