THE TABLES TURN

Giselle's POV

The moment Becky called for security, I knew she made the biggest mistake of her life. But instead of reacting, I stood my ground, watching as the two guards approached with caution yet firm expression. "Miss," One of them said, his voice neutral and authoritative,"we need to see your invitation." I turned my gaze to him unwavering."I don't have one." A hushed murmur rippled through the crowd, the guest watching with anticipation, eager for drama. The guards, however remain professional though I could see a hint of unease in their stance. "Miss, without an invitation, we have no choice but to escort you out." I arched a brow."is that so." Patrick who has been standing few stance away, suddenly stepped forward, shaking his head in desperation. "Giselle, stop this nonsense and leave you're embarrassing yourself." I let out a low chuckle, crossing my arm."Really? We'll soon see who the real fool is." Patrick's jaw clenched at my word, but before he could respond, Becky stepped in, her expression vivid."You arrogant little..." She raised her hands aiming to slap me across the face. Big Mistake. I caught her wrist mid-air, gripping it tightly before shoving it back. She stumbled straight into Patrick's arms, her heels skidding on the polished marble floor. And then, theatrics began. Becky let out a sharp gasp before clutching her stomach, her face twisted in distress. "Patrick! The baby..." She gasped dramatically,"The baby is hurt." The room erupted into horrified whispers. Gasps shocked exclamations and murmurs filled the air as all eyes turned to me, some in accusation, some in curiosity. Patrick's eyes darken with rage."you..." He stormed at me his hands raised to strike. I didn't flinch. Because I saw it before Patrick did. A strong hand shot out, gripping his wrist mid-air. The grip was firm. Patrick froze. Slowly, he turned his head, his face morphing from rage to utter shock. "You?" Patrick's voice wavered as his eyes locked to the man who has stopped him. The man who just stepped into the scene like a storm. Nicholas Von Howard. My brother. Nicholas expression was cold, his piercing blue eyes fixed on Patrick like a predator assessing its prey. His grip on Patrick's wrist tighten just enough to make his dominance clear before he flung his hands away as if it was nothing more than a mere nuisance. Patrick storms back his face filled with rage."so it's true." He seethed turning his gaze to me."You were cheating on me all along with him." A ripple of shock went through the guest, and for a moment, silence settled in the hall. And then Nicholas laughed. A slow, dark and mocking laugh. "You really are as dump as she Always said you were." Nicholas took a delicate step forward, his towering frame easily overshadowing Patrick."I'm her man you idiot." Patrick face paled. His lips parted as if to say something but no words came out. Nicholas continued, his voice low and lethal. "And even If I weren't, you have zero right to stand here and act betrayed when you were the one who cheated first." The crowd let out a collective gasp. Mrs. Karen Hilton, stiffened while his sister, Debbie looked horrified. Some murmurs in the crowd revealed that Nicholas was Von Howard's son, the most influential man in the city. Becky was how quick to change the narrative. "That's a lie!" She shrieked, still cradling her stomach for dramatic effects. "Patrick Never cheated. He just deserves better than a cheap slot who threw herself at someone else cause she wanted more!"

"And you don't?" Nicholas asked staring in her eyes but she looked away. Patrick finally found his voice, his expression tightening. "I don't have to justify myself to you." Nicholas smirked. "No, you don't. But let's get something straight, you've lost the best thing you have ever had, in your entire pathetic life." He turned to me and held out his hand. Without hesitation, I took it. The securities who have been silent for a while now began trembling. I could see it the way their faces drained of of color as recognition dawned on them. Nicholas Von Howard was not just any man. He was the first and only son of Lord Benjamin Von Howard. The future head of the wealthiest and most powerful family in the country. Nobody dared to be in his black book. And I ... was his sister. One of the security guard stepped swallowed hard and stepped forward, Boeing his head slightly."Sir, we...w..we didn't know she was your guest." Nicholas didn't even look at them. "Apologies, Sir," the other guard stammered, we were just following protocol. Nicholas exhaled slowly, rubbing his head as if he was already exhausted dealing with incompetent people. "Just get out of my way," he said. The guards immediately stepped aside. Patrick, Becky, Debbie and Karen Hilton stood frozen in complete and utter disbelief. Nicholas gave them one last glance before leading me away, his grip firm and protective. As we passed by the stunned guests, whispers followed us like an echoing storm. "So, she's dating Von Howard junior?" "Wait, how did she even get close to him? 

"His the hottest guy in the city, his every girl's dream, how did she win his heart so easily?"

 "So she's really a gold-digger, left her husband for another in split seconds. That's so rude. It's insane." As we descended the stairs, I turned my head slightly and locked my eyes with Patrick one last time. He stood there still in shock, still in disbelief, still reeling. For the first, he realized he was beneath me and I was never beneath him. And as I turned away, a satisfied smirk curled at my lips. Tonight had just began. They were yet to get their minds blown. I wasn't done with my surprise. "Don't listen to them." Nicholas said looking into my eyes as he encouraged me."Dad, will soon be announcing you to everyone. Then they will know who the real joke is." I looked up at him and nodded in acceptance.