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Zoe was further incensed when she saw the stifled laughs of the guests. Similarly, Cornelius was enraged but had no good reason to unleash his anger on Jeremy. After all, it was Zoe who had shamelessly attempted to gain Jeremy’s favor in the public eye.
“Tsk tsk. The Harper family did not raise their daughter right. If she were my daughter, I would have taught her a lesson for doing so,” from new money, Zoe Harper can’t hold a candle to Lyse’s classiness. Lyse is ladylike.”
“Sure, Lyse is from old money, but she’s no lady. Don’t flatter her. She’s just a cheeky monkey,” Winston mocked his daughter and shot Alyssa a glance. “Have you forgotten how many times she broke the glass at home and at your place when she was a kid?”
Upon hearing that, Alyssa pouted, unhappy at how Winston had taunted her by bringing up the past.
“How could you call your daughter a monkey? She’s just energetic and lively-different from the other young ladies! I like her a lot.
So what if she breaks all the glass at home? She can even destroy the entire house as she pleases. We’ll just build a new one!” Victor remarked, sounding extremely pleased at his future daughter-in-law,
Xavier escorted Jeremy for an outfit change. At the same time, S closed her legs and bent over as she quivered.
Things were getting bad. She battled with agonizing pain, feeling thankful for not having taken a drop of water that day. Otherwise, she would have peed herself right there.
Ever since Alyssa settled in her seat, she had been silently observing Sophia. Just like what Tristan had said, Sophia would struggle to participate in outdoor events for long, given her current condition.
Alyysa’s eyes squinted hard as an idea flashed across her mind. She rose with her champagne glass and addressed the audience, “Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for gracing the event with your presence. I am glad to have met with many respectable figures, as well as spending time with family and friends.
“I am pleasantly surprised and hon presence here today. As you all might know, Mr. Jesselton is the business legend from Mosgravia, and his son is the CEO of Jesselton Incorporated.”
Beaming brightly, she toasted Ezzo and Zeke in fluent and melodious. Grunslandish, “I will raise my glass to the Jesseltons. Welcome to Solana City!”
With that, she tossed her head and downed the champagne with grace.
Alyssa stood out as the most attractive and dazzling female among the young ladies from the four distinguished families and possibly even across the nation.
From the moment Zeke stepped into the venue, his gaze remained fixated on Alyssa, the charming Cyrrisian lady.
“You bitch! Who do you think you are-proposing a toast to the Jesseltons? Do they even know you?”
Much to Betty’s chagrin, Ezzo nodded approvingly and raised his glass toward Alyssa. He chirped, “Alexa, today I learned that you are the daughter of the KS Group president. How many more surprises do you have in store for me? This is not our first meeting anyway. Do skip the formalities.”
Everyone was taken aback by Alyssa’s friendship with the Mosgravian tycoon Ezzo Jesselton, including Javier, who grew uneasy. When Alyssa married Jeremy, she concealed her identity, including her multiple careers, never once leveraging her influence for Jeremy or the Walsh family.
Now that she was divorced, she seemed to enjoy going against the Walsh family. Also, she shined more brightly than ever and did not shy away from showing off her myriad talents.
This made Javier perceive Alyssa as merely toying with the Walsh. family. She wasn’t being serious at all!
“Mr. Ezzo, I’m glad you still remember me. I’m touched.” Alyssa beamed at Ezzo.
Zeke gaped at his father. “Is she the famous jewelry designer Alexa? Why didn’t I know that you had met her before?”
“Two years ago, I wanted to give your mom a blue diamond as a birthday gift. After some effort, I managed to get in touch with Ms. Alexa, and she crafted the necklace for your mom,” Ezzo explained with a smile.
“Oh! Is that the blue diamond necklace that Mom always wears to important events? She loves it dearly!”
“Yes, that’s the one.” Ezzo nodded at his son and turned to address Alyssa, “I owe my thanks to you, Alexa. Oh, I believe I should address you as Ms. Alyssa instead.”
“I am honored that Mrs. Jesselton loves the necklace,” she replied humbly in a graceful manner instead of feeling smug.
Winston watched the exchange with a faint and proud smile. His daughter might be unruly at times, but she was always up to the task when the time called for it. She was diplomatic, thoughtful, and overall a capable person.
Once again, Zoe and Betty were left speechless at the attention that Alyssa garnered. There was nothing they could do in the face of a talented genius. As birds in a gilded cage, the young ladies were no match for Alyssa, who had seen her fair share of struggles in life.
“Ms. Alyssa, nice to meet you!” Zeke, unprompted, walked up to Alyssa with unbridled passion and admiration. “The fact that we met here meant that we were fated. Shall we raise a glass to our encounter today?”
Alyssa squinted with scorn while Jameson watched glumly. Finally, he couldn’t hold back and attempted to drink on Alyssa’s behalf, only to be interrupted by a towering figure who put himself between Zeke and Alyssa-Jeremy Walsh!
Jameson glared at Jeremy’s impassive face with hostility.
Jeremy…” Alyssa stared at Jeremy’s back, feeling touched.
“You’re not just fated to meet with Ms. Alyssa. I believe it’s also fate that you and I meet here today.” With that, Jeremy gestured at a waiter, who came forth with flutes of champagne.
Jeremy picked up a flute of champagne and put on a plastic smile, saying, “Ms. Alyssa is a young lady. She can’t drink too much. If you don’t mind, I shall drink on her behalf. Is that fine?”
