Forsaking the Years of Longing novel Chapter 4

Sophie held the trophy, but instead of showing any joy or handing it to Charlotte, she bit her lip and looked pitifully at her.

"Charlotte, the director asked me to deliver the trophy to you. This award is really prestigious; you're amazing for winning it." She hesitated before continuing, "I wanted to shamelessly ask you a favor. I've never won this award... Could I borrow it for a few days?"

Borrow it?

Charlotte had never heard such an absurd request. She frowned and, with a forced smile, said, "If you know it’s shameless, then don’t ask. If you really want one, go and win it yourself."

With that, she reached out to take the trophy from Sophie.

Surprised by Charlotte's firm attitude, Sophie's face turned pale, looking as though she'd been terribly wronged. "Charlotte, why are you speaking like that? I don't want to keep it; I just wanted to keep it at home for inspiration."

As Charlotte reached for the trophy, Sophie tightened her grip, refusing to let go. In the ensuing tug, the crystal trophy fell to the ground with a thud, shattering into pieces.

Just then, Jaziel and Nolan happened to walk in. They immediately rushed over, shielding Sophie protectively.

"Sophie!"

They surrounded her, their faces filled with concern as they carefully checked her for injuries. Lifting Sophie’s skirt slightly, Jaziel noticed a cut on her calf from the glass, and his eyes narrowed with distress.

"I’ll take you to the hospital!" Without heeding Sophie’s protests, he lifted her in his arms and carried her out.

Left with the shards on the floor, Nolan's face darkened as he turned to Charlotte and demanded, "Charlotte, you have everything already. Why did you have to fight Sophie over something so small?"