Chapter 9 The Drake family engagement party was a gathering of societys elite . Victoria Bennett entered this legendary familys world for the first time , though not at their ancestral estate . The engagement was held in an exclusive , high end venue that exuded both luxury and discretion . Standing beside her husband , she finally got a proper look at the Drake heir Emma had been asking about . He wore a bespoke suit , his burgundy bow tie lending a sensual edge to his aristocratic features . She wouldnt dare speak to him , or even look too long it wouldnt be proper . While getting air outside , she glimpsed him through the crowd taking a call , his brow furrowed . Clutching her diamond studded clutch , she overheard the gossip until a familiar name caught her attention . She grabbed her husband James Whites arm in disbelief : Did you say Emma ? The girl theyre talking about , the one hes been playing with is she Emma Walker ? The one from my university I told you about ? James flicked his cigarette ash , unconcerned : Dont know . Probably . Victoria recalled Emmas recent inquiries . The world could be so cruelly coincidental . Shed heard the whole story by now . So everyone in your circle knew ? Knew he spent five years pretending and deceiving a girl ? Everyones heard bits and pieces . No one cared it was just a game , hed come back eventually . Just then , Alex hurried past them toward the exit . Victoria suddenly called out , furious : Stop right there , you monster ! James jumped , rushing to restrain her : Darling , what are you doing ? I thought you didnt even like Emma why play hero ? I dont like her- Victoria glared at Alex , but that doesnt mean I cant sympathize . Five years ! Not five hours , not five days five years of a womans most precious youth . You privileged people is life so boring 06:35 Chapter 5 you have to destroy things ? Now I understand . Emma was gorgeous , brilliant boys used to line up outside our dorm . Wealthy men threw money just to take her to dinner . Then suddenly after graduation , its like she was cursed no suitors , just stuck with a supposedly poor boyfriend . Youd already trapped her ! James tugged her sleeve : Victoria , quiet down . Youll cost us that construction contract . Victoria elbowed him back : I despise you , Mr. Everyone mocks Emma , but I mock you . Youre a coward , Alex remained calm : When did she find out ? The woman before him stayed silent ; he didnt press . Hed just received a call from their landlord : Werent you moving out today ? Im here to check the apartment , but no ones here ? He had more urgent matters . Days ago , hed hesitated before telling her : When Im back from this trip , We need to talk , Emma had smiled softly , agreeing . Shed been too quiet , too good , her body containing all her screaming pain . Taking half a step , Alex turned back to this stranger : If Id been myself from the start , it would have been five seconds , not five years . A cryptic statement Victoria didnt understand , but noted in her phone . His car sped toward their apartment , then suddenly changed lanes . Then , as if mad , he raced toward the airport . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!