Chapter 36

Summary

• The protagonist, presumably Evelyn, was nominated for Best Actress for her part in Carolina Sunset, competing against Celia.
• Evelyn and her fiancé Harry attended the award event where Evelyn wore a memorable black beaded dress.
• When Celia arrived, Evelyn felt breathless seeing her after five years. She found Celia mature and dignified.
• Before the award was announced, Harry inquired if Evelyn would talk to Celia if she won, highlighting the tension between them.
• When the Best Actress award was announced, neither Evelyn nor Celia won but Ruby.
• Evelyn was upset and excused herself to cry privately in the bathroom where Celia joined her.
• Celia and Evelyn had a tense conversation that revealed their past romantic relationship and its resulting pain.
• Celia revealed that she was still in love with Evelyn, and Evelyn admitted her same feelings.
• Celia and Evelyn rekindled their relationship right there in the bathroom, risking their public images and careers if they were to be caught.
• The exchange signified their mutual forgiveness and their willingness to risk it all to be with each other.