DAYS LATER
It was the first ball of the season and also the grand party for the Blackwell’s grandkids. It was the talk of New York City.
Everyone was excited, Mr. Blackwell invited everyone he knew from all over the world, and he was the happiest.
He was glad he had something to brag to the Robbin’s about. Just to show off, he invited them too.
The past few days have been okay for Lily, things were starting to go back to normal with Nora. She kept visiting and helping her with the kids.
She barely saw Axel, he was busy. He had a lot to deal with but Lily wasn’t bothered by it. She needed time from him anyway.
She hadn’t heard anything from her mother and Malis either and she was glad.
Everyone was looking forward to the ball except Lily, she couldn’t stop thinking about how the last ball went and things went crazy.
She just couldn’t wait for it to be over.
As she was lost in thought, the door to her room opened and Nora walked in carrying bags.
“It is the last ball of the season.” She cheered and danced as she walked towards the bed. Lily’s kids also cheered happily like they understood what she meant. They were just happy to see her.
Lily smiled and watched them.
Nora dropped the bags on the couch before rushing to the bed, she got on it and the kids moved closer to her.
“I know, I know. You love me more than your mum.” She said and kissed their cheeks, Lily rolled her eyes with a smile.
“You wish.” Lily replied and she chuckled.
“So, I got Kender’s tuxedo already and other things he needs, I got Kendra’s shoes too but just her dress and your things are left. The stylist isn’t done with it yet but it will be ready before tonight. I am so excited.” Nora explained and all Lily did was smile.
She wasn’t so happy.
“These babies are going to be the talk of the time. Have you seen the news? It’s all about them. They are so famous.” Nora said happily and ruffled their hair.
Lily also let out a chuckle, not that she was happy the Blackwells were using her kids but because she knew this meant they would have the best life. They would grow up in wealth, they wouldn’t end up like her.
They would know how to relate to this lifestyle very well, they would become billionaires without working for it. She was happy because of that.
“Let me guess, everyone in New York City is invited?” Lily asked.
“And out of New York City. Mr. Blackwell is so happy, I have never seen him so happy.” Nora replied and Lily smiled.
“Anything from the McCalls?” Lily suddenly asked and Nora shook her head in response as she played with the kids.
“No. All we know is that she isn’t married to Axel anymore. He processed the divorce already and you are still legally his wife.” Nora replied and she nodded.
“I will be leaving soon. I have a lot to do back at the mansion but I will be back to drop your dress, also Kendra’s.”
“Thank you.”
“Anything for mini me.” Nora replied and tickled Kendra.
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Lily sat on her bed and dressed up her kids, the ball would be starting in an hour and they were not ready yet.
It wasn’t so easy dressing them up in fancy dresses.
Still, she hasn’t seen Axel. She wondered if he would show up or he would be meeting them at the Blackwell’s mansion.
As she helped Kendra with her dress, the door to the room opened and Axel walked in.
Lily felt relieved and she let out a sigh, she was glad to see him. She was so worried about going alone, she was worried about how she would face the reporters and the crowd.
“Hey.” Axel called with a smile.
He was dressed already and was ready.
“Help me with Kender.” Lily said.
“Sure.” He replied and walked to the bed, he helped Kender put his shoes on.
Mr. Blackwell offered to get maids and stylists to get Lily and her kids ready but she declined. She wants no one to touch her kids.
They were done getting ready and they both carried their kids.
“You look beautiful.” Axel said to Lily and she smiled a little at him.
“Are you mad at me?” He suddenly asked and Lily shook her head.
“I’m sorry I have been busy. I just had to take care of a lot of things.”
“I know.” She replied.
“Let’s go.” She said and walked ahead of him.
They got out of the house and entered the car, the chauffeur ignited the car and drove off.
Lily exhaled heavily and closed her eyes, she still wasn’t excited. She had different negative thoughts, she kept thinking about a lot that could go wrong but she tried to stay positive.
Axel looked at her and stared at her for a while before looking away. Things were still a little awkward between them, he knew he still had a lot to do to make it up to her and he was ready. He just wants his Lilyana back.
They arrived at the Blackwell’s mansion and Lily’s eyes widened in shock as she saw the crowd around. Different luxurious cars were parked and the building was surrounded by reporters.
“What the hell?” Lily asked as she kept looking around.
“Mr. Blackwell has grandchildren. Everyone must know about it.” Axel said. Lily was more worried about how they would get past the crowd.
“Don’t worry. We are not going through here, we will be going through the back.” Axel replied and she sighed in relief.
The chauffeur drove to the back and the guards opened the car door, they stepped out of the car and Lily noticed Mr. Blackwell, Axel’s step mother, Nora, and Max waiting for them at the entrance to welcome them.
Axel held Lily’s hand as they walked towards them.
Mr. Blackwell smiled at Lily and hugged her as she was about to bow to him.
Lily pulled away from the hug and smiled nervously at him.
“Are we all ready?” He asked as she stared at his grandkids. Susan had a fake smile on.
“Yes.” Nora replied happily.
They all made their way in and Lily’s heart raced as they got closer to the ballroom.
What the hell is about to happen at the first ball of the season?!
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Introducing new characters soon. I hope we will all like the Robbins…..