Chapter 22

Daniel

"So you're telling me that you organized this impromptu event because of me, and you expect me to believe that?" Bella questioned skeptically.

"I don't expect you to believe it, but it's the truth. I'm not saying I organized it solely for your sake, but you were a significant factor behind it. The party was initially planned for a few weeks from now to celebrate a new collection, but I decided to move it up, not for the collection, but for a new artist that I wanted everyone to meet," I replied, although it wasn't the complete truth.

She was indeed one of the reasons why I chose to hold the event today, but she wasn't the only reason. However, I chose not to disclose that because I didn't see a need to.

"I'm sorry, but I find it hard to believe, and no matter how many times you repeat it or assure me that you're telling the truth, I simply can't buy into it. It's absurd to