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61: The Reveal

Author: Marywan
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-25 08:48:22

E L L E

The day of the party had arrived, and I was a ball of nerves.

It was not like me, and the Elle I was before would not have been so worried.

I had a reputation.

The Ice Queen.

I was fierce, and strong.

But, for the past two weeks, my reputation had gone down the drain. The media were not having a good time with me.

They made fun of me, and laughed at me.

It was like a circus.

A circus, and I was the main attraction.

My father and mother were devastated.

They hated the fact that the media was talking about me. They hated the fact that there were lies and false accusations.

But, first I had to put a face and name to this woman and finally see what the hype is all about.

The launching was held in a huge luxurious hotel, and the place was packed.

Everyone was dressed in their best, and I could feel eyes on me the moment we walked inside.

"You know, I'm not going to lie. You do look really fierce and hot. If I wasn't in love, I would have totally gone for you." Giovanna commented as
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jessica casting
So no more updates? And no clearing her name? So confused
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Rokxz
Nah … bs moving on
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Marywan
Letting this book go beautifully without any flaw is only going to make it feel rushed and unreal, because everyone has their flaws. Do not be discouraged by the current situations in this book, because it’s definitely going to get better as you read. Thank you~
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