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“Dad, Jimmy is selfish and rude!”
Josh gritted his teeth as he stared at Jameson and Lily. “Why did Jimmy bring that crazy woman here? Is he trying to make us a laughingstock?”
“That matter was finally put to rest, but that woman’s appearance will only bring it all back to light. Jimmy always talks about respecting you, but he doesn’t care about you at all! He’s just cunning! You’ve loved him for nothing!”
Victor’s expression grew even darker upon hearing this.
Meanwhile, the surrounding guests gazed at Lily in astonishment as they gossiped.
“Is that the infamous Mrs. Schmidt? My goodness. What has become of her? She doesn’t look like an upper-class lady at all. Just a weak, old woman.”
“She seems to be mentally ill.”
“I heard she was abandoned by the Schmidt family in Kontina for many years, left to fend for herself.
Can you blame her for having mental issues?”
“They were married, after all. Mr. Victor is really ruthless.”
“J-Jimmy.” Trembling, Lily tugged at Jameson’s shirt. “I don’t like these kinds of gatherings. Can we go home, please?”
“Mom, I’m here with you. Don’t be afraid,” Jameson whispered in her ear. “Not only do you have me, but Lyse is here too. Look.”
Following his intense gaze, Lily suddenly spotted Alyssa standing gracefully nearby.
A smile of joy spread across her hollow face, and her eyes lit up. She suddenly shouted, “Lyse! Lyse!”
All eyes instantly converged on Alyssa.
Upon seeing Jameson pushing Lily toward her, Alyssa couldn’t help but hold her breath, yet she maintained a polite and graceful smile.
“Mrs. Schmidt, it’s been a while. How have you been?”
Jeremy’s hand on Alyssa’s waist was tense. He stared fixedly at Jameson, restraining his surging anger.
As Jameson adjusted his glasses, their eyes met, and a hint of mockery flashed in Jameson’s eyes.
“Lyse, I missed you so much.”
Lily, already emotionally unstable due to her surroundings, now saw Alyssa as a lifeline. She grabbed Alyssa’s hand tightly and held it in her hands.
“Have you been busy lately? Why haven’t I seen you visiting Jimmy? Are you two on bad terms? Did Jimmy upset you? Lyse, don’t be mad at him. You’re really important to him.”
The surrounding discussions grew even louder with her words.
Although Lily’s words were innocent, they carried a different meaning to those who heard them.
“Why does it sound like Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Jameson have some history?”
“Could Ms. Alyssa’s ex be Mr. Jameson? Haha! This trip is worthwhile. We get to witness a drama.”
“What about Mr. Walsh? Did he date Ms. Alyssa after or during her relationship with Mr. Jameson?”
“Ms. Alyssa certainly has a knack for men. The heirs in Solana City are all under her thumb. With Mr. Landon included, they could play a four-player game.”
The gossip spread and became increasingly malicious.
Alyssa remained indifferent. Being content and happy with what she had, she was immune to negativity, so she treated their words as mere noise.
However, Jeremy couldn’t stand it any longer. His eyes flashed with hostility as his chilling gaze swept over those gossipers.
Suddenly, a clear and angry voice rang out.
“Don’t say that about Alyssa! Alyssa only loves Jeremy and has only been with him! None of you know Alyssa. What right do you have to say such things about her?”
“Lauren…” Jeremy and Alyssa were both stunned.
Alyssa then smiled faintly and looked at Lauren gratefully while feeling warm inside.
“Lauren is right. Are you spreading rumors right in front of Mr. Walsh and Ms. Alyssa? Do you think the legal departments of Walsh Group and KS Group are useless?”
Landon held Lauren by the shoulder and gazed coldly at the gossipers. “If you have the guts, go ahead and say another word. Harper Group will play along with you.”
Those gossiping women, already embarrassed by Lauren’s scolding, were further intimidated by Landon’s fierce demeanor. They didn’t even dare breathe, cowering like a bunch of quails.
