Filed to story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
Suddenly, she felt that Catalina was not her enemy but rather someone filtering out the scum for her. Fortunately, Catalina took him away; otherwise, she would never have discovered his true nature.
Seeing that Harmony was not responding, Reuben lost interest in humiliating her.
Arabella tugged at her neckline intentionally while saying to Ezekiel, “Oh my! It’s hot in here! Is the air conditioning even on? I’m sweating.” After speaking, she deliberately leaned her ample upper body toward Ezekiel’s side. If he turned his head, he would surely notice it.
However, he seemed oblivious and was entirely focused on the program onstage, paying no attention to her.
She felt bored and then glanced at Harmony jealously.
After the speech on stage concluded, the awarding of team awards began.
Harmony heard her crew winning another award, so she was genuinely happy.
The director personally went on stage to receive the prize, and Ezekiel leaned over to praise, “Great job! Your team has won another award.” She also responded happily, “Yes! I’m happy for our director.” “Do you think you’ll win an award tonight?” He could not help but ask.
Harmony had a good sense of self-awareness, so she shook her head and said, “The works tonight are all too outstanding. I know I don’t have the strength to win an award yet.” Ezekiel smiled while waiting to unveil the answer later.
Various awards were presented one after another, and Catalina’s crew won the Best Design Award. When she went on stage to receive it, she acted pretentiously by taking the microphone from the host and saying a few words.
Soon, the awards escalated from smaller to more significant categories. The first to be presented was the individual achievement awards. The most eye catching awards of the night were the Golden Peony Award and the Black Hawk Award, equivalent to Best Actress and Best Actor awards.
Eventually, almost all the awards were presented, and it was around 8.30PM.
The most anticipated award in this circle was about to be revealed.
Soon, the nominated films for the night appeared on the big screen, and Harmony saw her movie listed there, exciting her.
Being nominated was already a recognition. After that, it was the thrilling moment of unveiling the winner.
“Next, we will announce tonight’s biggest award. First up is the winner of the Golden Peony Award. Who could it be? Who will win this award?” The host on stage began to stir up the atmosphere. Even the music was changed to a more drumming rhythm, stimulating everyone’s nerves and making everyone excited and nervous.
All the female artists nominated tonight were excited as they covered their red lips and fantasized about winning the award for themselves.
“Next, we invite our guest of honor to come on stage and reveal the answer! We invite Mr. Ezekiel, President of the Weiss Group International, to be our guest presenter. Let us welcome him.” When the host read this name, it sounded exceptionally powerful.
Harmony also turned her head in astonishment to look at Ezekiel onstage. Oh my! He’s the one presenting the award.
“Wait, it’s you!” She was genuinely surprised because this man had not mentioned this before his arrival.
Before Ezekiel stood up, he leaned close to her ear and whispered, “See you in a bit.” After saying that, he straightened his suit and got up. In the beam of light falling on him, he looked like a perfectly walking piece of art that was elegant and captivating as he stepped onto the stage
His face was enlarged on that large screen, and it was a face that made every woman’s heart race!
Harmony felt a bit bewildered. What did Ezekiel mean just now by saying, ‘See you in a bit’?
Where would they meet? Did it mean that after presenting the award, he wouldn’t return to his seat? Was he planning to leave from the backstage?
That was what Harmony presumed. She looked toward the stage excitedly and saw Ezekiel receiving the envelope containing tonight’s award. His slender fingers opened it and took out a card, which revealed the name written on it.
“Mr. Weiss, I believe you already know tonight’s winner of the Golden Peony Award. Please announce it for us!” the host said excitedly.
Ezekiel took the microphone, looked down at the audience, and, in his deep, captivating voice, announced a name.
“Harmony Mayo.” Just as Harmony was mesmerized by Ezekiel’s graceful demeanor, she suddenly heard her name, and her mind felt like it exploded, as if she had misheard it.
Was it her imagination? Did Ezekiel just say her name? Did she hear things?
At that moment, the director from the row behind her hurried over and tapped her. “Harmony, what are you doing standing there? Hurry up and go receive the award!” “Is it really me?” she turned to ask the director because she wasn’t sure if it was really her.
“Yes, it’s you!” “Miss Harmony Mayo, please come on stage.” Ezekiel’s voice was gentle yet full of authority onstage, and his smiling demeanor directly charmed the group of women below the stage.
It was unbelievable.
Harmony confirmed it, it was indeed her!
She stood up and felt a bit awkward as she walked under the admiring gazes of everyone.
Catalina clenched her fists in jealousy. How could it be Harmony? Was there something fishy here? It must be because of Ezekiel’s connections that Harmony was chosen.
“It’s her again. She just got the Best Actress Award recently. Is she going to take all the awards this year?” one female artist complained.
“Yeah!” Another agreed.
Catalina joined their conversation, saying, “The man on stage is Harmony’s sugar daddy. Who can compete with her?” “How did she manage to hook up with this man? I’ve never heard of this President of the Weiss Group.” “Of course, you haven’t heard of him. He’s from Dansbury, and half of Dansbury’s assets belong to his family,” Catalina said jealously.
Other artists shook their heads and wondered how Harmony managed to entice him. Harmony was extremely excited, and her mind was in a daze. As she ascended the steps to the stage, she tripped and stumbled down before kneeling on the stairs.
Just when she felt utterly embarrassed and wished she could disappear on the spot, a large hand reached out in front of her. She extended her hand without a word. He grasped it, pulled her up, and then held her waist. He guided her to the center of the stage.
“Miss Mayo, you’ve won another award. Can you share your feelings?” The host came over for a quick interview.
“I’m extremely excited. I can’t believe it,” Harmony answered truthfully.
“Haha! Miss Mayo, you’re so honest, but this is a testament to your ability. You deserve it.” The host laughed. “Next, let’s invite our guest of honor, Mr. Weiss, to present tonight’s Golden Peony Award to Miss Harmony Mayo.
Congratulations!” The audience erupted in applause. Meanwhile, at the fifth row on the left, Reuben looked like he had been struck by a nerve, and his face was extremely unsightly. How could he feel happy seeing Harmony not only have a wealthy sugar daddy but also thrive in her career?
As the staff brought the trophy on a tray, Ezekiel reached out, picked it up, and handed it to Harmony. “Congratulations, Miss Mayo.” Tears of excitement welled up in Harmony’s eyes. She looked up at the smiling man and finally realized that when he said, ‘See you in a bit, he meant seeing her on stage!
So, he knew she was going to receive the award.
“Thank you, Mr. Weiss.” Harmony accepted the award and nodded at him gratefully.
“Let’s take a photo together! Please look at the camera,” the host suggested insightfully. Ezekiel placed his arm lightly around Harmony’s shoulder, and both of them smiled at the camera.
The camera captured their moment. They were a pair of enviable individuals.
Meanwhile, Catalina was in the restroom as she instructed her internet ghostwriters, “Go all out and attack her. Find any faults from tonight and use them against her.” Even before Harmony had left the award ceremony, attacks against her had already started online. First, they spread rumors about the unspeakable secrets behind her award and insinuated she obtained it by sleeping with a high-ranking individual.