Jeremy’s public act of chivalry proved to the guests that Alyssa was the only love of his life. Zoe Harper meant nothing to him at all.
Jameson clenched his fists, his body tensing. Why was he always a step slower than Jeremy Walsh? Why did that scoundrel always manage to be in the place beside Alyssa?
Zeke looked visibly upset, but he maintained a smile. “It’s the Cyrrisian culture to protect the ladies. Mr. Walsh, you’re indeed a gentleman for taking care of Ms. Alyssa. Compared to you, I appear a little too rash. I was wrong to disregard Ms. Alyssa’s feelings. For that, I’ll drink as a penalty.”
After that, Zeke downed a glass of champagne. Jeremy studied him with a knowing gaze as he confidently downed his drink as well. The timely applause from the audience alleviated the tension, but Javier wore a discontented expression.
Betty couldn’t help but scoff. “Dad, what’s Jeremy thinking? Zeke Jesselton clearly has an interest in Alyssa, so why is he coming between them? He’s only going to upset Zeke. How can he prioritize a woman over business relationships? This shows he’s unfit to be the group president. And that Alyssa Taylor is nothing but trouble.”
“Can’t you learn from Lauren for once and keep your mouth shut? Women from your social standing don’t blabber as much as you do!” Javier glared at Betty, silencing her.
Meanwhile, Alyssa raised her glass with a smile and announced,” Ladies and gentlemen, let’s all toast to the Jesseltons today! Cheers!”
“Cheers!”
The atmosphere lightened under Alyssa’s lead and her bright smile.
She hid in a corner, clutching her glass but refusing to drink.
“Hm? Madam Sophia, why aren’t you drinking?” Alyssa cast a dooming glance at the pale Sophia.
Then, she smiled. “Don’t you want to celebrate the merry occasion with our VIP guests? Or does the Schmidts’ luxurious Grunslandish Dom Perignon not suit your taste?”
Sophia’s heart sank. Flashing an awkward smile, she glowered at Alyssa as all eyes turned to her. Indeed, she hadn’t taken a sip of the champagne.
The Schmidts did not conceal their displeasure at all. Josh hinted at Daisy, who was always obedient to him. She immediately jeered, “I bet Madam Sophia, as the matriarch of the Walsh Group, has enjoyed better luxuries. It’s fine if she does not like the peasant’s drink we’re serving today.”
Sophia sensed the sarcasm, especially after Daisy Schmidt had caused her trouble at previous social events. Of course, Daisy wouldn’t miss the chance to take a jab at her.
Sophia was forced to clarify, “That’s not what I mean! Please don’t misunderstand. I’m just a lightweight.”
However, Jeremy promptly called her out, “Oh, Madam Sophia, you’re too humble. Aren’t you the one who drinks the most at our family’s cocktail parties? Just unleash your true self at this merry event.”
Madam Sophia? Jeremy sounded like he was addressing one of the many maids at home. The guests exchanged complicated looks, wondering if Jeremy still refused to acknowledge Sophia even after Sophia worked her way up tirelessly to be Javier’s wife.
It would be really amusing if Jeremy addressed Sophia as such in private.
Sophia trembled violently. Even her heavy makeup couldn’t conceal the resentment on her face.
Jeremy might be tacit and reserved, but he always managed to surprise at crucial moments.
Alyssa squinted at him, and when no one was watching, she softly elbowed him. Her scent that wafted in his direction made him blush as he pressed his lips. She covered her laugh when she saw his reddened cheeks. Jeremy was like a na?ve schoolboy.
His shyness was a stark contrast to his behavior in bed at night, where he devoured her like a predator.
“Sophie, just finish a drink. A few sips should be enough,” Javier told Sophia.
With a glint in his eyes, he lowered his voice and warned, “Don’t be a party pooper.
Sophia felt her chest tighten. She stiffly raised her glass and downed the contents. Even Betty silently worried for her mom, who acted as though she was drinking poison.
Jameson keenly observed the interaction between Alyssa and Jeremy, feeling as though they were onto something. However, he had no idea what was going on.
Zeke took his seat beside Ezzo, clenching his jaw and looking moody. Ezzo said calmly, “Son, did Alexa catch your eye?”
“Yes. It was love at first sight.” Zeke did not once look away from Alyssa’s radiant face, just like the passionate and bold Mosgravian man he was.
“I think Alexa is the only lady at the event who’s worth your time. The others are simply clowns.”
Ezzo’s remark reminded Zeke of that young lady who had attempted to wipe the stain off Jeremy’s pants. He smirked.
Ezzo patted Zeke on the shoulder and quipped with an amused smile, “But you have a lot of love rivals, kiddo. Even I could tell that Jeremy Walsh and Jameson Schmidt are in love with Alexa. Do you think. you can win against them, having only met her today?”
“The Schmidts are not our match. As for Jeremy Walsh… he does. not hold a candle to me.” Zeke sounded dismissive when he talked about Jeremy. “Sure, he’s a Walsh and the president of the Walsh Group, but technically, he’s just a lapdog.
“Does he really think of himself as the heir of the Walsh Group? If we back up Justin, he could replace Jeremy as the president in no time. I don’t think Jeremy Walsh would choose love over power. At least, I’ve never seen any true love of that sort in my life.”
Ezzo sternly warned him, “Even so, we should focus on our business interests. Our priority is to build a partnership with the Walsh Group. You shouldn’t get yourself into trouble for the time being.”