As Kreo and Azazel stepped out of the car, a hush fell over the crowd. Whispers rippled through the assembled guests as all eyes turned towards them. The cameras flashed incessantly, capturing every moment of their arrival.
Kreo, tall and imposing in his tailored suit, exuded confidence as he stepped onto the red carpet.
As Kreo and Azazel stepped onto the red carpet, the whispers surrounding them grew louder. Speculations swirled among the guests, questioning Kreo's choice of companion for the evening.
But as Azazel emerged from the car, supported by Kreo's reassuring presence, the doubts began to fade. Azazel's smile illuminated the night, dispelling all doubts about his suitability as Kreo's partner.
As they walked, cameras clicked and reporters bombarded them with questions.
"You're stunning, miss—"
"What's it like being Kreo James' partner?"
"I feel like we've met before, miss—"
"Miss!" "Miss!" "MISS!!"
The barrage of questions overwhelmed Azazel.
"How about one at a time?" Kreo intervened.
Azazel glanced at Kreo for support.
"Hello! Hello, what's your name, miss?" a reporter inquired.
"My name is Aria Everwood," Azazel replied softly.
Azazel remained mostly silent, not eager to reveal too much. He clung to Kreo's arm as they continued walking. Everyone seemed to know Kreo as they entered the palace. Azazel simply hoped to stay by Kreo's side all night, but his disguise had other ideas.
"Hello!" A voice came from behind Azazel As two hands grabbed his shoulders.
Azazel was taken aback by the sudden greeting, his heart racing as he turned to face Elysia Ward, hero of the Mettani realm. Her partner, Sarah Hawthorne, stood beside her.
"Nice to meet you," Azazel replied, trying to compose himself.
As Elysia introduced Sarah, Azazel glanced at Kreo, their silent communication speaking volumes. Azazel agreed to talk with Sarah while Elysia conversed with Kreo.
Walking alongside Sarah, Azazel soon found himself engaged in conversation with her, while Kreo kept watch from a distance. Soon all of the partners joined, and the group talked for a while.
"We've been together for almost 5 years! And I'm turning 26 already, I can't believe how fast time flies!" Lilith said.
"It's true, we're all soon going to be in our 30s." Sarah answered.
"Come on, being 28 isn't that old, Sarah. I'm 29!" Alex said.
"I'm already in my 30s, are you calling me old?" another joked.
They all continued asking their ages while Azazel just sat aside as he didn't pay much attention to the conversation while drinking coke.
"How's about you Aria?" Sarah asked.
"What?" Azazel looked up in surprise.
"How old are you?" a guy asked.
"19," Azazel answered without any expression.
Everyone became silent as they all stared at Azazel which freaked him out.
"You're so young!" Lilith shouted.
Azazel didn't know what to say, he didn't pay attention.
"You're not even 20 yet!" another said.
Everyone soon complained about Azazel's age, while some thought it was alright but everyone did agree that Azazel was a bit too young.
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Serendipity's Embrace: Love Beyond Fates
FantasíaIn the country of Tenawyuv, where destiny marks the line between heroes and villains, Azazel Everlim, known as the villain lives in hiding amongst the people. Meanwhile, Kreo James, despite his title as a hero, struggles with the reality of having...
