Chapter 68
#68 “You Look Absolutely Stunning Tonight.”
The early morning light filtered through the curtains as Sophia groggily navigated her way to the
kitchen. Despite her aplishments as awyer, there was one thing she couldn’t quite master –
getting up early. She had known since her school days that she was a night owl, and no matter how
hard she tried, waking up early remained a daily struggle.
Her demanding job required it, and it wasn’t getting any easier. She sighed and rubbed her eyes as she
prepared her morning coffee, the aromatic brew gradually pulling her into a state of alertness. Just as
she was beginning to feel more awake, her phone rang, startling her.
Sophia nced at the screen and saw that it was Evelyn calling. Evelyn was the pr opposite when it
came to morning routines – she was up and full of energy by the crack of dawn.
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“Good morning,” Evelyn’s cheerful voice greeted Sophia as she answered the call. Sophia, still in the
process of waking up, replied with a hint of amusement, What’s so important that it can’t wait for me to
finish my coffee?”
Evelyn’s enthusiasm was undeterred. ” Oh,e on, you know I can’t contain my excitement for the
concert. Let’s both get ready together.”
Sophia sighed, feeling the weight of the early hour. “Honey, I’m still half- asleep, it’s too early, the
concert isn’t until tonight, and I have work to tackle before that,” she exined.
Evelyn yfully persisted, “Alright, I get it, but you should know you’re missing out on the best makeup
session by resisting my offer.”
Sophia couldn’t help but chuckle at her friend’s antics. Evelyn was truly a makeup artist extraordinaire.
“I’ll take my chances,” Sophia replied with a hint of humor. “Now, I need to get to work. I’ll talk to you
later.”
“See you tonight,” Evelyn chimed in before ending the call. Sophia realized that reviewing the invitation
for the concert was a good idea, especially considering that it was starting early in the evening. She
knew that she wouldn’t have enough time tomute to work and return in time to get ready for the
event. And after the excitement of the previous day, she definitely didn’t want to miss a single moment
of the concert.
With a determined nod, Sophia made the decision to work from home that day. It would give her the
flexibility she needed to manage her workmitments and still have ample time to prepare and
attend the concertter in the evening.
As she settled into her home office setup, her phone rang again, causing her to grumble in frustration.
“What’s with all this early morning calling?” she muttered to herself, setting her coffee aside and getting
up from the couch to retrieve her phone.
Sophia nced at the caller ID and saw that it was Benjamin. She answered the call and was greeted
by his voice on the other end.
“Good morning, Sophia,” Benjamin greeted her politely. “I wanted to let you know that I received an
invitation to the concert as well. Would you like to go together?”
Sophia hesitated for a moment, her thoughts racing. She had already made ns for the evening and
wasn’t sure if it would be a good idea to change them now. Finally, she replied, “Thank you, Benjamin,
but I already have ns for the concert.”
Benjamin sounded understanding as he responded, “I see. Well, I hope you have a wonderful time,
Sophia. Perhaps we can catch up another time.”
“Yes, definitely. We will meet there. Have a great day, Benjamin.”
With that, they exchanged polite goodbyes, and Sophia returned to her work, her mind now focused on
the tasks at hand and the uing concert that she was eagerly anticipating.
With the morning still stretching ahead of her, Sophia settled back into her study, her focus zeroing in
on the materials rted to Megan’s Enlighten Press. It was clear to her that this venture held a level of
significance she hadn’t initially realized, and she needed to unearth every detail that might aid her in
her quest.
As she delved deeper into her research, aplex web of information began to unravel before her
eyes.” Thepany’s financial records appeared sound, with no ring risks or issues that could be
exploited.
What’s more, Enlighten Press seemed to enjoy the formidable backing of Horizon Media Holdings. This
support created a formidable shield around thepany, making it challenging for Sophia to take any
decisive action, even if she were to release the information she had gathered thus far.
Sophia knew that she needed to find a chink in the armor, a fatal weakness that would enable her to
carry out her n. It was clear that she couldn’t act recklessly; she needed to be strategic and patient.
To achieve her goal, she had no choice but to continue her interactions with Megan, gathering more
information and probing deeper into thepany’s inner workings.
Sophia knew that she had to tread carefully, always vignt for any opportunity or vulnerability she
could exploit. It was a high-stakes game, she was determined to y it to the and best of her abilities.
The battle against Enlighten Press was far from over, and Sophia was ready to continue the fight.
Sophia, buried in the documents, did not realize when the day began to wane. She looked at her watch
and realized it was about time to start getting ready.
As the afternoon sun bathed her apartment in a warm, golden glow, Sophia put the finishing touches on
her makeup, expertly entuating her features. Her eyes were adorned with a subtle smoky eye,
enhancing their natural depth and mystery.
She had chosen a soft, rosy blush that delicately kissed her cheeks, adding a touch of youthful vitality
to her look. Her lips were painted with a shade of red that matched the dress she had picked out
earlier, giving her a timeless elegance that turned heads.
Sophia’s hair was swept up into an intricate updo, with a few loose tendrils framing her face in a way
that appeared effortlessly elegant. The overall effect was captivating – – a harmonious blend of ssic
beauty and modern charm.
As she admired herself in the mirror, the soft chime of her phone interrupted her reverie. She picked it
up to read a message from Oliver, her anticipation giving way to a slight disappointment. It seemed that
Oliver, despite his musical genius, had sumbed to one of his biggest ws once again his chronic
tardiness.
With a resigned sigh, Sophia read the message. Oliver had encountered an unexpected dy on his
way to pick her up, which meant he wouldn’t be able to apany her to the concert as nned.
Instead, someone else would being to pick her up. It was a scenario she was all too familiar with
when dealing with her talented but time -challenged friend.
Sophia couldn’t help but shake her head, a faint smile ying on her lips. She had grown ustomed
to Oliver’s quirks.
Sophia descended the steps of her apartment building, the soft rustle of her elegant dress making her
feel like she was floating on air. Her steps were confident, and her demeanor exuded a quiet self-
assuredness that drew the attention of passersby. She was ready for an evening of music and
sophistication.
Sophia decided it was time to go downstairs so as not to keep the person who was supposed to take
her to the concert waiting. As she reached the bottom of the stairs, her gaze fell upon a familiar figure
waiting near a sleek ck car. It was Alexander.
Sophia blinked in surprise, momentarily taken aback by his presence. She hadn’t expected to see him
here, and her puzzled expression was evident.
Alexander, dressed in a tailored suit that oozed sophistication, turned towards her with a warm and
genuine smile. His eyes widened in appreciation as he took in Sophia’s breathtaking appearance.
“Wow, Sophia,” he eximed, his voiceced with genuine admiration. “You look absolutely stunning
tonight.”
“Ah, thanks,” she replied confusedly. ” What are you doing here?”
Seeing Sophia’s puzzled expression, Alexander realized he needed to exin his unexpected
presence. He cleared his throat and spoke with an apologetic tone. “I must apologize for the surprise,
Sophia. Oliver, our musician for the evening, encountered some unexpected circumstances, and I was
asked to step in and ensure you reached the venue safely. It’s my responsibility as the organizer of the
concert.”
Sophia nodded. Of course, Alexander would be here; no matter how hard she tried to avoid him, he
kept showing up. However, she couldn’t deny that he looked great tonight too.
Her eyes stayed on him a moment longer than she intended, but there was something about him that
she couldn’t resist. He had worn suits before, but this one was different – all ck, even the shirt, but it
fit him beautifully. It entuated his muscles perfectly.
“Good, let’s go then,” she said, her voice catching slightly as she realized there was no way to escape.
He smiled at her and opened the car door for her to enter.