Chapter 20 In the blink of an eye, while she was spacing out, Elliot had already slipped a massive diamond ring onto her ring finger for all to Julie came to her senses abruptly, turning to look at Elliot, “You…” Before she could even get a word out, Elliot had excitedly stood up, joyfully picking her up and spinning her around several times. Everything happened so fast that Julie could only wear a look of utter bewilderment. It wasn’t until the cheers erupted from the crowd that she finally realized what had just happened. She looked at Elliot in disbelief, while Raymon, standing to the side, wore a somewhat gloomy expression, clearly having misunderstood the situation. Julie wanted to explain, but how could she do so in front of all these people? Raymon coughed a couple of times, shifting his gaze away from Julie to look at the host. The host hurriedly grabbed the microphone, announcing, “Today, Raymon has invited everyone here for another announcement. Raymon of Ray Group has decided to form a strategic partnership with Mr. Hernandez, the CEO of Simpo Co. Their respective brands, SparkEra and Supernova, will be collaborating. Please join me in welcoming Mr. Hernandez to the stage. As the host’s enthusiastic voice echoed around the room, followed by applause, Julie felt like she had been struck by lightning. A spotlight shone on Kieran, making him stand out even more in the crowd. Dressed in a tailored suit, he casually placed his wine glass on a tray nearby before strolling onto the stage to stand between her and Raymon. As the host handed the microphone to Kieran, he made small talk with Raymon, occasionally throwing in some business jargon as he interacted with the audience, captivating them with his charm. That was the Kieran she knew, always standing in the spotlight, thoughtful and confident. At some point, Julie had become afraid that this light and heat would burn her, so she instinctively wanted to run. However, she was tightly held in place by Elliot’s hand around her waist. She glanced at Elliot, but he seemed oblivious to her warning. He even brought her over to Kieran, who had just finished his speech, and said with a smile, “Mr. Hernandez, long time no see. Kieran looked at Elliot’s outstretched hand for a moment before shaking it, greeting him with a smile, “Long time no see. Seeing this, Raymon couldn’t help but come over and ask with a laugh, “You two know each other?” “We were classmates. ” Elliot replied. Julie scoffed. Right! The world’s most awkward classmates indeed! Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated For All Books Updates… With her back facing the media, Julie gave Elliot’s arm a pinch, signaling him to let go. But the man acted as if he were possessed, holding her even tighter instead of letting go, and introduced her to Kieran with a smile, “Julie, this is Mr. Hernandez, the founder of Simpo Co. Hernandez, this is my future wife, Julie. After saying that, he added, “I just successfully proposed. It was really tough. Julie pursed her lips, wanting to smack him as she looked at Elliot. Did he still expect her to smile at Kieran and say, “Hi, ex–husband, long time no see“? Julie looked coldly at Kieran standing in front of her, showing no intention of making conversation. She didn’t expect Kieran to extend his hand toward her, his deep eyes fixed on her, before saying, “What a coincidence, my ex–wife’s name is also Julie, nicknamed Joyce. In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. This modern romance novel delves into themes of hidden identities, unexpected love, and the complexities of maintaining a relationship shrouded in secrecy. With its blend of sweet romance and suspenseful twists, "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" stands out for its exploration of hidden feelings and the consequences of revealing long-held secrets. For readers seeking a captivating tale that combines elements of romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, this ongoing story is available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in the world of Jane and Hector as their journey unfolds against the backdrop of hidden truths and heartfelt revelations.