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Ethan and Stella walked away from the reporters and into the banquet hall. Stella said to Ethan, “You’re not angry, right? I didn’t tell the reporters that Jos isn’t my son.”
“No.” Ethan answered.
There was no emotion in his tone.
No matter what Stella did in front of Ethan, Ethan just ignored her.
Sometimes, Stella felt like a clown who was merely amusing herself.
A trace of coldness flashed across Stella’s eyes.
“Ethan will be mine sooner or later. He can only be mine. I can put up with anything now. Stella thought.
Stella adjusted her emotions and continued, “I didn’t want others to talk badly about Jos or say bad things about his mother. I’m afraid it will affect him. Besides, I have treated Jos as my biological son since he was
young.”
“I know,” Ethan responded.
Ethan looked as if he was understanding, but he was just indifferent.
The two of them walked into the hall together.
There were not many people in the hall.
After all, not many people were qualified to attend a charity gala of this level organized by the Garner Group.
The people here were either outstanding businessmen or high-ranking officials. In short, the people attending this banquet might only be seen on television screens.
Even so, Ethan and Stella’s appearance still caused a commotion.
Tonight, they were the main characters.
Timothy had made it clear that this charity gala was held under his granddaughter, Stella’s name.
This was the first time Timothy was doing something of this scale for his grandchildren. Even Brandon had never received such an honor.
As soon as Ethan and Stella arrived, there was a round of applause.
Ethan brought Stella to the main banquet hall under everyone’s gaze and began socializing with the guests, starting from those with the higher status.
The two of them shuttled among the guests.
Ethan was wearing a black tuxedo. He usually wore ties instead of bow ties, but unexpectedly, his
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bow tie today accentuated his handsome facial features. Ethan was so attractive that people could not help but turn to look at him as he walked in.
Stella was wearing a gorgeous red gown.
Previously, everyone had seen Stella in a pink gown. Pink made her look generous and confident, but red made her look noble and passionate. It completely presented her identity as the protagonist today.
Tonight. Ethan was handsome, cold, and reserved, while Stella was beautiful, passionate, and generous.
The two figures complemented each other perfectly.
“Are you jealous?” Gideon asked Kylie as he looked at Ethan and Stella, who were socializing not far away.
“Not at all.” Kylie also looked in that direction. “I sincerely hope that things will work out well for them.”
“That’s not what I want.” Gideon smiled.
Gideon casually took a glass of water from the waiter and replaced the red wine in Kylie’s hand with it.
Kylie frowned.
“It’s better to drink water during your period, Gideon reminded her.
“How did you know?” Kylie stared at Gideon.
“Oh, I saw you take your sanitary pad to the restroom before you got on the plane this afternoon,” Gideon answered.
You’re really meticulous,” Kylie said sarcastically.
Gideon replied, “Thank you for the compliment.”
The two of them chatted casually.
Then, a familiar figure appeared in front of them.
Kylie looked up and saw Ethan and Stella before her.
Kylie and Ethan’s eyes met.
There were many mixed emotions in their eyes, but at the same time, there also seemed to be nothing.
The silence continued.
The silence was only broken when Stella took the initiative, “Gideon, it’s a pity that you beat me to it.”
“Is that so?” Gideon and Stella got along well in comparison.
“I told you I wanted to work with Kylie, but before I could find a chance, you guys forged a partnership. I’ve been sad for a long time,” Stella said, looking very sincere.
“Stella, don’t be too greedy. Mr. Hayden alone is enough to support many people and top companies. I’ve
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just started my business career. Don’t block my path, Gideon said in a seemingly joking tone.
In fact, Gideon was secretly mocking Stella’s family for being greedy.
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“Gideon, don’t say such things. We’re all family. I sincerely wish you and Kylie the very best as you work together. Ethan and I will raise a glass for you.” Stella held Ethan’s arm, and they looked very intimate.
As Stella spoke, she deliberately pulled Ethan’s arm as if she was acting coquettishly with hirn.
Kylie looked indifferent at how Ethan didn’t initiate anything but didn’t reject Stella either.
At this moment, Stella was asking Ethan to raise his glass, but he had no intention of drinking.
It was a little awkward.
Gideon tried to smooth things over. “Mr. Hayden, you may know that Miss Stafford hasn’t been well these few days so she can’t drink.”
Ethan glanced at Gideon.
shouldn’t
Gideon pretended not to notice and continued, “So let’s not have a toast. We’re all family, so you treat me like an outsider. You’re the main character tonight and have many people to entertain. Don’t be so polite with your family. We’ll take care of ourselves.”
Stella responded. “Since you said so, we’ll do as you say. Please make yourselves comfortable. Ethan and I will head over there.”
“Go ahead,” Gideon said.
Stella held Ethan’s hand and left.
Ethan’s eyes were fixed on Kylie.
Ethan looked at Kylie standing beside Gideon. She was casual, natural, and beautiful.
“Ethan.” Stella reminded him softly, “Our grandfathers are over there.”
Ethan’s Adam’s apple bobbed slightly, but he still left with Stella.
As soon as they left, Cideon said again, “What a pity.”
Kylie drank a gulp of water and replied casually, “What is?”
“Ethan didn’t take you with him,” Gideon said.
Kylie rolled her eyes without saying anything.
“I wanted to irritate Ethan tonight. I was hoping to wear down his patience so that he would drag you away impulsively and ruin his relationship with the Garner family. Meanwhile, I’ll just sit back and bear the fruits of this fallout.” Gideon said.
“You underestimate Ethan,” Kylie said bluntly.
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Gideon answered, “He’s indeed more determined than I thought
“You overestimated me too.” Kylie spoke in a matter-of-fact tone.
Kylie was just talking about it straightforwardly.
Gideon had overestimated how much Ethan cared about Kylie.
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“Miss Stafford, don’t belittle yourself.” Gideon smiled. “Look at Ethan’s fingers carefully. If he exerts more strength, he’ll fracture his hand.”
Kylie’s eyes flickered.
Kylie took a brief look before quickly looking away.
Ethan had made his own choices.
Life was the same for everyone, so there was no need to sympathize with anyone.
“It’s a little stuffy. I’m going out to get some fresh air.” Kylie put down the glass of water and turned around to leave.
“Wait,” Gideon called out to her. “The show is about to begin.”
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