Filed To Story: A Second Chance with My Billionaire Love
“You’ve never been able to move on from this, haven’t you?”
Her questioning only made the tense atmosphere worsen.
Xavier quickly moved closer to Cecilia, whispering under his breath. ’Cecy, everyone’s watching! Please don’t be like this!’
The groom, however, seemed rather calm in this situation. A mysterious smile was planted across his face, as Christopher spoke up. “Why don’t we all take a group photo? That’d be more memorable, right?”
Now that Christopher had stepped in, Cecilia realized she was acting out of line. Hence, she merely tightened her grip, not daring to say anything more.
The photographer then instructed everyone to pose, mostly focusing on the newlyweds. “Don’t be so shy now, you little lovebirds! Come on, show us some love! It’ll be even better if you could kiss for the camera! Then this photo would be all the more unforgettable!”
However, the two looked as if they harbored resentment towards each other, and refused to do as advised.
Just then, Halston suddenly cupped Flossie’s face with both hands…
‘Like this…?” … and started kissing her deeply.
Everyone was utterly shocked. His action was similar to a bomb, causing an explosion in everyone’s heads.
That was because the rest had always known Halston as a cold, calculated, and low-profile person. They thought he would never even dream of participating in a public display of affection, let alone displaying a kiss in public.
‘Mmh!* Flossie’s eyes widened as her mind went blank. She instinctively tried to push him away but remembered she was supposed to help the man out.
‘If I struggle my way out, I’d be humiliating him, right?’
With that, she chose to accept it, despite her initial unwillingness…
Halston’s focus and burning passion completely disrupted her once-placid heart. As though she had been thrown into an oven, her face burned up as she started reciprocating his advances…
‘Yes! Exactly! So sweet! So sexy! You two should be an example to all the couples here!” The photographer was excited, to say the least, greedily capturing the moment as rabidly as he could.
The crowd seemed mesmerized; their hearts fluttered like they were enjoying a free romance movie playing out before their eyes.
Even Xavier, who was rather ‘experienced’ in this field, started clapping in awe. “Halston is so skilled! Who could possibly resist his charms? Looks like he has a talent for romance, too, huh? Ah, this lucky b*stard!”
Christopher was watching the entire time as well. His smile seemed rather ambiguous, but his rather jealous tone gave him out. ‘So that’s what it looks like when the feelings are mutual. Halston has finally realized this…”
The bride, Cecilia, seemed to be the only one who was devastated by this. No matter how much she tried to hide it, even balling up her fists with all her might so she could suppress her emotions, it was to no avail.
Out of nowhere, she suddenly yelled. “ENOUGH, OKAY?!”
Her shout came so suddenly that it instantly turned everyone’s attention to her instead.
Cecilia’s lips were quivering at this point, while she tried putting up a smile. Her eyes were downcast, yet she chose to speak in a lighthearted tone.’ It’s our wedding day, you know? It’d be inappropriate for someone to take our spotlight! Chris and I are just so envious of you!”
It was only then that Halston let go of Flossie, though his expressions indicated that he wished to continue. He smiled lightly and said, “You’re right. We should leave matters like these to the bedroom…’
‘Since we are at fault for seizing your limelight, we’ll be taking our leave. See you at the wedding venue later.’
After that, the man dragged Flossie, whose cheeks were still flushed, out of the room in front of everyone. As the two arrived at the exit, the beautiful greenery and sea view came into their field of vision.
Halston took a deep breath, inhaling the fresh air into his lungs, feeling a great sense of relaxation he had never felt in the past. He then turned to the woman next to him. “There’s still time till the wedding ceremony starts.
Would you like to take a walk on the beach?”
Flossie felt like she had just awoken from a dream. She flicked Halston’s hand away and teased, “How was that, Mr. Ex-husband? Didn’t I do well as your paid actor? You feel like a winner now, don’t you?”
Halston’s expression darkened, his tone upset. “Who said I was treating you like a paid actor?”
“Were you not?’ Flossie asked, acting nonchalant despite feeling quite bashful a while ago. “You were just trying to annoy your first love by kissing me anyway.”
‘From an objective point of view, I’ll rate your kiss at a 9.5 out of 10! I’m sparing you the 0.5 because I don’t want you to get too smug, you know?”
Halston huffed coldly. “You’re so smart; it’s like you understand the entire situation.”
‘Of course I do!” Flossie lifted her chin, seemingly proud of herself. “I can tell that you have yet to move on from your first love, and nor has she! But I’m guessing she’s not willing to let go of Christopher either!” ’Honestly, you have to give it up to her! I’m impressed she has both of you in a chokehold like this!”
“Really now?” Halston seemed conflicted, his lips curving upwards. “What should I do then? Should I crash the wedding in the name of love?”
Flossie’s expression turned stiff for a moment, as mixed emotions welled up in her chest. ‘So that means he really hasn’t moved on from Cecilia Smith.’
In a way, her heart was aching for both him… and herself. She realized that their four-year marriage truly was a mistake from the start. Even without Jessanna driving a wedge between them, there was no way that she could’ve won his heart over.
His first love had already taken over his entire heart, leaving nothing for her.
“If you really can’t let her go, then have a good talk with Miss Smith about your feelings. As long as you do that before the ceremony, it wouldn’t be too late to change her mind…” Flossie said, suppressing the bitterness in her heart. She acted as if she wasn’t affected in the slightest, even going as far as to give him advice.
“Oh, and, if you really do love her, don’t use such childish methods to annoy her. I could tell that she was very upset when we kissed. You may think you’ve won, but you could’ve lost her there.”
Halston nodded with a serious face. “You’re right. Thank you, I’ve learned a lot.”
“But… this beach does look really beautiful, especially during the ebb tide. And there are a myriad types of seashells lying around in the sand. Why don’t you come with me, and we’ll go find some?”
“Me?”
“You’re the only one who knows about my true feelings. That’s why I need your help. I’d like to give her a surprise,” Halston said. The arrogant undertone in his voice, however, did not sound like he was asking for help at all.
Flossie was extremely frustrated by this. ‘What the heck?! Do I owe you anything, my man? Why would I ever go find seashells with you?!’ she thought.
However, she still agreed to his request.
“I can help you… for a price. Fifteen hundred dollars for each minute, and I’ll give you a twenty percent discount if we take more than an hour. And you’ll have to transfer the money to me right after, deal?”
After hearing this, Halston chuckled lightly at the sheer ridiculousness of this. ‘When did this woman much? She keeps talking about it no matter the conversation! Does she need money that much?’
With the amount of wealth he possessed, Halston was more than happy to use money to get this woman to ‘obey’ him.
’Deal!”
The two then immediately headed towards the beach opposite the hotel. This beach was known for its clear blue seas. Anyone who stood before it would feel as if they had been cleansed by the sea breeze, all their troubles dissipating in an instant.
“Hi, o’ beautiful sea! How are you?” Flossie exclaimed as she spread her arms wide.
She loved the sea very much, and her mood was instantly boosted by the fact that she’d be earning money while enjoying a beautiful sea view.
Although the sun was shining bright above their heads, the sea breeze was cool to the touch. The temperature wasn’t all that hot at all.
Flossie danced around the mild tides, feeling slightly guilty about this deal they had made. She turned to look at the man and grinned.
“Don’t worry, Boss! I heard this beach has a seashell called the ‘Heart of The Sea.’ People who find it will be blessed with happiness!”
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