Chapter 65


Nina’s POV

I could feel the stares of disbelief from everyone in the room, their expressions shifting between shock and humiliation. Alexa's smug confidence had finally crumbled, her face paling as Mr. Donald, our host, made the announcement.

With these pieces of evidence presented, I would like to officially recognize the lady standing beside Mr. Mark Santiago as the one and only Miss Nina McDonald. She is also known globally as Miss Miriam, the top chef in New York and a culinary icon. Let’s give her the recognition she deserves! Mr. Donald's authoritative voice rang out across the hall.

A wave of applause rippled through the room. My heart pounded as I stood there, basking in the validation I’d waited so long to receive. I turned to Mr. Donald with a grateful smile, nodding in acknowledgement. Then, I faced the crowd, my gaze sweeping over the sea of faces. The myriad of emotions painted across them was like a symphony to my soul: awe, disbelie