Chapter 170

However, the difference was that Elva was arranged to be first, standing in the spotlight, while Ophelia was last, in a corner where not many people would notice her! This was so unfair! Clearly, Ophelia was the one who received the most votes! The people in the class were indignant, yet helpless, for Elva had such powerful backing!

Ophelia remained calm amidst the various gazes directed at her. Only Winford’s arrival finally brought her some emotional fluctuation. From a distance, she saw that familiar figure walking towards her amidst the crowd. She slightly widened her eyes, feeling a sense of "just as expected." Hmph, he actually sneaked in to attend the school anniversary without telling her!

Previously, when she asked him about the news of the big shot, he still couldn’t clarify! Ophelia puffed up her cheeks and watched as her husband was respectfully invited by the school leaders to take a seat in the middle. Due to the angle, she could no longer see him, and he probably couldn’t see her either. Ophelia withdrew her gaze with a sense of disappointment.

Suddenly, she noticed an uncomfortable gaze resting on her. She instinctively turned her head and saw a middle-aged man among the guests, staring at her with a lecherous gaze, his smile making her feel disgusted. A trace of disgust flickered in Ophelia’s eyes. When she looked at the other person’s position again, she immediately narrowed her eyes dangerously—this old man was actually the guest she was supposed to receive later!

Over there, Mark saw the disgust on Ophelia’s face and laughed even more happily. Indeed, he liked girls who had a bit of spirit in them!

“Mark, were you still satisfied?” Paul asked with a smile, standing next to him.

Mark nodded with a smile. “Satisfied, satisfied! After the school anniversary, I would donate a sum of money to the school!”

Upon hearing this, Paul was also very satisfied. This Mark, in theory, should not have been a guest at their school anniversary celebration, but he was considered a major client of Ventura University and had donated a significant amount to the university. It would have been inappropriate to offend him, so they could only give him a spot. However, the other party was a lecher and actually set his sights on the students of Ventura University!

Paul had originally been too lazy to pay attention, but what could he do? Ophelia had such bad luck; she managed to offend Mr. Winford’s woman while doing everything else wrong. So she had no one to blame but herself!

“At the outdoor dance party later, she would be Mark’s partner, and Mark would slowly enjoy it then!” Paul hinted softly.

Mark nodded in satisfaction and gave Ophelia a lecherous glance. Ophelia’s beautiful eyes were slightly cold as she calmly withdrew her gaze. The other guests were quite normal, but the arrangement made for her was such a thing. How could she be expected to believe it was a coincidence?

Soon, it was the turn of the ceremonial team to take the stage. Each of them held a bouquet of flowers in their hands, ready to present them to the guests.

“It started, it started! Hurry up, set up the camera, don’t miss the sweet scene of Elva and her boyfriend together!”

Amidst the attention of the crowd, Elva wore a shy yet expectant smile, trying to calm her racing heart as she walked towards the man who resembled an emperor. In the end, she stood in front of Winford, her eyes filled with affection, and handed the bouquet in her hands to the man.

“Mr. Winford…”

Upon hearing this title, Paul must have felt a certain way in his heart. Sure enough, he was not mistaken; this Elva was indeed the girl who had captured Mr. Winford’s heart! Otherwise, how would she have known Mr. Winford’s identity? It should be noted that although Mr. Winford attended the school anniversary, he did not announce his identity to the outside world in order to keep a low profile!

“This is the surprise you arranged for me?” Winford spoke, his voice carrying a hint of coldness.

Paul did not notice it; he wore a big smile and flattered, “Yes, this was specially arranged for Mr. Winford. Mr. Winford, don’t worry, after the flower presentation, there will be more activities. The outdoor dance later, this classmate will be Mr. Winford’s partner!”

Paul boasted as usual, feeling pleased with himself. In order to please Mr. Winford, he had put in a lot of effort! Just sending flowers on stage was not enough. This ball was specifically organized by him to allow Mr. Winford and his beloved to spend more time together!