Love’s Change of Heart

Chapter 11

left the scene, Zoe pulled Leanna’s hand and said in undertone, “Leanna, I’ve something to tell you, but you mustn’t freak out.” “What is it?” “I saw Zayn.” Thud. The hair clip, which Leanna was going to put on the model, fell onto the ground. Zoe quickly picked it up. “Actually, he’s been searching for you. Since it’s your comeback in three years after winning The Emerging Designer Competition, Lux Jewelry has used it to draw the public attention. It’s no wonder that he has found all his way here.” It took Leanna a while to gather her thoughts, but she did not know how to respond. Zoe patted her shoulder in comfort. “There’s nothing to worry about. Don’t think too much about it. Just go with the flow. You’re divorced anyway, so why not start your life anew?” “That’s not it… I’m just thinking about the interview regarding ‘First Love’.” It was such a lovely yet sensitive word for anyone. She had agreed to an interview with the magazine team to discuss the inspiration of her designs as long as there would not be any questions pertaining to her or her first love. Any tactless question might cause the people involved unnecessary trouble. Forget about her marriage and divorce, it would be a big trouble if Zayn had a girlfriend and she saw the interview. Zoe smacked her own head at the realization. “Oh, you’re right! I’ll speak to the media just in case. Don’t worry, I got your back!” In spite of that, Leanna could not focus at all during the rest of the preparation. … As Harvey had mentioned, there were a lot of well-known figures attending the press conference, including Oscar and Aidan, who was back from his Gerland business trip. Even Harvey was confused to see Aidan around. Why is he here? Oscar smiled while explaining the situation, “Mr. Mancini, I heard that First Love is your main collection and that its designs were stunning. So, President Pearson is here to buy it for his wife.” Harvey let out a wry smile, forsaking the idea of telling the truth that none of the products displayed in the showcase were for sale. After all, there was no need to offend someone influential like Aidan. However, if Aidan insisted on purchasing it after the press conference, Harvey figured that he could try to persuade the designer. “Please suit yourselves. The press conference is going to commence soon.” Oscar nodded in return. “Sure. Go ahead.” Now that Harvey had gone off somewhere else, Oscar turned to Aidan. “I thought you didn’t like your wife. This series is called ‘First Love’. Aren’t you afraid that she would misunderstand your intention?” Aidan replied nonchalantly, “That will only mean that she thinks too highly of herself. I just feel like buying it.” Oscar was at a loss for words, for he was not buying it. If it’s true, why did you come all the way here from the airport without heading home first? You can buy something else like a rocket if you’re really in the mood of shopping. Just as he was going to retaliate, he noticed a familiar figure entering the entrance. “Isn’t that Anna? Since when did she return to the country?” Aidan cast a glimpse on her before answering, “I don’t know.” In contrast to Aidan’s apathy, Oscar was quite interested in her, who was trailing closely behind a man like his shadow. The ever arrogant and prideful woman was acting so obediently to please the man. Before long, she saw them too and yanked the man over to greet them. “Aidan, Oscar, why are you guys here?” “I’ve got business to do here,” replied the taciturn Aidan. Oscar was grinning. “Anna, long time no see.” “Yeah.” She linked arms with the man. “Right, let me introduce him to you guys. He’s Zayn. I met him while studying abroad.” Zayn withdrew his arm from hers before stretching it out toward Oscar. “Zayn Barnett.” Oscar naturally shook hands with him. “Ah, we’ve met before.