Game Over No Second Chances

Chapter 263

Hugh's casual remark, paired with his intimate yet familiar touch, instantly silenced the entire venue.

"Wife?" A sharp, disbelieving cry pierced through the air.

Then, the ballroom erupted in hushed murmurs.

"Mr. Larson is already married?"

"But we never saw a wedding! Did he just apply for the marriage certificate without holding a ceremony?"

"No wonder the Larson family hinted at a big announcement tonight-turns out they were preparing everyone in advance. Mr. Larson is already taken!"

"Is this really the same cold and distant Mr. Larson? Why does he look so gentle when he looks at Ms. Jansen?"

Amidst the commotion, Hugh tightened his hold on Serena, his icy smirk directed straight at Zach. "Since when was my wife any of your concern?"

His voice was leisurely, but every word struck like a hammer.

"Besides, tonight is an important occasion. Tell me, who else but Serena is worthy of standing by my side?"

Zach stood frozen, as if his legs had turned to lead. His mind reeled.

Larson once told him she didn't mind if Hugh had

said before...

turning his head slightly, he saw countless questioning gazes locked onto him, as if trying

humiliation. He looked like

to escape Hugh's embrace. As per their agreement, she would play the role of a proper companion,

gaze remained calm as she

congratulate you as you've finally seen the

that, she turned away, intertwining her fingers with

knowing glance. Together, they walked to

rooted in place, watching as

a fleeting moment,

to the Foster family Back then, Serena had worn a similandress, running toward him

his ocean

...

She had watched helplessly, as Serena stole

become nothing more than background music-a ceremonial overture

she was nothing but a

moment, her

shot up from his seat, rushing over to check if her fingers were hurt. Yet, despite the broken string, the

pain. But her heart

Wendy awoke