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Xavier covered his mouth. He almost choked on himself before holding back his laughter.
Jeremy felt a surge of resentment in his chest. He coldly responded, “I don’t see a future with her, and we can never go back to the past. I won’t do something so shameless.”
Without bothering to elaborate, Landon shrugged. He swiftly changed the topic, “Are there any items you want from today’s auction?”
“Yes, the Antique Rosewood Chair. I plan to buy it as a birthday gift for my grandfather.”
“You have good taste! I can help you secure it. If someone tries to compete with you, I’ll find a way to convince them otherwise.”
“No need,” Jeremy calmly shook his head. “The auction is about charity. If the item is meant to be mine, it will be mine. I won’t force something that isn’t meant to be. That would take away the joy of the auction.”
The two entered the venue and walked straight to the first row reserved for VIPs. Only those from prominent families or elite individuals could sit there.
Jeremy and Landon caused a small commotion when they entered. It was all due to their good. looks and distinguished appearances.
The young women immediately blushed and gushed.
“Mr. Jeremy is so handsome! He’s like a dream come true!”
“A dream come true? You better not even think about it. He’s going to marry the daughter of the Gardner family, don’t you know?”
“What?! The Gardner family. The one who sells cheap home products? Oh my goodness, Jeremy is wasting himself on her!”
“Liana and Mr. Jeremy grew up together. He divorced his ex–wife just to marry her. How can anyone compete with that?”
“His pitiful ex–wife! Look at how pretentious Liana is! I bet Mr. Jeremy will tire of her in under two years!”
Jeremy sat down gracefully. He looked very distinctive from the crowd, keeping others at a distance.
He inadvertently glanced and saw a chair on the other side of the aisle. It had a nameplate that read “Jonah Taylor.”
He pursed his lips, and his eyes showed a cold glint.
“Oh, Jeremy, I can’t help with this one. My grandfather had already reserved the first row seats And I’m too scared to change them,” Landon whispered He understood Jeremy’s concern and continued, “These seals ate the ultimate test of social status Even your stepmother and your two stepsisters were placed behind. Each of these chairs is valuable. Jonah Taylor is Winston’s eldest son and the RS Group President We can’t treat them lightly. Just bear with it”
Outside the venue, the Kirkman sisters mingled with a few reputable women while Betty and Liana complemented each other’s outfits. As for Lauren, she seemed to have disappeared somewhere, sulking.
“Where’s Lauren? Why can’t we find her?” Liana asked.
“Forget about her. As long as she’s not dead, it’s fine,” Betty replied She was annoyed at the mention of her younger sister.
She thought Lauren was weak and timid, which brought shame to the Walsh family.
“Don’t say that. Lauren is your sister And she’s the youngest daughter of the Walsh family. Your should treat her better,” Liana pretended to advise gently.
“I wish I never had a sister like her. She’s embarrassing.”
Hearing this, Liana couldn’t help but smile to herself. That was how she could come between the sisters. Otherwise, she might have problems if they were to unite against her once she married into the Walsh family.
At this moment, there was a change in the air. Someone was approaching them with steady steps.
The Kirkman sisters, Liana, Betty, and several other ladies instinctively looked toward the approaching figure.
They saw Alyssa She was dressed in a black suit, elegantly striding into their view. She wore high heels as usual, and her cherry lips were still strikingly beautiful.
Alyssa appeared to have casually put on an outfit, but it easily overshadowed the attires Liana and Betty had carefully planned. It left them fuming and clutching their skirts in frustration.
Behind Alyssa was Sean, who had also dressed up a bit today. He looked handsome and charming.
Initially, Alyssa and Sean intended to ignore the group of flashy women and walk past them directly. However, Sophia unexpectedly called out to her with a smile.
“I never thought I’d see you, the little country girl, in such a place. It’s quite surprising how inclusive charity events can be.”
The implied meaning was Allison Burton, a country bumpkin, wasn’t worthy of being in such an elegant setting.
Alyssa paused in her steps. She had one hand in her suit pants as she casually smirked at Sophia.
“There are many things you have yet to see. You may think it’s surprising, but that doesn’t mean it defies logic. It just means you need to broaden your views.”
Alyssa’s words left everyone stunned.
The others eyed Sophia oddly, one after another.
They had no idea that the beautiful woman before them was Jeremy’s ex–wife. They only thought that Alyssa must be from a prestigious family with a background worth billions.
She had such confidence to confront Javier Walsh’s wife!
Sophia was so infuriated that her body trembled. She sneered, “Look at you, Allison. You’ve changed now that you’ve found someone better to leech onto. I never realized you could be so eloquent in the past.”
Alyssa raised her eyebrows. She was completely indifferent to Sophia’s mockery.
“I treat others the way they treat me. I speak politely to those who are polite to me and straightforward to those who are rude. What does that have to do with leeching onto others?”
Sophia’s face turned red. She was completely frustrated.
“Ms. Burton, my mom is your senior. How can you be so disrespectful?!” Betty immediately refuted after seeing her mother being humiliated. She looked like a mad dog on a leash.
Alyssa chuckled coldly.
Betty inherited Sophia’s calculating nature, but she wasn’t cunning. She couldn’t be bothered with such a shallow woman and didn’t want to waste time on her.
Sean couldn’t take it anymore and stepped forward sternly, blocking Alyssa. “Everyone could see who started it. It’s clear who tried to stir up trouble!”
“Huh! Not only do you have Mr. Taylor to back you up, but also this gentleman here. You have quite the army of men ready to fend you, Ms. Burton,” Liana taunted from the side.
“Liana, it’s easy for you to spread rumors. But have you considered the consequences?
Are you willing to pay the price?” Alyssa’s sharp gaze pierced through her icily.
Liana’s heart shrank slightly. She used to think Alyssa was just a simple and weak country girl. But now, she felt afraid of her. The more she got to know her, the more unpredictable she seemed.
“Ms. Burton, I sincerely feel that your appearance here is very untimely. We’re only looking out for you,” Rosaline said sarcastically. Then, she smiled viciously. “After all, you got involved in Lia and Jeremy’s relationship. And it was all because of your ignorance. It ended up with you in an awkward position.”
She added, “Although we didn’t blame you for your mistakes, it’s inappropriate for you to come Jeremy. But it might be embarrassing for you if others see you.”
Liana listened to Rosaline’s words gleefully and smiled darkly. Truly, her mother was still the same, She was as sharp as ever!
After listening to her words, the crowd looked at Alyssa with surprise and disdain. So, she was Jeremy’s unknown’ex–wife. She was even the third person in the relationship! How despicable!
“Me? Involved with them? Mrs. Gardner, your brain is as rotten as the furniture produced by your company.” Alyssa showed no signs of anger. Instead, she burst into laughter.
“You…” Rosaline’s eyes turned red with anger.