Meeting You Was Fate

Not long after finishing the first one, Malcolm lit another cigarette. Ethon had already left.

The atmosphere in the hall was quiet and peaceful.

Everyone seemed to be waiting for Ethon because Shyla was still standing on the stage, scanning the crowd expectantly.

When Ethon came out of the bathroom, he found people eyeing him, while also giving way to him.

The light was shining brightly on Ethon. He looked all around without any expression on his handsome, chiseled face.

Under the stark gaze of every one present, Ethon slowly made his way to the stage.

Shyla looked at Ethon affectionately, her adoration for him clear on her face. She was both anxious and excited, wondering what would happen next. She thought Ethon would compromise and accept their marriage.

"Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. There have been some misunderstandings about my marriage to Miss Tang. I have never been in a relationship with her, and I don't like her either. She is a great person, but I have been in love with another girl for many years. Hope you can bless us and forget about this announcement..." Ethon stood in the middle of the stage with his eyes looking firmly at the people around. There was no hint of hesitation in his manner.

No one said a word, although there were hushed sounds of people looking at each other in shock and some gasping. What was going on? How many more turns was this party going to take?

Shyla's eyes widened. When she realized what was happening, she felt so embarrassed she lowered her eyes. She fiddled with her own fingers, starting to sweat. How could Ethon be so blunt in front of so many people?

Did he really have to embarrass her? Further, wasn't this an insult to her and her father?

the shining light. She stood frozen in place. Slowly, she lifted her eyes up

Shyla asked in disbelief. The drama had just started to

among the crowd, was stunned too. Her mouth was wide

felt both shame and embarrassment. She was overwhelmed by Ethon's anger and frustration. The wrinkles around her eyes came together as she narrowed her eyes and looked at Shyla on the stage...clearly, the girl was feeling

have a girlfriend, and her name is Fiona..." Ethon squinted his eyes

run down her spine. Unable to hold

top of his lungs, "Mrs. Yu! Is this how you have brought your son up?" He then turned to Ethon. "You know what, Ethon? Shyla never wanted to marry you anyway. It was your mother who begged her

the hall. No one

happened. He smiled deeply to himself and asked Joshua, "Mr.

indignation, urging Joshua to

act rashly, given the occasion.

intensely. Both

a way to save the day. He suddenly laughed out loud. "So, Mrs. Yu, you

confused. She shook her head and explained obediently, "No,

swung his arm in the air as if brushing off her words. "Don't bother

the crowd first, then her eyes landed

yourself here." Together, the father and daughter walked down the stage. This party, which was supposed to

answer people's questions or be the subject of their stares. Even after the drama that had occurred, Ethon and Malcolm were in a good mood. They were chatting and laughing in the car, least affected by what had happened. While Monica's face had

Tears streamed down Monica's cheeks. She felt wronged by