Scandal

THE GUESTS WHISPERED among themselves, the atmosphere thick with shock and disbelief. Alex's grand party had turned into a scandal. Designers and attendees murmured their opinions, their once-enthusiastic conversations now replaced by disapproval and concern.

Aton shook his head in disappointment.

"I can't believe an adult like Alex would hurt a child. It's disgraceful,” he said.

Others nodded in agreement, siding with Vivienne.

"She did the right thing," one guest said. "No one should tolerate such behavior."

Ezekiel, witnessing all of these, approached Alex. Alex was standing alone in the corner, clearly shaken by the events.

"Come on, I'll drive you home," he said quietly. She nodded, unable to meet his eyes, and they walked out of the hotel together.

As they left, the guests continued to discuss the incident, their sympathy firmly with Vivienne and her family.

The party, intended to be a glamorous event, had ended in an unexpected and dramatic twist, with Alex's reputation se