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Twenty minutes later, River arrived at a fashion store next to the hotel Kenny had booked.
She transformed into a stunning figure in a red gown with flawless makeup in just ten minutes When she emerged from the makeup room, Kenny was rendered speechless. Her red lips and the gown had enhanced her beauty. “G, you should wear more red clothes in the future! Damn, you look impressive, like the queen of revenge” he exclaimed.
River glanced at him and asked, “Where’s my mask?”
Kenny promptly handed her a black half mask After she put it on, she linked arms with him and said.
Okay, let’s go Kenny nodded and donned his mask before they left the fashion store.
After informing the bodyguards outside, they made their way to the hotel.
Thanks to the invitation card from Neil, they gained access to the hotel, and the journalists failed to recognize River due to her mask.
However, as River entered the hotel, Noah, wearing a mask, also stepped out of his car. His eyes narrowed when he spotted a familiar figure.
The Xander family had hired an orchestra to play music in the hall, and influential figures swayed on the dance floor with their partners.
River gestured to Kenny to find Nell first and swiftly took a seat. But a man approached her.
Politely extending his hand, he asked, “Miss, may I have this dance?”
River smiled and agreed, “Of course.”
The man took her hand and led her to the dance floor, where they gracefully danced to the music. Noah entered the hall and witnessed River in another man’s arms unbeknownst to her.
His anger flared, and he couldn’t tear his eyes away from the man’s hand on her waist, River’s attire left little to the imagination, and she seemed entirely engrossed in conversation Noah gnashed his teeth, exuding an icy and fierce aura. Without hesitation, he strode onto the dance floor and forcefully pulled River away from her partner.
River’s dance partner stood in shock, bewildered by the sudden interruption. River looked up at the intruder and uttered, “Noah-“
But before she could say more, Noah yanked her off the dance floor and led her to a nearby lounge.
His bodyguard promptly closed the door behind them and stood guard.
“Are you out of your mind? Noah ripped off his mask and yelled at River, “How could you dance with another man after what happened?”
River winced, nursing her wrist, which Noah had hurt. “It has nothing to do with you!”
Noah remained furious. “Why not? I used to be your boss. Do you think I let you stoop so low?”
River’s eyes turned red. She wondered if he saw her that way. The pain she had been suppressing for days resurfaced under his prodding.
“It’s Daniella’s show today, Go to her!” River snapped. “Why won’t you let me go?”
She tried to leave, but Noah grabbed her arm once more. “Tell me your plans. Do you want to dance with that man again? Do you enjoy his embrace? Do you know where his hands wander?”
River was stunned. She couldn’t fathom why he had such thoughts. What about his constant contact with Daniella?
River glared at him and retorted, “It’s none of your business! Understand?”
Noah seethed at the thought of her returning to dance with another man. He pulled her closer and planted a forceful kiss on her.
River widened her eyes. “Hmm! You-“
Ignoring her protests, Noah bit her lower lip hard.
Though in pain, River couldn’t push the furious man away. As Noah deepened the kiss, he sensed her resistance fading. Eventually, he released her.
He stared into her somber eyes, gnashed his teeth, and said, “Tell me your plans. Do you realize how much I want to help you? But I’m afraid of saying the wrong thing and leaving you vulnerable.”
River blinked. She knew she couldn’t leave the lounge without explaining, let alone seek revenge.
She calmed down, locked eyes with him, and explained with determination, “I intend to take revenge reclaim everything Daniella stole from me!”
and Taken aback, Noah asked, “Do you have evidence?”
“Yes, I do,” River replied, pursing her lips. “My brother and I have put a lot of effort into this, and we failed twice already. I can’t afford to fall again. Otherwise, I might never escape this abyss.”
“So, you’ve endured all these days silently for today’s plan?” Noah asked with a furrowed brow.
River nodded. “Yes.”
Noah released her. “But you can’t dance with another man.”
“Do you think I want to?” River scoffed. “I just want them to focus on me.”
“You’re quite the risk–taker.”
“How can I win without taking risks?” River sounded weary.
Noah looked up at her forehead and touched the place where someone hit her with an egg outside her company today.
“Does it still hurt? Noah asked gently.
River averted her gaze. “I’ve grown tough from enduring all the pain.”
