Chapter 10: Stars Aligned

Caleb Gwazani's life was about to take a momentous turn. He had received an invitation to the Global Business Awards, and the excitement coursing through his veins was electric. His name had been selected for the "Most Innovative Young African Tycoon" award, a recognition of his outstanding contributions to the world of business. It was an honor that had him beaming with pride and anticipation.

On the day he received the news, Caleb couldn't contain his excitement. He immediately called his secretary to share the incredible news with Chance Adams, his mentor and partner. As the news of the award and the forthcoming awards ceremony in New York City spread, Caleb decided to mark the occasion with a celebration at his headquarters. He wanted to share the joy and the sense of achievement with his loyal workers, who had been instrumental in the company's success.

The days leading up to the awards ceremony flew by in a whirlwind of anticipation. Caleb couldn't help but wonder about the influential people he would meet at the gala. The prospect of networking with renowned business tycoons from around the world filled him with excitement and a touch of nervousness.

The evening of the awards had finally arrived. The bustling streets of New York City were adorned with glittering lights and towering skyscrapers, setting the perfect stage for a night of celebration and recognition. Caleb's heart raced as he approached the red carpet, flanked by his entourage and his elegant escort, a striking woman who had been handpicked to accompany him to the event.

The red carpet show was a spectacle of elegance and extravagance. Distinguished guests, clad in couture gowns and tailored tuxedos, made their way down the crimson pathway, pausing for photographs and interviews with eager reporters. The air was charged with the anticipation of an extraordinary night.

As Caleb and his escort stepped onto the red carpet, the reporters swarmed around them, their cameras flashing and microphones poised to capture every word. Caleb, being deaf and mute, relied on his ever-loyal secretary to respond to their questions, ensuring that his presence was acknowledged and respected.

Caleb looked resplendent in his finely tailored suit, a creation that had taken weeks to perfect. The whispers and compliments from onlookers filled the air, each word a testament to his impeccable style and sophistication. His escort, radiant in her designer gown, was equally a subject of admiration and curiosity among the guests.

The mode of transportation to the event had not been overlooked either. A gleaming Rolls-Royce, adorned with roses, awaited Caleb's arrival. The exquisite car turned heads as it made its way to the event, reaffirming Caleb's reputation for grandeur and extravagance.

Inside the grand auditorium, the stage was set for the awards ceremony. The surroundings were a fusion of opulence and modernity, befitting the elite gathering that had assembled for the occasion. Caleb was shown to his designated seat, which was positioned to provide him with an unobstructed view of the stage.

Suddenly, the atmosphere outside the auditorium grew frenzied. The reporters and photographers, who had been orchestrating interviews and photo sessions, scattered in every direction. A figure of immense importance had arrived, and the anticipation was palpable.

Caleb, curious about the cause of the commotion, glanced in the direction of the commotion. He couldn't believe his eyes. He felt as though the world had stopped, and he had been transported to a different realm.

There, making her way down the red carpet, was the most stunning woman he had ever seen. She was poised and elegant, a vision of beauty and grace. Known to the business world as Lady ID, she was a figure of immense influence and power, often referred to as a "Business Royalty."

But Caleb, in that moment, was oblivious to her title and accolades. He could only see the girl he had met at Harvard, the girl whose memory had haunted his thoughts for years. His heart pounded in his chest as he watched her approach.

It was Isla Davids, the one he had tried to find, the one whose image had never left his heart. The recognition struck him like a lightning bolt, and he was left dumbfounded, unable to move or gesture. Isla, Lady ID, was the woman he had longed to meet again, the one he had regretted not expressing his feelings to.

As Isla Davids, radiating beauty and charm, continued down the red carpet, she drew the attention of everyone in her path. But Caleb could only watch, too awestruck and overwhelmed to react. His heart was a tempest of emotions, torn between the desire to speak and the paralyzing realization that the woman he had yearned for was standing just steps away.

The chapter concluded with Isla Davids approaching Caleb, their paths converging at the heart of the glitzy event. For the first time in years, their worlds had collided, and their fates hung in the balance, as if the stars had aligned to reunite them.