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Currently, journalists from all over the world were present as they readied their equipment. They already had their cameras on standby, ready to take the best pictures to hit their target for the month. After all, the celebrities who could walk this red carpet this evening stood for their identity and status in the film and television industry. Since the red carpet event also acted as a large-scale fashion show, whereby fashion designers from around the world would gather and showcase their masterpieces, those who could walk the red carpet were undoubtedly the top international celebrities. So, it wouldn’t be an understatement to claim that these individuals were the best celebrities available from various countries.
Catalina only had the chance to walk the red carpet this evening because her mother had received two invitations. Hence, she could afford to take Reuben with her. Moreover, she was inclined to turn him into a top celebrity.
The bodyguards were also very busy today. Moreover, they had to prevent random, uninvited celebrities from trespassing and piggybacking on the significance of the red carpet. Still, several celebrities tried their luck to walk a few steps on the red carpet. It didn’t even matter if they got kicked out as the photos they uploaded to their social media accounts to keep their fans in their home country posted would still cause a massive stir.
Ezekiel’s convoy suddenly rolled to a stop. The road was so packed with cars that their group couldn’t get through. So, his car was sandwiched between them.
“What’s going on?” Ezekiel frowned.
“Mr. Weiss, we’re stuck in traffic congestion,” Miles immediately reported.
Ezekiel glanced through the car window upon hearing that. Then, he glanced at his watch and saw that it was already 2.50PM.
“How much longer?” Ezekiel asked, growing impatient.
“It’s unclear at the moment. Mr. Weiss, please be patient.” Just then, he discovered through the car window that a lot of people who were stuck in the traffic got out of their cars and walked. Therefore, he couldn’t help but frown, asking, “Why are these people getting out of their cars and walking?” “The venue of the Fashion Week isn’t far from here. It’s only 0.62 miles away.
They probably plan to walk there,” Miles explained lightly.
As soon as he finished speaking, he heard the sound of the car door being pushed open behind him. When he turned around and saw what happened, he couldn’t help but jump in his seat, yelling, “Mr. Weiss! Mr. Weiss!” He immediately followed suit, exited the car, and saw Ezekiel sauntering down the sidewalk.
The bodyguards, who were in the car behind them, instantly got out as well.
Four followed Ezekiel while Miles quickly kept up.
Ezekiel followed the crowd and walked toward the Fashion Week’s venue. At this moment, by the fountain 164 feet away from the red carpet, Harmony looked at the time and asked Sera, “He will come, right?” “Don’t worry! I believe he will be here.” Harmony observed the large crowd that was approaching the venue. Among them were fans, journalists, celebrities, and several managing teams. The grand yet regal scene had turned into a completely chaotic mess.
Even though the event management had done their best in terms of crowd control, and the spot they currently stood was only strictly for those with a work pass, it was still overcrowded. With celebrities and staff from all over the world taking up a great deal of space, those relatively famous celebrities in Dansbury were merely passers-by here.
As Harmony wore an oversized trench coat with nothing but an evening dress underneath, she couldn’t help but shiver as soon as the chilly breeze brushed against her skin. Honestly, she was fairly certain that she looked rather disheveled at the moment.
To make matters worse, she had stumbled upon Catalina and Reuben, who had just exited the car and passed by, instead of Ezekiel.
Catalina wore the latest haute couture red dress with some delicate makeup, exuding an extraordinarily noble vibe. She was holding Reuben’s arm, who also wore a haute couture suit, and walked up to Harmony proudly like a peacock.
“What a coincidence! I can’t believe I would bump into you here. See that red carpet? / will walk on it gracefully while holding Reuben’s arm soon enough. As for an unimportant celebrity like you… Well, you can’t do anything besides watch us walk the red carpet with envy,” Catalina said, attempting to provoke Harmony.
“Don’t get carried away, Catalina. Harmony still has plenty of room for development. She will walk this red carpet as well,” Sera retorted.
“Ha! You can’t even get your hands on good movie roles now. Yet, you’re still dreaming about your future prospects? Sera, do you honestly think I don’t know your real status in this industry? You’re nothing but someone who used to be my Mom’s subordinate,” Catalina refuted mercilessly.
An enraged Harmony said, “Catalina, please learn to respect others.” “Listen here, Harmony. Anyone who dares to rob me of my endorsement deals always suffers a miserable ending. You are not the exception to that rule. Do expect to get spurned once you return to Dansbury!” “Harmony, aren’t you the best at claiming ties with the big shots? So, where is this big shot of yours?” Reuben asked as a flicker of disdain flashed in his eyes.
Harmony bit her rosy lips and looked at the man she once loved. At this moment, his words had somehow morphed into imaginary blades that were stabbing her all over. How the hell did I even fall for this man?! I really was blind back then!
“I’m a man of my word.” Ezekiel smirked as his gaze shifted toward Harmony.
His voice carried strength and weight, leaving no room for doubt.
