As soon as Zephany and Kendrick stepped out of the grand hall, the blinding flashes from dozens of cameras hit them like a wave. Reporters surged forward, microphones in hand, shouting over each other in a scramble to get their questions heard.
"Miss Draven! Where have you been all these years?"
"Mr. Montclair, is it true you're married?"
"Is this your official comeback?"
Zephany instinctively stepped back, her hands trembling slightly as she tried to shield her face. Her expression was overwhelmed, and she looked around for an escape. Kendrick moved closer, his palm hovering near the small of her back protectively, his brows furrowed.
Before either of them could react further, a familiar voice spoke firmly from beside her.
"Zeph."
She flinched and turned sharply. "B-Big Brother! W-Why are you here?"