Her words tugged at his heart.
He sighed. “Your grandfather will give a speech in ten minutes. You should prepare.”
River adjusted her mask neatly. “Alright, I’m heading out.”
“Okay.”
After River left the lounge, Noah’s gaze turned solemn as he wondered if she would succeed easily.
Soon after, River received a text from Kenny.
Kenny: It’s all set. The evidence will be displayed on a large screen. You just need to go onstage.]
River took a deep breath and found her seat.
Not long after, Noah exited the lounge and took a seat near River.
Ten minutes passed, and the orchestra’s music came to a halt.
The masked host ascended the stage, ready to recount the remarkable achievements of the Xander Group. Then, the host declared commandingly. “Ladies and gentlemen, please join me in welcoming our chairman, Mr. Grayson Xander, for his speech!”
The audience responded with enthusiastic applause.
Clad in a sleek black suit, Grayson approached the stage with a beaming smile. He positioned himself in front of the microphone and expressed his gratitude to the attendees. Today marks the 100th anniversary of the Xander Group. I have an important announcement to make on this joyous occasion.”
He gazed affectionately toward the audience and continued. Allow me to introduce my granddaughter, who will be joining us on stage.”
In hushed tones, attendees around River speculated, “Is Mr. Xander planning to pass his shares to his granddaughter?”
“It certainly seems that way. I’ve heard he holds a deep affection for her.”
Upon hearing their discussion, River rose slowly from her seat.
The room fell into astonished silence as people turned their gaze toward her. Noah, in particular, fixed his attention on her, only shifting his eyes back to the stage’s screen after a prolonged look.
Noah narrowed his eyes, contemplating the evidence River might present on the screen.
Will she succeed? It won’t be that straightforward, but I need a contingency plan in place. I can’t just stand by and watch River fail,‘ he thought.
With determination, Noah sent a text message to someone.
“Who’s that woman?”
“I have no idea. Who could recognize her with that mask on?”
“What’s she doing? Is she trying to get on stage?”
“Isn’t it supposed to be Mr. Xander’s granddaughter taking the stage now? What’s she up to?”
“I don’t know where she came from, but she’s going to get kicked out.”
Despite the growing murmurs, the bodyguards made no move to stop River.
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Daniella carried her dress gracefully and joined Grayson on stage, embracing him warmly. Then, she began addressing the audience through the microphone, saying, “I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your presence at the Xander Group’s 100th–anniversary celebration today and for your unwavering support of the Xander-“
However, Daniella’s speech abruptly stopped as her gaze fell upon a woman in a striking red gown.
She couldn’t believe her eyes. It was River!
Daniella was utterly shocked. “What is she doing here?”
A sense of foreboding washed over her, leaving her with a lump in her throat.
Grayson lightly tapped Daniella’s arm and urged, “Please continue, Ella.”
Daniella managed to recover from her surprise and stammered, “I apologize. I’m feeling a bit nervous.”
River couldn’t help but sneer at Daniella’s response. She locked eyes with her rival and calmly made her way to the center of the stage.
In the surveillance room.
Kenny eagerly rubbed his palms together. “Neil, we’re on the verge of success!”
Neil replied calmly. “Why are you more emotional than I am?”
“How can I not be emotional? But why is River delaying?”
“Stay calm. River is waiting for the perfect moment,” Neil reassured him.
Just as Grayson took the microphone to continue, River suddenly spoke. “Mr. Xander Sr.”
Daniella and Grayson turned to look at River, their expressions shifting.
Grayson’s demeanor turned icy as he demanded, “Who are you? Please return to your seat.”
River responded with a sly chuckle. “Do you honestly believe that Daniella Love, standing beside is your biological granddaughter?”
The audience erupted in astonishment.
“What does she mean?”
you, “Is Daniella not Mr. Xander’s biological granddaughter?*
“Why didn’t he get a DNA test for something so crucial?”
Grayson glared at River as he listened to her speech. “Who on earth are you? And why are you ruining my party?”
River approached Grayson with deliberate steps. “Considering your age, you might not be aware that results can be manipulated. Daniella isn’t your biological granddaughter. Are you absolutely sure about transferring all your shares to an outsider?”
“What nonsense are you spouting? Where are the bodyguards? Remove this insane woman at once!”