Gossip Girl Reborn by Darlene Nunez

Chapter 272 Claim Of Ownership

"Tak, tsk. tsk. Poor thing." Isabella complained.

When the others heard her, they had no idea she was actually talking about Damien.

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"Right? I feel sorry that Deborah is destined to marry such a man. I really wish I could wreck their engagement party," Elaine chimed in boldly. "Maybe 1 should arrange for a few handsome men to lure Deborah away just to prevent her from being picked up by this piece of trash,"

"I don't think Deborah would pay any attention to you, Roland stated.

Elaine scoffed. "She told me that she and Oliver are just a couple in name only. They're even planning on having kids through IVF

"You're right. Deborah's a bit of a clean freak," Ines remarked.

This was the first time Isabella had heard of this, and she immediately she felt much better inside. Otherwise, she would have always felt Deborah was just a good girl who had been ruined by something

vile.

Warching the two carry on with their engagement ceremony and exchanging rings was still utterly nauseating.

Finally, Oliver picked up the microphone.

"I'm thrilled to be engaged to Deborah and believe that we're well on our way to a happy, forever marriage."

Isabella: He sure has a way with words! I'd assumed he'd continue to act recklessly and embarrass himself in such a

situation.

Then, Oliver looked deeply into Deborah's eyes and announced, "Deborah, from this moment on, you are officially my fiancée."

After he finished speaking, he pulled the woman into a hug.

Deborah paused, finding the statement rather odd. It felt as though there was an unnecessary emphasis on ownership, which made her uncomfortable. She had assumed that Oliver also understood that their relationship was purely professional. Still, she kept the show going and cooperated very well.

Isabella was speechless as she watched the scene. Suddenly, Alexander, who was beside her, turned to Elaine. "Elaine, can I borrow your sunglasses?" Elaine's sunglasses were so huge that they covered half of her face. They were a part of her look today, so she didn't take them off when she came in. Hearing Alexander's sudden serious request for her sunglasses, she didn't give it much thought and simply handed then over.

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are reporters here" Alexander explained,

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afraid of being photographed. There had been reporters at events she attended in the past, but these individuals were always credentialed and wouldn't take inappropriate pictures. However, there had not been any sightings of such reporters

used to fabricate stories and manipulate public sentiment. To prevent this, Danielle had advised Isabella to cover" her face when

On the other hand, Alexander was even more perceptive despite not being

are they?" she asked with

How could the Winters family do this?

the small group

It must have been Oliver. People are secretly filming at the table where his business partners are seated." Everyone looked over. Sure enough, they saw several people sneakily holding various equipment in their arms, clearly taking

he getting people to film him secretly?" Aiden was

contacted Damien on the phone

situation.

the toast. Upon

Lydia summoned Oliver and began to question

own engagement party? You may think of my company as nothing. but I've put all

rebellious demeanor, Lydia felt a sense of helplessness. She couldn't understand why she could guide other people's children effectively, yet her own child was a complete

tatile to

threats like these, but Damien would pretend not to hear them, knowing full well

day, so don't stir up any trouble. If you insist on filming, I have only one request-do not take pictures and videos of the guests." Oliver shrugged nonchalantly. It appeared he had never intended to include the guests

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she asked Damien to leave first, indicating that she wanted to have a private

and I can somewhat understand how you feel," she began. "But you must remember that we are mother and

but Oliver's expression turned glum anyway. "So, I'm just not as good as him in your eyes,

family and her husband taking a seat back as if he were invisible, he never seemed to be uncomfortable with such an arrangement. Everyone had their own strengths, after all, so why the need for competition? They were

bad deal, right?" Lydia expressed gently, not wanting any discord. especially now that her son was about to get married. Immediately, Oliver struggled to maintain his composure. "So, they really are going to announce him as the