Chapter 128 Confrontation
To Adrian’s surprise, Oliver did not become angry at all.
Natalie could not help but glance at Oliver, amazed by his dual nature. If she had not witnessed Oliver's calm indifference in the presence of the higher-ups at the RK Group, if she did not know that Oliver's abilities made Isaac, Wyatt, and others admire him; it would have been easy to believe that he was simply a spoiled brat with no achievements other than his family background.
Today, Adrian and Hailey were the central figures, so many people were watching them.
"Eh, isn't that Natalie?"
Someone who frequently browsed Instagram recognized her.
"My goodness! Isn't that dress from Arvin's new collection, 'Speak?" a socialite exclaimed, covering her mouth.
"It really is! Someone offered Arvin 10 million for that dress, but he refused, saying he hadn't found anyone suitable for it. But now, Natalie is wearing it!"
At this time, Natalie also realized why she found the dress so familiar; it was from the highly popular collection, Speak, from the recent fashion week!
Unable to resist, Natalie glanced at Oliver, who remained indifferent, as if it were only natural for her to wear this exorbitantly priced dress.
She wondered if Arvin’s unexpected appearance at the autumn car exhibition was not the company's arrangement, but rather Oliver's deliberate plan. This speculation caused a strange surge in Natalie's heart.
The attention of the noble ladies was drawn to the dress, and as they admired its beauty, they could not help but speculate about Natalie's identity. After all, Natalie announced her marriage on Instagram, so why was she here as Oliver’s female companion?
Hailey, seeing that the limelight has been stolen, swiftly changed the subject."Natalie, why do you look unwell? Are you not happy to attend my engagement banquet? Mom and Dad are chatting with some people right now. Why don't you go and see them later?"
The guests were surprised. After all, the Watson family had never announced Natalie’s identity.
"Natalie's is your sister?"
"She’s my half-sister,” Hailey said gently, playing the part of a kind sister.
Upon hearing these words, the crowd collectively revealed their disdain, their expressions a mix of shock and disapproval.
Some of them whispered, "Half-sister? So she’s an illegitimate child!"
"To attend her sister's engagement party even though she’s an illegitimate daughter. How shameless!"
Most of the attendees today were legitimate daughters and sons of wealthy families. As such, many of them were hostile toward illegitimate children.
Hailey subtly glanced at Natalie with a hint of triumph in her eyes, thinking that she had a hundred ways to embarrass Natalie!
Adrian frowned slightly, displeased with Hailey's words. However, he did not speak up for Natalie either. After her heartless rejection, he intended to show her that marrying Oliver would not provide her any protection!
Just then, Oliver, who had been silent for a while, suddenly replied to Hailey’s earlier words, "Natalie’s angry with me."
His voice was truly pleasant, causing everyone's gaze to fall upon him. Due to the mask obscuring his face, he appeared even colder and more indifferent, with a mocking look in his eyes toward these people.
He caressed Natalie's head as he looked at Hailey and said contemptuously, "You’re not worth her anger. Her current status is something you can’t compare to."
Hailey could not retort against that comment, and both she and Adrian wore unsightly expressions on their faces.
Previously, everyone thought that Natalie was Oliver’s lover, but with these words, it was clear that their relationship was extraordinary.
"Mr. Windsor, is Miss Watson your...?"
"My wife," Oliver said, “She’s unhappy with me because last night…”
Natalie glared at him, her almond-shaped eyes warning him that if he dared say another word, she would immediately sever ties with him!
In Oliver's eyes, Natalie was like a kitten showing its claws. She did not look fierce at all. On the contrary, she looked adorable.
Everyone present was an adult, and they understood Oliver’s meaning. However, in the next moment, realization suddenly dawned on them.
‘Wait, Natalie, the illegitimate daughter of the Watson family, is Oliver's wife?!’
‘She’s glaring at him, but he doesn’t seem angry!’
Everyone was astonished, as if they had discovered a new world.
Oliver gently pinched Natalie's cheeks, his fingertips tender and soft, moving with a delicate indulgence that starkly contrasted his usual cold and cruel demeanor.
If not for protocol and etiquette, Natalie would have made her escape.
‘Damn it, Oliver, this bast*rd!’ she thought in exasperation, ‘His mask seems to embolden him. He dares to pinch me in front of so many people!’
However, she was also surprised that Oliver had publicly acknowledged her as his wife in front of a crowd despite Hailey exposing her as an illegitimate daughter. Contrary to the others, he was not disdainful or embarrassed of her. Instead, he proudly introduced her as ‘Mrs. Windsor’, elevating her position and preventing others from disrespecting her.
Natalie looked at the noble, aloof, and superior man as emotions surged in her heart.
"Oliver is married?"
“When did Mr. Windsor get married?”
"No wonder she wears a ring on her left ring finger. What a dazzling ring!”
Everyone present was socially adept and would only offer flattering words in front of Oliver. Regardless of whether he was favored or not, it was a fact that he was the legitimate son of the Windsor family. Moreover, there were rumors outside that Oliver was ruthless; one must not provoke him.
Just like that, Hailey and Adrian, the central figures of the engagement party, were reduced to secondary roles. The constant repetition of ‘Mrs. Windsor’ grated upon their ears.
Hailey often wished that the accident from ten years ago had never occurred. Then, she would now be ‘Mrs. Windsor’!
On the other hand, Adrian was utterly captivated by Natalie's elegant appearance. A woman as beautiful as Natalie deserved to bear the title ‘Mrs. Harrington’.
At this time, Oliver delivered another blow to Adrian and Hailey.
"Adrian, you've yet to greet Natalie."
Adrian's expression darkened, and he pursed his lips, extremely reluctant to speak.
"Cat got your tongue?" Oliver asked mockingly.
Adrian clenched his teeth, unwilling to comply, yet unable to defy. After all, who knew what that madman would do? Finally, he said with difficulty, “Aunt…”
Oliver sneered. “She didn’t hear you.
"Aunt!"
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