Chapter 234: Running Into Two Lunatics

Roland's lips trembled. He couldn't respond to Stephanie; he'd realized this was his mother's doing. My mother found out. However, this wasn't like Daphne. Even extremely angry, and convinced Sasha was at fault, she wouldn't ruin the wedding like this. It would be self-humiliating.

Before Roland could react, Owen's frantic voice cut through the air. "Who's playing this sick joke? Turn it off! It's all a lie!"

Though Roland understood his father's actions were motivated by family interests, a chill ran through him. His father's first reaction wasn't concern for him; not even after his son's humiliation at the hands of his illegitimate child.

Taking a deep breath, Roland played along, determined to avoid escalating the scandal. Yet, he was still stopped by Alexander.

"Brace yourself," Alexander said.

Roland stared at him in astonishment. Alexander understood what Roland didn't see: this wasn't about satisfaction; Daphne was protecting her son.

Amidst Roland's bewilderment and Owen's shouts, a mysterious sound echoed from the speakers. Though not loud, its meaning was clear in the quiet venue. Many quickly covered the ears of children, staring at Owen and Roland in alarm. Many adults blushed, their ears turning red. It was like accidentally watching pornography without headphones. What decent family would play such explicit footage at a wedding? Revealing infidelity is one thing, but this… was a video about to surface? Was this normal? Reasonable? Weren't they disgracing the Ford family? The sound seemed to be ending… everyone, cover your ears! We came to a wedding, not this!

The news would spread like wildfire. Yet, instead of satisfaction, the guests felt mortified. Overwhelmed, no one even thought to turn off the sound system.

Roland's face darkened; blood rushed to his head. Stunned, he could only stare blankly at Alexander, wondering if Alexander had released another unseen video, one his mother would also share.

Meanwhile, Stephanie, standing aside, hadn't fully recovered, but her face flushed with embarrassment. Luckily, the audio ended quickly, bringing relief.

Then, Ethan's voice: "So, who's better, me or Roland?"

A choking sound followed. For a moment, many believed Sasha was coerced, even offering Roland a glimmer of hope.

"Are you going to tell me or not?" Ethan pressed.

Sasha sobbed, "You know I only love you. I never let him touch me. It was always only you."

Isabella thought: Even though I was mortified, that was brilliant! Without your words, Roland wouldn't have given up so easily!

Alexander turned to see Roland swaying, his expression vacant. He seemed heartbroken.

The bystanders, especially Roland's old high school classmates, were dumbfounded. Sasha and Ethan? Did Sasha like Ethan?

"That's more like it…" Ethan said.

"Why… why are you doing this? You have Ms. Nox, so why…" Sasha cried.

"Jealous? It's not my fault you lack her background. But I still prefer you. She's boring, conservative, and dogmatic. She insists on a long courtship before letting me touch her, forcing celibacy. If it weren't for her status, I wouldn't bother."

Isabella thought: Hahaha, talkative! Or maybe heaven's pitying Stephanie, letting her see the truth. I wonder if she's still here?

Alexander looked at Stephanie, her face drained of color. She'd learned the truth. Many Nox family friends were shocked. Who dared toy with a Nox daughter?

Gradually, Owen regained his senses, his face a mixture of emotions. His illegitimate son was now worthless. He couldn't let anyone know Ethan had stolen his brother's wife and schemed against another family's daughter. But then, Owen lost his balance.

"I understand. I know the struggles of being an illegitimate child—the need to prove yourself, to compete for your father's approval. It pains me to see you like this, but…" Owen said.

Isabella thought: Come on, you're hurting Roland! Hypocrites! But luckily, you admitted it. Hahaha, carry on!

Besides Isabella's laughter, incredulous gasps erupted from the Quirk family. An illegitimate child? A half-brother cheating with his future sister-in-law! Wasn't Owen a loyal husband? How could he have an illegitimate son and let him attend the wedding? Did Daphne know?

"Shut up! Why are you bringing this up? Are you looking down on me too?" Sasha shouted.

"I don't. I love you. Since that rainy day in sophomore year, when you first kissed me, I fell for you. I knew you were using me because of your emptiness. I understand." Ethan said.

"I wondered why you sought protection from Roland after I stopped seeing you. You even flaunted it. You were trying to get my attention! Roland clashed with me for you, even getting injured, unable to serve in the air force—his dream! You ruined it! You did me a great favor, shattering his dream and the Brown family's plans for him!" Ethan continued.

"No, that wasn't my intention. Don't say that. Roland is good, my savior. I wronged him." Sasha cried.

Isabella thought: What are you crying for? Crocodile tears! I wonder if Roland will regret being nosy.

Alexander looked at Roland, standing aside. Roland's face was indescribable. He never imagined Sasha… He’d saved her, only to learn she didn't want it. The one she loved was her bully. He'd stuck his nose where it didn't belong.

Overwhelmed by the irony, Roland smiled viciously. No one pitied him.

How unlucky he was to run into these two lunatics.