“I recognize you. You’re Mr. Jameson.” Lauren elegantly lifted her skirt and walked over, blocking Alyssa from view. It was the first time she had boldly met the gaze of a stranger. “Mr. Jameson, are you Alyssa’s friend?”
Alyssa smirked at that question. The word “friend” seemed tainted when used in connection with Jameson. But she didn’t blame Lauren. The innocent Lauren had no idea of the darkness behind it all, and Alyssa didn’t want her to know either.
“What are you trying to say, Ms. Lauren?” Jameson smiled, looking gentle.
“If you’re Alyssa’s friend, you should have stood up for her the moment you heard people gossiping about her instead of watching her continue to be misunderstood.”
Lauren, being straightforward, now openly expressed her frustration directly to Jameson. “A real friend shouldn’t be as cold-hearted as you. Your actions will only disappoint Alyssa.”
Alyssa quickly took Lauren’s hand, pulling her into an embrace to keep her away from Jameson.
Jameson’s face darkened, and his smile awkwardly froze on his lips.
Sincerity would always be the best weapon. With just a few words, Lauren not only extricated Alyssa from this murky relationship, but her words also portrayed Jameson as heartless and unscrupulous.
“Jeremy, Lauren is becoming more and more like the Harper family’s matriarch.” Landon came over and rested his arm on Jeremy’s shoulder. While staring at Lauren, he smiled like a goofball. He truly loved Lauren.
“When you two get home, make sure to thank Lauren for me.” Jeremy’s eyes softened as a warm feeling flooded his heart.
Landon swallowed hard and narrowed his eyes. “I won’t just thank her verbally. I’ll show it with my actions.”
Jeremy looked at him speechlessly, quietly reminding him, “You’re not young anymore, and you exhaust yourself from working. For Lauren’s future happiness, you should take better care of yourself and not indulge yourself too much in lust.”
“Hey! I’m as fit as a fiddle. My body is still top-notch!”
Landon pursed his lips in frustration. “Besides, I live a monotonous life now, always at work or home.
I’ve almost forgotten what nightlife is like. I live for these intimate moments with my wife now. Can you not be so cruel to me?”
Jeremy didn’t know what to say.
Not letting Landon touch Lauren was as cruel as asking a tiger to be vegan.
Meanwhile, on the second floor of the banquet hall, Zoe’s fingers tightened on the railing as she glared down at Lauren. Her eyes were burning with anger.
She believed that Lauren’s boldness came from having Landon’s support. Zoe silently promised that Lauren’s behavior would come back to bite her.
“That’s new. Lauren used to be so timid. She’s become so articulate now, like a different person.” Freddy stood next to her, sipping his wine.
His ambiguous gaze settled on Lauren’s enticing face, deepening.
“Hah! Why? The more you look, the more you like her?” Zoe cast him a sidelong glance, smirking mockingly.
“Don’t be like that, Zoe.”
Freddy hooked his arm around her waist, pulling her close. His breath, tinged with alcohol, sprayed across her cheek while he caressed her exposed back.
“All these years, my heart has always been with you. I have eyes for no one else besides you. How could Lauren compare to you? Zoe, you’re amazing. You’ve become my addiction.”
Zoe knew what Freddy meant¡ªsex.
Freddy had pursued her for years. Calling him the ultimate simp wouldn’t be an exaggeration. But back then, she wasn’t interested in Freddy because of her feelings for Jeremy.
Eventually, after all that had happened, Zoe gave up on Jeremy and settled for Freddy.
Freddy was serious about marrying her, but she only saw him as a means to fulfill her sexual desires. After they slept together, Zoe would be satisfied and could go days or even a month without seeing him.
However, Zoe couldn’t ignore him anymore. He was now an essential part of her plan. She needed to keep him around for a good reason.
“I know, Freddy. You’re the kindest and most loving person to me in this whole world.”