Betrayed by All, Loved by My Stepbrother Chapter 10
Scarlett
Those steady footsteps drew closer, my heart nearly pounding out of my chest.
When that familiar figure emerged from the backlighting, my breath completely stopped.
Alexander!
Dressed in a black suit, he moved through the crowd with unwavering determination, each step resonating with purpose. His eyes burned with a fury I’d never seen before.
“Enough!” his voice thundered throughout the entire ballroom.
The room instantly fell silent, everyone holding their breath.
The smug smile on Blake’s face froze: “Alexander, perfect timing. Look at what your sister has-”
“Shut up.” Alexander’s icy gaze swept across the room, his voice cold as steel. “Scarlett is indeed not my biological sister.”
My heart plummeted.
But in the next moment, Alexander turned to me, his eyes instantly softening with incredible tenderness: ‘
But she is the woman I love more than anything in this world.”
The crowd erupted in shock!
I stared at him wide–eyed, unable to believe what I was hearing.
Alexander slowly approached the stage and, under everyone’s astonished gaze, dropped to one knee, pulling an elegant diamond ring box from his suit pocket.
{He’s here!]
[This is so romantic!]
[Propose! Propose!]
The comments flooded the screen, but my world contained only the man before me.
“Scarlett,” he gazed at me with profound emotion, regardless of blood ties, you will always be the love of my life. Will you marry me?”
Tears immediately spilled from my eyes: “Alex…”
“Alexander! Have you lost your mind?” Harrison stormed onto the stage, his face flushed with anger.
Emily followed, sobbing dramatically: “She’s nothing but a con artist! She’d do anything for money!”
Victoria rushed up, fake–crying: “Alexander, she’s deceiving you! She doesn’t love you at all! She only wants the Sterling fortune!”
Alexander remained kneeling, holding my hand firmly, his gaze never wavering.
Harrison delivered his ultimatum: “Choose her, and you’re out of the Sterling family! The company, properties, trust funds–you’ll get nothing! You’ll have absolutely nothing!”
“Alex, don’t do this…” I choked back tears, trying to withdraw my hand. “It’s not worth it. I’m not worth giving up everything for…”
Alexander was silent for a few seconds, and my heart sank with dread.
Victoria looked at me triumphantly: “See? He won’t give up everything for you. Men are practical–no one sacrifices billions for love.”
[Don’t be afraid!]
[He won’t abandon you!]
[Trust him!]
The comment system flooded with encouragement, but I had already prepared myself to be left behind.
Maybe this is just reality.
However, Alexander slowly stood up, gripping my hand even tighter.
“My choice is simple.” He turned to his parents, his voice calm yet resolute. “I’ve managed the company well, and now I can return it to you.”
Everyone was stunned, including me.
“I’ll leave with Scarlett and start fresh,” Alexander’s words hit the room like a bombshell. “Though as your son, I’ll still send you a monthly allowance.”
“Alex, are you really…” I was too shocked to finish my sentence.
He actually chose me? Giving up everything the Sterling name offered?
Alexander gazed at me with deep affection: “Nothing matters more than you–not the Sterling empire, not any of it. How could cold, lifeless assets compare to your smile?”
He knelt again, his eyes filled with devotion: “Marry me. Let me love and protect you for the rest of our lives. I swear, no one will ever hurt you again.”
Tears blurred my vision: “Yes! Yes, I will!”
[This is everything!]
[The perfect comeback!]
[Talk about a mic drop!]
The comment system exploded with excitement.
Alexander slipped the ring onto my finger, the diamond sparkling brilliantly under the lights. Standing up, he gently caressed my cheek: “From this day forward, you’re my wife.”
He kissed me deeply as the stunned guests broke into applause.
Blake and Victoria’s faces turned ashen–their carefully orchestrated plot completely unraveled.
Harrison was livid: “You’ll regret this! Without the family’s support, you’re nothing!”
Alexander held me close, regarding them with cold detachment: “I’ve already proven my abilities. Even without Sterling Industries, I can build something of our own. And…”
He paused, a cool smile playing on his lips: “Do you really think other companies wouldn’t welcome the former CEO of Sterling Industries with open arms?”
That statement left Harrison completely speechless.
Indeed, with Alexander’s talent and reputation, any company would fight to have him.
Emily collapsed into a chair in despair, having lost her most accomplished son.
Victoria screamed hysterically: “Alexander, you can’t do this to us!”
Alexander looked at her coldly: “Victoria, from the moment you plotted against Scarlett, we ceased to be siblings.”
Taking my hand, he addressed the crowd: “Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for witnessing our engagement.
We will be very happy together.”
[Congratulations, Scarlett!]
[True love conquers all!]
[Perfect happy ending!]
[Scarlett for the win!]
The comment system overflowed with congratulations and celebrations.
Alexander held my hand, his voice gentle: “Let’s go start our new life together.”
I squeezed his hand tightly, my heart filled with unprecedented security and happiness.
So there really are people willing to sacrifice everything for love.
I really am worthy of being loved this deeply.
We walked hand in hand toward the ballroom exit, leaving behind a wave of stunned applause and the furious shouts of Blake and Victoria.
But none of that mattered anymore.
I had Alexander, I had true love—what could be more precious?
Rising on my tiptoes, I kissed him: “Alex, I love you.
Thank you for choosing me.
[They’re so perfect together!]
[The most beautiful ending!]
[Long live true love!]
This comeback story couldn’t have ended more perfectly.
THE END