The Smith family made their way through the grand hall to the center of the commotion. By this time, the Hall was empty, and everyone was outside. Liam’s father, Richard Smith, was the first to approach, his stern face reflecting both concern and disbelief. “Victoria, what on earth is going on here?” Richard’s voice cut through the clamor. “Why is Nathan standing here, disrupting this event? We thought he was out of your lives for good.” Victoria turned to face him, her face flushed with anger and desperation. “My in-law, it’s nothing but a pathetic display from someone we thought was out of our lives forever. "Nathan, our former son-in-law, is back, trying to make a scene and ruin our engagement ceremony.” "He cannot just let go of the fact that Claire no longer wants him" Richard’s eyes narrowed as he took in Nathan’s imposing figure and the expensive entourage. “Is this the same Nathan we all dismissed as a failure? How did he come by all this wealth?” Victoria seize
The gang leader was hesitant to talk at first as his gaze met Victoria's disapproving eyes.But his hesitation was met with a heavy blow from the hands of one of the bodyguards.James, who stood by, grabbed his chin forcefully. “Didn’t you hear Lord Cloud ask you a question?” he barked at him before letting go of his grip, pushing his face forcefully.At this point, he realized that he had no other option but to speak the truth.“It was her,” he managed to mutter.“Louder! I can't hear you!” Nathan snapped, urging him to speak louder so that everyone could hear him clearly.Their leader, frightened by Nathan, immediately spoke up, “It was her, it was Victoria Wilson that hired us to kill you.”The moment the gang leader’s trembling voice confirmed Victoria Wilson’s guilt, a shroud of disbelief and horror fell over the gathered crowd. The Wilson family's atmosphere, once filled with celebration, was now suppressed by a sense of dread and betrayal.“You see...” Nathan said, his gaze li
Victoria, her pride shattered and her composure gone, clung to Nathan's legs, her fingers digging into the fabric of his expensive trousers. Her once-commanding presence had been reduced to that of a desperate, broken woman. Her eyes were pleading as they locked onto Nathan’s.“Please, Nathan, I’m begging you,” she cried, her voice hoarse with emotion. “This is all a misunderstanding! "I never meant for any of this to happen. I swear, I didn’t hire those men! Please, don’t let them take me away!”Nathan’s gaze was unrelenting. “It’s too late for your pleas, Victoria.""The evidence is clear, and the police are here to enforce that you pay for your crimes!” He glanced at the lead officer, who nodded in understanding.Claire, stood helplessly nearby, her face pale and her eyes filled with tears. She reached out to Nathan, her voice trembling. “Nathan, please, think of my mother’s legacy, our family’s reputation."" She’s made mistakes, but she’s not a killer.""Please, don’t do this.
The faces of the Smith family members were filled with disgust and anger, and they began to rally around Richard.They spoke in harsh, judgmental tones, their voices a chorus of condemnation against the Wilson family.Henry Smith, Richard’s brother, added his voice to the outcry. “This family has shown its true colors. Truly nothing good can come out of the Wilson family. They are nothing but a stain on our society!”The other guests, having witnessed the shocking turn of events, were not shy about expressing their disapproval.“So despicable,”“A family of shameless killers,”“Who knows what other heinous crimes they have committed?”Their eyes, once filled with admiration for the Wilson family at the beginning of the event, now reflected nothing but scorn and disdain.As the crowd of guests continued to murmur with increasing disdain, the Wilson family's members were filled with desperation and disgrace.Grandfather Wilson took a bold step to confront the Wilson family.He took a s
“Look at this mess we're in,” Cynthia continued, her voice trembling. “It’s all falling apart. We’re losing everything.”Ivan Wilson, his face etched with frustration and helplessness, paced back and forth.His mind was racing, grappling with the sudden and brutal turn of events. He glanced at his father, Grandfather Wilson, whose stoic demeanor was starting to crack under the weight of the family's crumbling empire.“We are ruined,” Ivan finally cried out, his voice breaking. “Our business partners are already pulling out. They’re abandoning us.”The Wilson family was already starting to crumble after Nathan left the family; Victoria's dilemma only made things worse for them.Grandfather Wilson’s expression gradually changed to a mask of grim determination as he looked around at his family.He had spent decades building the Wilson legacy, and now it was crumbling before his eyes.His voice was steady, though tinged with despair. “We need to think clearly. We must find a way to get o
James looked up at Nathan, his expression a mix of frustration and embarrassment. “My Lord,” he began, but his words faltered as he saw the look of growing irritation on his boss’s face."Sorry you had to come down from the car; I’ve been trying to buy the suit, but this young man here is refusing to sell it,” James explained.The salesperson, a young man with a strained smile, cleared his throat. “Sir, I’m sorry, but I must inform you that this particular suit is not for sale."You can choose any other suit from our various collections.”Nathan’s eyes narrowed. “Not for sale?"" Do you have any idea who I am?""I need that suit, and I’m willing to pay whatever it takes.”The salesperson’s gaze remained steady, though his voice was firm. “I understand, sir, but as I was trying to explain to your assistant, this suit is part of a unique collection.""It’s not just any garment; it’s a one-of-a-kind piece. There are only three suits like this in existence, all displayed exclusively at hi
The owner's cold, piercing gaze locked onto Nathan's; he did not even bother to hide the disdain and contempt he had towards Nathan. "You..." he uttered, his voice dripping with scorn as he glared daggers at Nathan, who stood there composed and unflinching.The boutique owner in question was Mr. Nicholas, one of the top business owners in the South district of Prescott. He owned numerous businesses in the district, this boutique included, and the one where Victoria had left him to die when he lost his memory.Nicholas then whirled around to face his manager. "Are you tired of your job?" the owner demanded, his tone laced with fury."Just tell me so that I can fire you immediately!" he roared, the veins in his neck bulging as he barely contained his rage."S-sir?" the manager stammered, her eyes wide with bewilderment and fear as she struggled to comprehend why her boss was shouting at her with such anger, threatening to dismiss her on the spot."I don't understand, sir. What have I
Before James could respond, Nicholas erupted into a loud, mocking laugh. The sound of his laughter was harsh and cutting, echoing through the boutique. “Lord Cloud?!” Nicholas roared as he continued to laugh. “You’ve got to be kidding me!”Nathan’s face flushed with anger. “What’s so funny about my identity?""I am Lord Cloud, and I need the suit for tomorrow’s investment forum,” he said firmly, his voice unwavering despite the storm of laughter directed at him.Nicholas waved his hand dismissively, still chortling. “Oh, come now! You expect me to believe that?""The other day you were still at my other establishment pretending to be a child, and now you are claiming to be Lord Cloud.""How gullible do you think I am?""You are nothing but a pathetic fraud!""How dare you come here, thinking you can pull off a stunt and steal this suit from me?”Nathan’s jaw clenched. “I have offered to pay twice the price of the suit, and yet you accuse me of trying to steal it?""I’m here to buy th