Chapter 34

Chase stood silently, a hint of smugness on his face as he watched Emmanuel encircled by a group of bodyguards. Milani was inwardly delighted. "Emmanuel," she thought, "this should show you your place. Who are you to even think you want to marry me? We're from two different worlds."

Keegan puffed out his chest, sending a clear message to everyone present that anyone attempting to take his significant other would face dire consequences.

To their surprise, Emmanuel remained calm and unfazed. He had no interest in status and prestige, so he didn't find the situation humiliating. Confident that he had done nothing wrong, he wasn't concerned about being falsely accused. However, many people assumed he was scared senseless because he said nothing.

The bodyguards were about to take action when an icy voice resonated through the hall. "Wait! Who in the world would dare to kick him out?"

The ultra-wealthy guests felt chills run down their spines at the piercingly cold voice. Moments before, Adam had been exhibiting a haughty attitude, attempting to control the party's mayhem. Now, he resembled a child chastised by an adult.

Adam nervously glanced toward the voice and saw Beatrix Quillen approaching. His heart sank, and he shivered with trepidation. Everyone turned to look at the young heiress.

Beatrix Quillen, only twenty years old, made a grand entrance, accompanied by an entourage that lent her an air of intimidation. Dressed to the nines, she looked absolutely ravishing. Her bodyguards magnified her entrance, allowing her to outshine the other affluent guests. People parted for her as if she were royalty.

"Who is she? Her entrance was so grand!" Milani muttered curiously.

The Cloud Construction manager gasped, covering her mouth. "Stop acting like a fool! That's Ms. Beatrix from the Quillen family. They're the wealthiest family in Yeringham, and this gathering celebrates her aunt's promotion to Deputy Mayor!"

"What? Ms. Beatrix of the Quillen family?" Milani's face visibly paled.

As a newly promoted senior executive at Cloud Construction, Milani, like many women, was vain and had heard much about the Quillen family. "I heard the Quillen family is worth billions," she thought. "Ms. Beatrix might not be a real princess, but she's more influential than royalty in Yeringham! Why is she here?"

"M-Ms. Beatrix!" Adam greeted hastily, dread filling his heart. He regretted his hasty judgment. "If Ms. Beatrix invited this man," he thought, "I'm doomed!" However, years of experience allowed him to quickly regain his composure. He offered a flattering smile. "Ms. Beatrix, what brings you here? Can I help you with anything?"

"Help me? You're trying to kick someone from the Quillen family out of the hall. Are you sure you're helping me?"

Emmanuel is Mackenzie's husband. How dare these people kick him out of a Quillen family party? They must have a death wish!

Beatrix's frosty words caused everyone to gasp in disbelief. Someone from the Quillen family? Did Ms. Beatrix just say this man is part of the Quillen family?

Roselynn's eyes widened in amazement. Could it be possible that Emmanuel's wife is a Quillen, from the wealthiest family?

Adam's face turned as pale as a sheet.