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The Elusive Heiress

Chapter 3 The Special Evening

Word Count: 850    |    Released on: 07/06/2025

de her window. The event was set to begin at 7 PM sharp and run until 10 PM, a night where business leaders gathered not only to celebrate their achievement

ra was about to head upstairs. The warm glow of the chandelier cast soft shado

er called gently, beginni

er's. She smiled, a blush coloring her cheeks. "Good e

e joy in you. You're practically glowing. This evening

er always seemed to see right through her, reading every unspoken tho

ng forward to tonight. I have only an hour left befor

nd tender. Nora felt a flutter of nerves, h

with both hope and worry. "Tonight isn't just about awards or partnerships. It's als

. Her mother's intentions were clear,

the conversation back to safer ground. "But for now, I need to prepare

ing through her concern. "I'll be there

ended the stairs, the soft click of her he

Ryan'

hy little girl, was now a formidable woman, her name echoing in boardrooms and business circles across the city. Billion

tedly and trailed silently down my cheeks. I quickl

stood or uncovered. In the wake of his death, I took the reins of his company, fighting tooth and nail to keep his legacy al

eyond what I ever imagined. Yet, as successful as she is, one thing troubles me deeply, her refusal to open he

Nora's assistant, appeared with a bright

e could use her newest Lambo

my wishes, even the small ones. Today, asking permission felt like a small rebellio

the good news, and I returned t

this time bearing Nora's greetings. "Sh

room; she always did. Tonight, she would not only be the center of attention but perhaps, for once, my heart's wish might co

on the stairs. I looked up, my lips curling into a gentle smile. There she

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1 Chapter 1 A Life Of Luxury2 Chapter 2 The Last Rejection3 Chapter 3 The Special Evening4 Chapter 4 A Night To Remember5 Chapter 5 Collins Walter6 Chapter 6 Unexpected Feelings7 Chapter 7 Partnering For Purpose8 Chapter 8 Mission Kick-start9 Chapter 9 Mission Cancelled10 Chapter 10 I Love You Nora11 Chapter 11 Congratulations Nora12 Chapter 12 Collins My Happiness13 Chapter 13 No Asunder14 Chapter 14 Mrs. Ryan's Dilemma15 Chapter 15 The Private Meeting16 Chapter 16 Mrs.Ryan's Explanation17 Chapter 17 Collins' Refusal18 Chapter 18 A Reluctant Alliance19 Chapter 19 The Father's Legacy20 Chapter 20 The Weight Of Truth21 Chapter 21 The Son's Burden22 Chapter 22 Facing The Fears23 Chapter 23 A Heart's Resolution24 Chapter 24 Wedding Dreams25 Chapter 25 Hearts In Harmony26 Chapter 26 Wedding Preparation And Paris Dream27 Chapter 27 Meeting The Extended Family28 Chapter 28 Collins' Genuine Devotion29 Chapter 29 Collins And Nora's Relationship Deepens30 Chapter 30 Collins, Mrs Ryan's Son-in-law31 Chapter 31 Wedding Preparation Brings The Family Together32 Chapter 32 Collins Proves Himself33 Chapter 33 Heart Full Of Love34 Chapter 34 The Engagement Party35 Chapter 35 Bridal Shower Day36 Chapter 36 Collins' Bachelor Party37 Chapter 37 Rehearsal Dinner- A Family Bond38 Chapter 38 Last Minute Wedding Details39 Chapter 39 Mrs. Ryan and Collins Last Agreement40 Chapter 40 The Night Before the Wedding41 Chapter 41 Beautiful Wedding Ceremony42 Chapter 42 Collins and Nora Exchange Vows43 Chapter 43 The Reception Celebration44 Chapter 44 Mrs.Ryan's Emotional Speech45 Chapter 45 The Perfect Night Wedding46 Chapter 46 Romantic Honeymoon47 Chapter 47 The Couple's Intimacy48 Chapter 48 Future Plans49 Chapter 49 Collins Tells Nora About His Father50 Chapter 50 Happy Return From Honeymoon51 Chapter 51 Adjusting To Married Life52 Chapter 52 Combining Business And Social Circle53 Chapter 53 Collins The Best Son-in-law54 Chapter 54 Nora Walter's Best Friend55 Chapter 55 Collins Struggles with Revealing The Truth56 Chapter 56 Shadows Of The Past57 Chapter 57 Sins Of The Father58 Chapter 58 A Mother's Fear59 Chapter 59 The Decision60 Chapter 60 A Mother's Resolution61 Chapter 61 Nora's First Grief62 Chapter 62 The Second Revelation63 Chapter 63 Nora's Anger64 Chapter 64 Mr&Mrs Collins Walter65 Chapter 65 Nora Asks For Space66 Chapter 66 The Weight of Truth67 Chapter 67 Motherly Intentions68 Chapter 68 Seeking Refuge69 Chapter 69 A Friend's Wisdom70 Chapter 70 Reflections at Work71 Chapter 71 A Mother's Love72 Chapter 72 A Letter From The Heart73 Chapter 73 Unveiling The Past74 Chapter 74 Sophia's Wisdom75 Chapter 75 A Voice From The Heart76 Chapter 76 Late Night Reflections77 Chapter 77 Nora's Decision78 Chapter 78 Nora Talks To Her Mother79 Chapter 79 Nora Forgives Her Mother80 Chapter 80 Nora Faces Collins81 Chapter 81 Collins Meet Nora82 Chapter 82 Nora Revealed The Truth83 Chapter 83 Nora Forgives Her Husband84 Chapter 84 Emotional Reunion85 Chapter 85 The Family Comes Back Together86 Chapter 86 Sophia's Celebration87 Chapter 87 The New Lovely Begining88 Chapter 88 Rebuilding Trust89 Chapter 89 An Unexpected Visit90 Chapter 90 The Family Grows Closer91 Chapter 91 Collins Honor Nora's Father's Memory92 Chapter 92 New Foundation93 Chapter 93 Renewed Commitment94 Chapter 94 Complete Honesty95 Chapter 95 Planning Together96 Chapter 96 Family Support97 Chapter 97 Best Friend's Joy98 Chapter 98 The Perfect Day99 Chapter 99 Sacred Vows Renewed100 Chapter 100 Collins' Words Of Honor