And to make it better, not many people know that Luke has the majority of the shares in Premier News and Media Corporation, so many people won't notice that our marriage is a business deal.
"All false." I nod.
"We're sorry for what happened." Ella sighs. "But it's all in the past now."
"Thank you, Ella," I sincerely thank her.
"If you don't mind me asking you..." she falters. "You broke up with Jude because of your differences, didn't you?"
I lay back on the couch. "Just like any other couple," I say. "Yes, we had our own principles, and we didn't agree much on that. Going in separate ways was the best decision for both of us."
I'm not lying, though. I just don't spill the fact that Jude cheated on me with his backup dancer. A peaceful closure is what I need right now.
"Well, you've moved on." Ella smiles. "Tell us about this man who managed to sweep you off your feet. Luke Klein. What about him? How did you meet him?" Her voice is rich with excitement and curiosity.
The room becomes silent. I can feel that the audience is holding their breath, waiting for me to spill our story.
Oh, God, it's starting. My hands are suddenly sweaty because of this funny feeling inside my stomach. I'm going to lie to the world. Nevertheless, I've rehearsed this with my team, so I shouldbe okay.
"It all started when I attended an event hosted by one of his companies that specialize in high-end brands," I say. "He wasn't there, but he asked his staff to get my contact through my assistant, who was attending the event too."
"He asked for your number," Ella teases, and I can feel the audience start to become giddy.
"But I didn't let my assistant give it away, because I was still with Jude," I lie beautifully. "After I broke up with Jude, Luke finally managed to get to me, and since then, everything happened so fast," I pause, but Ella and the audience stay silent, still waiting for me to spill more. "He's always been there for me even when I was at the lowest point of my life. He trusted me even when everybody else was against me. He picked me up when I fell."
I feel like vomiting from saying all those beautiful lies about Luke.Damn. I make him sound like an angel when the real Lucas Klein is a devil in disguise.
The audiences echo a loud “Aw.”
Ella stares at me with adoration. "He sounds like a sweet guy."
I nod, faking a smile even though I feel like pursing my lips. "He is."
The hell he is.
"You guys are so lucky to have each other." Ella sighs dreamily. "Come on, show us the ring."
I pretend to let out a shy laugh and cover my mouth with my hand, showcasing the diamond ring, making the people in the room gasp.
"It's beautiful," Ella says, a hint of envy in her voice. "Congratulations, Cassie. I'm so happy for you."
The interview goes on, and I thank the heavens that Ella drags the conversation to talk about my music. We talk about my last tour and my next album. As usual, I hint about what's coming next without giving away too much.
I'm still taking a break, like what Oscar said, but for a shorterperiod.
When we almost reach the end of the session, Ella offers me to play some game. Usually, she will show some photos on the screen and see my reaction.
I don't know what she's planning to do this time.
"Now that you're about to be taken forever by your future husband, I think that it would be fun if we enjoy a bachelorette moment." Ella winks. "Should we play with some pictures of hot guys?"
Oh, Gosh, what is she going to do to me? And here I was, almost thinking that I've been doing just fine.
"Cassie, I will show you two pictures of famous men, and you will have to choose which one you find more attractive," Ella says. "In short, which one is hotter."
My jaw drops, and the audience laughs from seeing my expression.
Ella looks at the camera. "I'm sorry, Luke."