Harmony’s face, cold and pale from the freezing wind, became tinged with a hint of blush under his gaze.
“Mr. Weiss, I’ll leave Harmony to your capable hands. Please take her to the red carpet for some photos and make an appearance,” Sera said.
“Sure. Just leave it to me!” Ezekiel nodded, adding, “I’ve arranged for Miss Mayo to watch the Fashion Week runway show. So, we might leave later than expected.” This statement caught Sera off guard momentarily. Nonetheless, she quickly snapped back to her senses and happily replied, “No problem. I’ll wait for you outside.” Harmony was also astonished by this sudden turn of events. How did she get the privilege to watch the runway? Just how influential was Ezekiel? Tickets for such events were not easy to come by!
“Miles, make the arrangements. We’re leaving.” Ezekiel instructed his assistant.
“Got it. I’ll inform them of your attendance,” Miles responded.
Harmony and Sera arrived at the entrance under Ezekiel’s lead. Miles immediately gave them a thumbs- up gesture. Then, Sera told Harmony, “Harmony, give it your all. Now pass me your coat.” Harmony nodded and took off her outer coat, revealing a simple yet elegant long-sleeved evening dress. An elegant scarf accentuated her gorgeous collarbone, and her beautifully shaped cleavage could be seen at certain angles.
Ezekiel felt his heart pound as she took her coat off. Although he had already watched her starring in an Asian film and had taken the chance to admire her grace in traditional clothing, he realized that she was equally stunning in an evening gown.
Sera was escorted out by security. Just then, Catalina’s assistant, who was instructed to stay behind, made an urgent call to Catalina.
“Hello? What’s going on? Did you get the shot?” “Catalina, Harmony is about to walk the red carpet, and someone is taking her up soon,” the assistant reported.
“What? How is that possible?” Catalina, still arm in arm with Reuben, had just completed her walk on the red carpet and used all her skills to linger for three minutes.
“It’s true. A super handsome and wealthy man is accompanying her.” The assistant was exceedingly jealous. Where did Harmony find such a handsome escort?
“A-choo!” Harmony started sneezing repeatedly the minute she took off her coat and stood in the wind for 10 seconds.
Then, she looked at Ezekiel nervously. “It’s my first time walking the red carpet here, so I’m quite nervous.” Ezekiel reached out to her. “I’ll hold your hand.” Harmony placed her hand in his large palm. Her icy fingers surprised the man because he felt as if he was holding an ice stick. Conversely, his warm palm became Harmony’s only source of warmth.
She instinctively intertwined her fingers with his as he led her onto the stage. At this moment, a few artists from various parts of the world, representing different skin tones, also ascended the stage. Harmony, with her Eastern charm, quickly became the focus of the journalists’ cameras as they also wondered who the man beside her was.
Several domestic reporters recognized Harmony and hurriedly snapped their shutters. This was a fresh development. A newly awarded actress from Dansbury suddenly appeared on such a prestigious red carpet. It would be a significant topic. They had no doubt that this would make the headlines if this piece of information reached Dansbury.
Harmony could feel a sneeze coming on. Yet, she also knew all too well that she couldn’t possibly sneeze in front of the journalists’ flashing cameras. Otherwise, she would be utterly humiliated. Due to that, she had no choice but to bury her face in Ezekiel’s chest as she sneezed.
A subtle smile played on Ezekiel’s lips. He knew that she was freezing. So, he reached out and took off his own suit jacket before draping it over her. When the high-quality, handmade black suit was worn on the delicate and charming figure of the girl, it instantly created a captivating and endearing scene.
Harmony’s beauty gained a unique touch before the camera. Plus, the man attentively attending to her also entered the frame. His otherworldly nobility and handsome face exuded an elegant prince-like aura from every angle.
Catalina and Reuben, who were standing at the red carpet entrance, stared at the affectionate couple on the red carpet. Their eyes were wide open in disbelief as their brains failed to comprehend just what was going on.
“So, that’s the person Harmony managed to seduce.” Reuben gritted his teeth, recognizing Ezekiel.
Catalina’s breath hitched as she regarded the male specimen before her. She would also love to seduce a handsome and elegant man like him, but who exactly was he? Why had she never seen him before? If he was one of the well known wealthy second-generation individuals in Dansbury, she should’ve recognized him the second she laid her eyes on him.
Harmony, draped in Ezekiel’s warmth-infused suit, had to grip the jacket tightly to prevent it from slipping off her shoulders. So, she couldn’t hold the man’s arm or hold hands with him.
Ezekiel didn’t mind it one whit as he decided to take the initiative.
His long arm reached out and embraced her, leading her toward the end of the red carpet.
Sera was overjoyed as she watched this scene playing out before her. Finally, her artist had a chance to shine. This was a huge deal for her because she was just like Harmony. When she resigned from her job under Catalina’s mother, she had fallen under the category of individuals who were looked down upon in this industry.