11 The big event 2 (2/2)

”Of my gosh. Is Julia okay?” concern is drawn on my face.

”I don't know?” Shawn asked worriedly. He looks like he wants to help.

”Go and help her. Don't worry about me. She is your friend right?” I said to him.

He nodded and climbed the catwalk. Julia saw Shawn approaching her. From a face of embarrassment it changed to happiness. Shawn picked her up princess style and helped her get down from the stage. I approached them.

Julia is burying her head in Shawn's facing. I can hear her crying. I felt satisfaction for a moment.

”How is she?” I asked looking at Shawn showing concern. Shawn just shook his head. ”Bring her at the backstage. I'm sure there are first aid kits there. I'm going to tell Mark to call an ambulance.”

He then walked away towards the back. 'Be happy clinging to Shawn now because it won't be for long.' I said to myself.

I hear Grace, Mark's sister, on stage giving apologies and having the closing remarks. Not long she called my name. I composed my self and climbed up the stage. I walked confidently to Grace. Flashes of cameras are going none stop.

Grace gave me her microphone. ”Thank you for being here in my fashion show for the winter collection of Q.Versales. I am Queenie Versales the designer behind the fashion line. I have been in the fashion industry for the past 4 years. Sorry for being late for making an appearance in public. But today I am here for you to know me better. Please continue to support my fashion line Q.Versales.” I make my bow and smiled to the audience.

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We were at the back driveway. An ambulance is waiting. Julia is sitting on a wheel chair and Shawn is standing beside her. Julia is not letting go of Shawn's hand. I can see her eyes sore from crying.

”How is she doing?” I asked Mark who was beside me.

”It looks like she sprained her ankle. The medics said it's swelling and may have broken bones. But nothing is certain until an x-ray is done. They will bring her to the hospital.” Mark answered me.

I nodded. I walked towards Julia and Shawn. She saw me approaching and tighten her grip on him.

”Are you doing okay?” I asked.

”Can't you see me? Do I look okay to you?” Julia snapped at me. I pretended to feel hurt on what he said.

”Julia that's not good. Don't take your frustration on others.” Shawn reprimanded her.

Julia felt hurt. Shawn has always called her by her nickname in the past why is he calling her full name now. She feels Shawn being distant.

”I'm sorry.” Julia said starting to cry.

'Oh the damsel in distress effect.' I thought when seeing the two.

Shawn carried her inside the ambulance and was about to leave when Julia grabbed him. ”Where are you going?” she asked worriedly.

”I have plans this evening. I have already called your mother. She will be going to the hospital you will be taken.” Shawn answered.

”No you can't leave. Please Shawn be with.” Julia pleaded.

”I'm sorry Juls. It's something important to me.” Shawn said.

”More important than me?” Julia asked still trying to buy pity from Shawn.

Shawn took off Julia's hand. ”You'll be fine.” he answered and left.

He came near me. ”Is it okay to leave her?” I asked Shawn.

”She'll be fine.” he smiled at me and I smiled back. I took his arm and held it. We were standing side by side.

Before the ambulance door closed I saw Julia's shocked face staring at both Shawn and I with wide eyes. I smiled internally.