SIX YEARS LATER
Khloe plane finally arrived at the airport in New York the private jet gently touches down on the tarmac, its engine as it slows to a halt.
The door to the aircraft is pulled opened and a woman in a tailored fit dress and a coat steps out, her heels clicking against the iron steps.
As she descends, she is welcomed by a group of bodyguards whom awaited her presence and behind them is a large crowd of people and paparazzi taking pictures and yelling.
Her eyes scanning the crowd and the surroundings with quiet expression.
Flashes from cameras points at her face and the crowd of reporters and onlookers, while microphones extend towards her in a synchronized wave, eager to catch her first words.
They murmurs and talked about her return their voices laced with awe as they exchange whispers about her return.
"Did you hear? She's back after all these years. The business world's been waiting for her."
"She built an empire in Italy from the ground up. The way she handles everything, it's... powerful."
Khloe doesn't acknowledge the flashing lights or the murmurs. Her expression remains composed and quiet, as if the chaos surrounding her is just background noise.
The bodyguards keep a steady watch, never breaking their stance following behind her and by her side guiding her towards a long row of cars ready to take off.
Simply her presence is enough to turn the entire atmosphere electric with anticipation.
Khloe gets into her car and the driver takes off as different expensive cars line up before her and after her as they headed for her company.
At the company her father organized a welcome party, and he also plans to announce his retirement and the appointment of a new CEO and he awaited her appearance with excitement sat in the conference room talking with owners of other company and investors.
The grand ballroom is a five-star hotel is alive with murmurs, the air thick with anticipation. People talking with each other and connecting with business partners.
Chandeliers cast golden light across the room of elegantly dressed investors, their sharp suits and designer gowns shining as they sip champagne and exchange quiet talks.
At the long, polished table at the front of the room, the CEO of the billionaire company sits with an air of quiet confidence, surrounded by key executives and board members.
His silver hair and well tailored suit as he speaks with foreign and home investors with excitement.
He rises slowly, commanding silence with nothing but his presence. The room stills. Investors lean forward. Cameras ready themselves.
Paparazzi line the perimeter, cameras capturing every movement, every shift in expression.
"Good evening everyone, I will like to thank you all for attending this important occasion "
"It truly means a lot to me to see so many faces, colleagues, friends, and supporters who have been part of this incredible journey"
"To the staff, I cannot thank you enough for your dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to this company. Your efforts have been the backbone of our success, and I have been fortunate to work alongside such a talented and passionate team. "
" Your undivided attention and support have not only driven this company forward but have also made my years here truly fulfilling."
"To the board of directors and our esteemed investors, thank you for believing in this company and for trusting me with its leadership. "
"As I step down and pass the power to our new CEO, I do so with great anticipation, and I have no doubt that under new leadership, this company will continue to thrive."
" I sincerely hope that the same level of support and encouragement that I received will be extended to my successor."
" With your guidance and the dedication of our incredible team, I am confident the future is bright."
" Join me as I welcome here your new CEO, my daughter Khloe Mikealson"
Khloe rises from her seat where no one noticed her before and the room turn as one, eyes locking onto her .
The crowd is stunned—some in awe, some in disbelief. A whisper spreads, blending admiration with curiosity. Some knew her the high and mighty Khloe Mikealson who rose a small company to a business empire in Italy.
A young woman who is a billionaire tycoon and as defeated her competitors and even some strong Mafia business owners in Italy, they all bow down to her.
Khloe walks up to her dad on stage and they engage in a tight hug, she truly missed her dad.
" I'm proud of you, I've looked forward to this day and I know you won't disappoint me, I love you"
Henry whispered to Khloe, his eyes full of love for his daughter because eversince she took up the branch in Italy and it prospered, he new she was more than ready and she was going to be better than him.
" Thank you Dad" Khloe said smiling at her dad.
She rises, chin high, eyes blazing with newfound determination. The cameras flash, capturing the moment—her ascension to power, the dawn of a new era.
" Hi I'm Khloe Mikealson, " Khloe said with a smile on her face.
A loud round of applause erupted and all stood up as they applauded her .
But in the crowd of people looking at Khloe , a man stood still, frozen with shock, not daring to take his eyes off her and disbelief written all over his face .
" Khloe" Alex muttered barely audible as he couldn't believe his eyes.
Soon enough Khloe finished her speech and the meeting came to an end and her dad introduced her to his friends, business partners and investors.
"Miss Mikealson, nice to meet you have heard a lot of things about you" Henry business partner said.
" Good things I hope" Khloe said with a smile as they shook hands.
" Yes all good things about your success, I have to say I'm quite impressed with all you've accomplished so far"
" Thank you "
" I would look forward to working with you, see you soon "
" Alright see you too, have a lovely evening and excuse me " Khloe said and excused herself and went with her dad to chat with a few more guest.
After Khloe chatted and made connections with different people it got dark and she decided to go home to Kylie and to rest because she hadn't rested since she got back from Italy.
She bid her dad goodbye and excused herself from the party but as she was about leaving through the door, she heard her name and turned to look.
She immediately froze and the look of shock flashed through her eyes before quickly replaced by the look of hatred and coldness as she stared at Alex.
" Khloe it's really you, you look different and… " Alex said with a smile but deep down he was very nervous and scared.
" What do you want" Khloe said cutting off Alex as she looked at him with hatred.
Alex saw the look of hatred in her eyes and his heart filled with guilt.
" Khloe I searched for you all these years and I waited to see you again to say I'm sorry for what I did to you" Alex said with guilt and sorrow in his voice.
He searched for her everywhere but couldn't find her and the guilt remained in his heart.
Khloe sneered and said " really? Or maybe you just want to apologize now because you know who I am and what my status is right? "
Khloe said with hatred, she hated thinking about what happened that night and right now she hates him so much that she didn't even want to see him.
" No Khloe I truly am sorry about what I did to you that night, I was drunk and… "
" JUST STOP!!!!! " Khloe yelled angrily, so loud that everybody looked at her direction shocked by her actions but luckily for her there weren't that many people there.
Khloe shocked by her outburst walked away from Alex hurriedly as she tried to hold back tears as memories flooded her mind and she got into her car and the tears flowed down her face.
The driver started the car and they headed back home.
She looked at Kylie's picture and more tears flowed down her eyes as she taught about the great resemblance between Alex and Kylie.
Khloe would never allow Alex know about Kylie's existence and it will be so sad that Kylie would never get to meet her dad and Khloe is going to destroy Alex.
" She will have to forgive me for it" Khloe muttered under her breath.