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The Domino’s family were one of the four wealthy families in LA. Back then, the
Domino’s and the Hendrix’s family were close friends. When Oriana’s mother was still alive,
Oriana was betrothed to Derrick
Derrick was wearing a British style trench coat, which was beautiful and soothing. He stopped and stared at her.
Oriana placed her phone in her bag and continued walking. She brushed past him and made to leave.
But Derrick reached out and grabbed her carpus, “Oriana, are you pretending not to know me?”
Oriana retrieved her wrist from his grip and said, “I have nothing to say to you.”
The memories from a decade ago were still fresh in Oriana’s memory. Derrick testified to seeing her push down her grandpa.
Derrick and Oriana has known each other since infant. They were childhood sweethearts.
Oriana’s mom liked Derrick a lot.
In recent years, Derrick had become a prodigy in the business world. The Domino’s corporation had monopolized the entire medical market, and had suddenly risen to become one of LA’s four giants.
Derrick glanced at Oriana. “Oriana, you don’t wanna talk to me? Who do you wanna talk to? Your sick husband in Red Villa?”
“Derrick, do not interfere in my personal life.” Oriana warned, holding onto her bag.
“Oriana, I’m your fiance.”
“After you sent me to the orphanage with your testimony?”
Oriana couldn’t forget the feeling of being stabbed in the back by someone whom she trusted. Derrick’s testimony had drastically changed the fate of her life.
Derrick frowned and the corner of his lips curved into a sinister arc. “Oriana, why did you marry that sick man in Red Villa? Can he satisfy you?”
Oriana raiser her hand and slapped him hard across his face. The atmosphere became silent and stiff.
Oriana clenched her fist and pointed at him, “Derrick, please respect yourself. Let’s keep the good memories we have of each other.”
Derrick turned his face and his expression became gloomy and cold, “Oriana, remember that you’re no longer at virgin. I don’t want ragged shoes worn by others.”
Oriana was convinced that Derrick was a bit bunkers. If he classified her as being ragged, what would she tag him. who had changed multiple girlfriends over the past years.
“By the way. I already have a new fiance. And you know her too.”
Oriana really had zero interest in whom his fiance was, but after hearing what he said,
Oriana definitely had some guesses.
Gabriella walked over and rushed into Derrick’s arms. “Derrick love. You’re here! I’ve been awaiting you for a long time. I thought you wouldn’t come…”
Derrick wrapped his hands around her waist and replied, “Silly! Why wouldn’t I attend your party. I even got you a present”
Derrick let go of Gabriella as he dipped his right hand into the pocket of his coat. He brought out a small box and opened it. He took out the shinny diamond necklace and placed it on Gabriella’s neck. “Do you like it?”
Gabriella’s eyes lit up. The diamond necklace was worth thousands of dollars. “Like? I love it! Thank you very much!” She stood on her tiptoe and kissed Derrick.
Patrick and Monica had joined them outside. Patrick let out a smile and said flatteringly,”
Derrick, Gabriella hast been waiting all day for you.”
Derrick held Gabriella’s hand fondly and said, “Uncle Patrick, I have already asked my secretary to invest into Hendrix’s medical. If you need something else in future, you can let me know.”
Hendrix’s medical financial problems were solved by Derrick.
“Thank you Derrick.“Patrick and Monica chorused in unison.
Monica’s face was beaming radiantly. She deliberately looked at Oriana and said, “Oriana,
I forgot to introduce you to Derrick. This is Derrick Domino, heir to the Domino’s corporation, and now fiance of your sister, Gabriella. I’m certain you’ll give them your blessings when the time comes.”
It all made sense as to how her father, Patrick was able to throw such exquisite party for
Gabriella.
Oriana glared at Derrick. And all she could see, was the lust for revenge in his
Ten years ago, Oriana and Derrick were inseparable. Therefore, everyone alive knew that
Oriana used to be betrothed to Derrick.
“Although it’s quite ridiculous to watch someone pick up a toy I discarded, and use as a treasure. But I still wish you both forever, because you both truly deserves each other.”
Oriana muttered and walked past them.
Oriana was brave to have compared Derrick Domino to a toy she had thrown away. The smile on Gabriella’s face froze, at that moment she didn’t know whether to be proud or not.
Derrick was particularly upset by Oriana’s choice of words, but he acted as though it was nothing. He pulled Gabriella into his arms and acted coquettish.
“Isn’t Oriana just pathetic? There ain’t no car to pick her up. Why don’t we take pity and give her a lift?” Gabriella suggested to Derrick.
“Hey! Come get into the car. I’ll drop your off since Gab said so!” Derrick yelled to her as he caught up with her.
“No, thank you.“Oriana stopped and responded.
“Why?” Feeling like a real princess with Derrick by her side. Gabriella turned and said to
Patrick. “Dad, I just kindly asked Oriana to get in the car, but she adamantly refused.”
Patrick really did treat Gabriella as a princess. Especially since her fiance was from the affluencial family, Domino. Patrick responded calmly, “Oriana, get into the car quickly, do not waste Derrick and Gabriella’s time!”
“Oriana, this is Royal star Hotel. You won’t be able to get a taxi here. Just go on with
Derrick and Gabriella.” Monica added. She looked extremely proud as a peacock.
Oriana smile at their disgusting whim. She glanced at Gabriella and said. “Although I can’t afford a check of fifty thousand dollars. I can find my way around.”
Gabriella’s expression abruptly changed. She knew she would be in trouble if Derrick and her parents knew that she had offered a man a check of fifty thousand dollars. Just so he could be hers.
Gabriella admitted in her mind that she had been fascinated by Oriana’s gigolo. But she had liked Derrick since she was a child, and had vowed to marry him, so she could become a wealthy young lady.
Derrick Domino was her ultimate goal.
Gabriella held Derrick’s hand and pulled it, “Let’s go.” She knew better than upsetting
Oriana, for she knew her secrets.
The manager of the Royal star hotel walked towards them and queried politely, “Excuse me, please who’s Miss
Hendrix?”
Everyone was shocked when the manager approached. It was well known that Royal star hotel was owned by The Armstead’s family. The Armstead’s where the wealthiest family in Los Angeles. They had always been mysterious and low–key.
“Hello, manager, This is Miss Hendrix.” Monica quickly pulled Gabriella towards him.
“Yes, manager, this is Miss Hendrix. Is there anything you need her to do?” Patrick added as they all focused their gaze on the manager.
The manager sighted Derrick, he greeted politely, “Good evening Sir Derrick.”
The manager was so calm and composed. Derrick tuck his left hand into his trouser ‘s pocket and nodded.
The managers gaze was fixed on Gabriella’s face, “Excuse me miss, are you Miss Hendrix?”
Gabriella thought of the price she had won, that made the manager to come all out in search of her. She glanced at Oriana proudly, adjusted her dress comfortably and said sweetly to the manager, “Hello manager. I’m Gabriella Hendrix.”
“Gabriella Hendrix?” The manager shook his head, “I’m sorry, it’s ain’t you I’m searching for. I’m searching for Oriana Hendrix.”
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