Chapter 236 Eager to Acknowledge a Father

Esme clutched her wine glass and sauntered over to the woman standing next to Ezekiel.

Meanwhile, Celeste was in the corner, supporting Clara, who was struggling to stay on her feet.

Clara, still weak and pale from her surgery yesterday, asked, "Mom, who exactly is my dad?"

The guests at the Howard Family's banquet were all either filthy rich or nobility. Clara's eyes were dazzled by the extravagant dresses, especially Ezekiel, who was front and center.

His suit was a custom-made piece from Istalia, something that couldn't be bought with money.

Oliver had once tried to get a suit from that brand, but the designer demanded a financial verification first. Oliver had cursed about it at home, and Clara remembered the brand.

"Clara, just wait and see. Your dad's identity will blow your mind!" Celeste said.

Clara's heart pounded in her chest. She thought, 'Could my dad be Ezekiel? This is the Howard Family! Oliver's entire fortune might be just a drop in the ocean compared to the Howards. They say a Howard kid's monthly allowance starts at a million bucks. If Ezekiel is my dad, my future is set! And Lucas, the guy I've been trying so hard to get close to, is here too. I might have a shot with him as well.'

Celeste held Clara back to keep her from wandering off. "We can't afford to offend anyone here! Clara, let's just wait for your dad."

Clara nodded absentmindedly, her eyes catching a figure that had just walked in. Her pupils widened, and her voice shook, "Mom, isn't that Catherine?"

Celeste followed Clara's gaze.

Catherine, in a light blue gown, looked like a forest fairy, practically glowing. Her layered skirt, adorned with dark patterns and light, luxurious gauze, was held up by two men beside her, only to be let down once she entered.

Catherine's hands were adorned with matching light-colored gloves, and she walked into the banquet hall arm in arm with Alexander and Charles, instantly becoming the center of attention. She was so beautiful that Clara was insanely jealous!

Especially the two men beside Catherine. One wore a tie that matched her dress, and the other wore a suit of the same color!

Clara gritted her teeth. "Mom, how can Catherine be with two men? Don't they know how messy her private life is?"

Celeste was also unsure.

'Didn't Catherine go to the obstetrics and gynecology department at Healing Touch Hospital? Her private life must be so chaotic that she doesn't even know whose child she's carrying!' Clara's eyes were filled with resentment and jealousy at the thought.

Especially when Ezekiel personally went to greet them and chatted happily with the man in the light-colored suit beside Catherine, Clara became even more jealous.

For Ezekiel to act like this, how powerful must they be?

Unwilling to accept this, Clara dragged Celeste towards Ezekiel!

Ezekiel smiled at Alexander, noticing his sharp suit, and smiled again.

'I remember Alexander doesn't like light-colored suits. But here he is, matching Catherine's dress. Maybe Santino's idea of going after Catherine isn't so bad. The plan might be a bit rushed, but if it works, Alexander's expression will be even more desperate than before,' Ezekiel thought, his face lighting up with animation. "Long time no see, Alexander. Is this your future wife? She's stunning, truly a Windsor! Mr. Windsor is young and promising too. Us old folks are about to be replaced!"

Alexander forced a smile. "Yeah, you'll be replaced soon enough."

Catherine nodded. "Good to know you recognize me as a Windsor. I thought you might not."

Charles snorted, "Catherine, Ezekiel's old, not blind. He definitely recognizes you."

Pretending to scold Catherine, Charles looked apologetically at Ezekiel. "Sorry about that, Ezekiel! We've spoiled Catherine. You're a Howard, so of course you know Catherine. Catherine, don't talk like that. If people don't recognize you, Grandpa and Dad will be upset."

"Got it, Charles."

Their words were full of hidden meanings.

'If I didn't recognize Catherine, how could I have arranged for someone to follow her?' Ezekiel thought, his mouth twitching. 'The Windsor Family seems to care more about this daughter than I thought. But she's just a daughter; I doubt they'll care that much.'

"Mr. Windsor, I have a daughter about your age. I'll introduce you two later. Maybe our families can form an alliance," Ezekiel said.

Charles smiled. "Which daughter are you talking about?"

Everyone knew Ezekiel had six illegitimate daughters and many unacknowledged children abroad. It was a Howard Family scandal.

Ezekiel felt a bit embarrassed as his wife glared at him. "What are you saying? I'm talking about my only daughter. The others are just rumors spread by the media! Don't believe the gossip!"

Esme spotted Ezekiel in the crowd and rushed over, sweetly calling out, "Dad!"

Almost simultaneously, Clara's voice followed, "Dad, I missed you so much!"

Ezekiel looked at the two daughters who appeared out of nowhere, his mouth twitching!

The scene became chaotic, and everyone was stunned, thinking, 'Didn't he just say he has only one daughter? How did two suddenly appear?'

Esme and Clara noticed each other.

"Aren't you the daughter of the Smith Family? How dare you call my dad 'Dad'? You shameless little bitch! Don't forget you still owe me five million dollars!" Esme said.

Previously, Clara had borrowed five million dollars from Esme to bail out Oliver and Celeste, and she hadn't paid it back yet.

Esme raised her hand and slapped Clara, the crisp sound and Clara's scream echoing through the banquet hall. "Who do you think you are, trying to claim my dad? Get a clue!"

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