CHAPTER EIGHTY –THE EX

The next evening, Karina found herself at yet another glittering social function. The annual Houston Children's Hospital Charity Gala was in full swing, the ballroom of the Four Seasons Hotel transformed into a winter wonderland. Karina, resplendent in a floor-length silver gown, stood by Miguel's side as they greeted guests. "You look beautiful tonight," Miguel murmured, his lips close to her ear. Karina suppressed a shiver. "You clean up pretty well yourself," she replied, eyeing his perfectly tailored tuxedo. As they made their way through the crowd, Karina couldn't shake the feeling of being watched. She scanned the room, her eyes landing on a statuesque blonde in a revealing red dress. The woman was staring at them with undisguised hostility. "Miguel," Karina whispered. "Who's that woman over there? The one who looks like she wants to murder me?" Miguel followed her gaze and stiffened. "Bianca Delacourt. My... ex-girlfriend." Karina raised an eyebrow. "Ex-girlfriend? You nev