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Chapter 19
Grayson was the first to react, letting out a mocking chuckle. "I didn't expect you to be bold enough to come here just to embarrass yourself!""That's right! I knew my sister's beauty struck you, but I didn't think you'd chase her all the way here," Julian added, deliberately exaggerating the situation to provoke Mia's anger.No one was curious about what was inside the box or the document. Everyone thought Halston was just trying to get attention because he was depressed after being divorced by Mia. Even Kyra clenched her napkin, feeling like Halston was using her to make Mia jealous. Many men approached their exes' friends or relatives to get revenge."Forget about the bet we made, okay?" Grayson snatched the box and sighed like a teacher disappointed in his student. "You might've bought expensive jewelry with the money you saved by leeching off the Brown family. But that's still not enough to match my diamond ring!"Kyra gasped when Grayson suddenly raised his hand to show the rin
Chapter 18
Matteo told Mia and her parents not to mention Nick or Kyra again. He said Nick was a failure in the Brown family, and they should treat him like he did not exist. Therefore, Halston never knew Kyra existed since Mia did not want anyone to see her useless husband.That gala was the only party Mia attended with Halston, and even then, it was only because she planned to humiliate him. She did not care who Halston met outside. However, her pride was wounded when she found out he had feelings for Kyra."Halston was the delivery guy who used to pick up online orders from our restaurant. He liked Kyra so much that he even saved her from some thugs," Julian continued, skipping the fact that the people Halston beat up were from the Red Syndicate.Nolan laughed at the story. "If Halston's that strong, he should be a bodyguard for some celebrity. Don't make up stories with that pathetic lying skill of yours," he mocked without holding back."Well, I don't care who my ex-husband likes," Mia shru
Chapter 17
At the Red Syndicate headquarters, Victor crushed the report document that explained how the thugs led by Tom had failed to capture Halston. Instead, they were humiliated once again and ended up being treated in the hospital."Shouldn't we be more cautious of that strange man? He has the ability to defeat our mid-level members," said Nadine, a spy in the group, while reading the information about Halston.Her forehead furrowed as she discovered that Halston's school records were fake. He had never studied anywhere in Veyland, as if he were someone who did not exist. His sudden appearance in Rivertone was also suspicious, especially since he had married Mia in such a short period."I have a bad feeling about this," Nadine continued. "What if we report it to Big Boss Enzo?"Victor threw a sharp glare at her, making Nadine forget all the suggestions in her mind. Big Boss was the title for the leader of the Red Syndicate, and any report submitted to Enzo had to be extremely important."Do
Chapter 16
The guards were initially worried they would get fired for making a mistake. But seeing how wisely Halston handled the situation, they no longer had to think about that. They had assumed he would yell at them by using his connection to Miles, just like the rumors said that he took advantage of the Brown family."Not all rumors can be trusted. Return to your posts while I go meet Mr. Rowan," said Halston, patting Alex's shoulder before walking away.He could have ruined the guards' lives with a single command. But after hiding his identity to become Mia's husband, he started to realize how arrogant rich people acted as if they were gods.They were the same people who would kneel before him, begging for money. A person's true character can be seen in how they treat those they believe are beneath them."Looks like I don't need to reveal my identity just yet," Halston muttered, glancing at a woman dressed in all crystal striking a valet because he had not opened her car door fast enough.
Chapter 15
Ethan pushed aside the shame of being ignored, more shocked to find out that Halston really did have an invitation to the dinner. Even so, his mind could not accept that Halston knew someone as influential as Miles.What Halston had been doing all this time was working as a delivery guy and bothering Mia. Ethan could not find any connection between that clown and a famous investor."Sir, I think you've misunderstood something. The man dragged out by the security team isn't your guest. He's actually the useless ex-husband of CEO Mia," Ethan finally concluded.Miles frowned. "Are you talking about Mia Brown from Silver Trust?""Exactly!" Ethan replied, thinking his conclusion was correct. "You probably haven't heard the gossip among the city's elite since you're busy. His name is Halston, and he caused a scene claiming you invited him to dinner. Obviously, he's just pretending to be your guest!"Since Miles did not respond, Ethan kept going with his chatter, thinking this was his chance
Chapter 14
The guards, swayed by Ethan's words, immediately grabbed Halston. They were afraid their superiors would scold them for allowing someone like Halston to enter the restaurant. Eden West was a symbol of wealth, and the rich were always sensitive when someone from a lower class stepped into their territory.Ethan grinned in satisfaction. "This man might be dressed neatly and politely, but he's actually Halston, the useless ex-husband of CEO Mia from Silver Trust! He probably got compensation from the divorce and used it to sneak into the elite circle!""I-I didn't know this man was a leech sucking off the Brown family!" the guard at the entrance stammered."You should have been more careful," Ethan glanced at the name tag on the guard's uniform, his eyes gleaming with mischief as a wicked idea crossed his mind. "Your name is Alex, right? I'll report you to your supervisor so you'll get fired for being careless on duty!"Hearing that, the waitress rushed inside and resumed her work. She w
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