THE BILLIONAIRE’S PERFECT MATE

“What? I don’t understand what you are talking about,” Ellie said to Clinton, who was still kneeling in front of her.

“I love you so much, Ellie. I have been meaning to tell you this, but I didn’t know how you would react, which is why I stopped myself from telling you. But now, I can’t hide it anymore,” Clinton explained.

“Were you aware of this?” Natalia, who was in the dark, asked her husband, Collins.

“He actually told me about his feelings for her and his intention to propose just a few days ago,” Collins responded.

“And you didn’t notify me? I would have somehow prepared her mind. I am sure she is shocked and confused right now,” she said.

Ellie, who was confused, just stood still. She didn’t know what to do. All eyes were on her, waiting to hear her response. She didn’t want to embarrass Clinton in public and at the same time, didn’t want to betray Edward. She looked in the direction of Edward, whose eyes were on her, and she could see jealousy in his eyes and him waiting for her to make a decision.

The look in Ellie’s eyes showed that she had been cornered and needed help, so Edward decided to rescue her, not minding the result of his action.

“So they planned everything together? He was actually in support of her? He has been using me all this while?” Sophia, who had just come to the realization that she had been used by Clinton, thought to herself.

“I… I…” Ellie murmured, lost for words and not knowing what to say. She was being careful, knowing that anything she said would determine how her future would be. Just as she was still in her confused state, she saw Edward walking up to her on the stage. As soon as he got there, he held her hand in his, with Clinton getting up from his kneeling position, trying to figure out what Edward was up to.

“What are… you doing here?” Ellie asked Edward.

“Why are you holding her? And why are you up here? It is my day and not yours,” Clinton said, almost yelling, his face turning pale with the presence of Edward. The audience, who couldn’t hear what they were saying, were anxious with Edward going up on stage. The reporters also didn’t forget to capture every moment, anticipating what was to happen next.

“I am here to protect what is mine and make everyone know that she belongs to me,” Edward whispered to Clinton, which made him clench his fist.

“What does he think he is doing up there?” Sophia said to herself.

Holding Ellie, Edward walked alongside her to where the microphone was.

“Hello, everyone. My name is Edward Lion, and I am here to clear the air on what just happened,” Edward said into the microphone for everyone to hear.

“Don’t,” Ellie said, shaking her head and looking into Edward’s eyes. She knew what he was up to and tried to stop him, but she couldn’t.

“Actually, Ellie here is my fiancee and soon-to-be wife,” Edward said, making everyone’s jaws drop.

“What? What is he doing right now? Does he want the collaboration to end right away?” Allison said.

“What? What is he saying? What is that about? His fiancee? I thought he was married to Sophia?” people began to murmur among themselves, almost causing a commotion.

“Won’t you stop him?” Allison asked, looking at Daniel.Nôvel/Dr(a)ma.Org - Content owner.

“Leave him. Let him do what he wants. The news will still get out if not now,” Daniel said.

“Are you supporting his relationship with Ellie right now?” Allison asked, surprised, but she didn’t get a response from Daniel.

“I know you all might be wondering how she is my fiancee when I am married. Actually, my wife, Sophia, and I will be parting ways soon due to personal reasons. The divorce process has already been set into motion, and in less than a week, we will be legally separated,” Edward said, making everyone gasp.

“Divorce? What divorce is he talking about?” Sophia asked herself, confused.

“I am officially announcing that after my divorce, I will be getting married to my newfound love who is standing right beside me. Also, I would like to add that we are expecting a baby together,” Edward said, which landed a blow on everyone, including Ellie.

“What? She is pregnant?” people exclaimed.

“How did he find out that I am pregnant? He knew all along?” Ellie thought.

“Were you aware that she is pregnant?” Allison asked Daniel.

“No, I wasn’t. Just hearing it for the first time. Let’s head home now. I am tired,” Daniel said, walking away. Sophia, on the other hand, couldn’t bear to see the eyes on her and so, ran away to the restroom, locking herself up.

“I am making this known so no man would go near her again. Now that you know she is mine, I hope you give up on her,” Edward said, looking at Clinton.

“Thank you, everyone, for your time, and happy birthday to you once again, Clinton. If you do not mind Mr. & Mrs. Evans, we would like to take our leave,” Edward said, facing the couple, still holding onto Ellie.

“Sure, you can,” Collins responded, with Ellie and Edward walking away.

“Wait, Ellie,” Natalia said, walking up to where Ellie and Edward were.

“I hope you find peace wherever you are. You can call me anytime you need help; I will always be ready to help,” Natalia said, holding her hands and smiling.

“Thank you, Natalia. I sure will,” Ellie responded, forcing a smile. As soon as they both got down from the stage, they were attacked by a mob of reporters who wanted to find out the reason behind Edward’s and Sophia’s divorce. With the help of the guards, Edward and Ellie successfully made it to Edward’s car and they zoomed off, heading home.

Back in the hall, Natalia moved close to where Clinton was standing motionless and held his hand.

“Dear son, I know it hurts, but sometimes you just have to let go. Not only did you lose someone tonight, I also did. You lost a lover and a beautiful wife while I lost a wonderful daughter-in-law. Everything is going to be fine,” Natalia said to Clinton.

“Shall we head home now?” Natalia asked Clinton, who nodded in response. They made their way to their cars and headed home.

Sophia, on the other hand, couldn’t face the audience and reporters due to shame and so, hid in the restroom until everyone was gone. She had called Jack to pick her up. On seeing her, Jack felt pity for her as she looked distraught and helpless. Her eyes were all swollen, evidence that she had been crying. It was the first time she was quiet and didn’t blame her failure on him.

As he helped her get in the car and he also got in the driver’s seat, he didn’t know how to break the news to her. He wanted to keep quiet about it, but he knew she would still find out, so he let the cat out of the bag, not minding the impact the news would have on her.

“Your divorce notice was served today,” Jack said, looking at Sophia’s face from the mirror.

“What?” she exclaimed loudly, processing what she had heard.