Eye for Her by A. B. Alexander

Author:A. B. Alexander [Alexander, A. B.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Thriller
ISBN: 9798655794641
Publisher: Independent
Published: 2020-07-03T16:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 23

The spotlights shifted to Abbie, signaling her in the broad audience. The rest of the hall was pitch black, loud applause ringing from the abyss. She could sense all the eyes on her, measuring her up with the scrutiny of a tailor. Robert released her hand, and it slipped away into the darkness. She stood up and puffed out her chest, adjusting her figure-hugging black strappy dress with an asymmetric hem. The streamlined fit showcased her toned physique that she worked so hard to achieve. The sleeveless cut and alluring neckline revealing only a hint of skin, a perfect combo of sexy and professional. She swaggered along the illuminated path to the stage, high heels clicking on the hard surface. She wasn’t just back; she was back with a bang. Twelve months had passed since her last meeting with agent Molina. The case was dead in the water, and Abbie wasn’t looking back. She raised the hemline of her dress as she climbed the stairs leading to the stage, her every move elegant and methodical. This was her moment to bask in the glory, and she was going to squeeze out every ounce. The spotlight followed her heading toward the hostess, a slim brunette fitted with a blush monarch dress that shimmered under the lights. It was a surreal moment. With every step, she wanted to pinch herself to ensure that she wasn’t hallucinating again. As she reached the glass tabletop lectern, she smiled and bowed her head, sliding the red ribbon down her neck until the gold medal nestled between her breasts like a centerpiece. She raised her chin, giving the hostess a warm embrace and a peck on the cheek. The applause and cheering continued to ring around the dark abyss like a modern-day Colosseum. In the meantime, the hostess shuffled off stage.

Abbie adjusted the microphone and positioned herself in front of the podium. The lights turned on, illuminating the multitude of seated suits and gowns below her. The applause had died down, morphing into a tense, anticipatory silence. It was her cue to speak. She didn’t bring any notes or prepare a speech in advance, deeming it bad luck after her last disappointment all those years ago. She would speak from the heart, which was the only way she knew how. Fighting back tears of sheer joy, she clutched the medal with her right hand and beat it against her chest. The audience responded with another quick burst of applause. She cleared her throat and waited for the dust to settle.

“Architect of the year, wow!”

There was a ripple of laughter from the audience.

“I’d like to thank the Institute for this award. It means the world to me. I’ve been absent from the industry over the last few years, and never in my wildest dreams did I think it’d be possible to be standing here right now to receive this award. I’m humbled and honored.” She paused and glanced to her right, where she sat a moment earlier.

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