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.

the man immediately helped Isabella put

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are reporters here" Alexander explained, clearly

Isabella by

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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 today, so she had assumed that the Winters family didn't engage

case, any photos taken would be considered unauthorized and could easily be used to fabricate stories and manipulate public sentiment. To prevent this, Danielle had advised Isabella to cover" her face when encountering such situations, as

paparazzi. On the other hand, Alexander was even more

asked with the

the Winters family do this? They never

the small group

where his business partners are seated." Everyone looked over. Sure enough, they

earth is Oliver up to? Why is he getting people to

Damien on the phone and informed him

situation.

ceremony had concluded, and everyone partook in the toast. Upon receiving the message, Damien

Oliver and began to question

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

her son's 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

you do is tatile to my mom. Just you

to hear them, knowing full

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.

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she asked Damien to leave first, indicating that she wanted to have a private word. with Oliver. Yet, Oliver appeared

you feel," she began. "But you must remember that we are mother and son. It's impossible for me to favor Damien over you, but I've spent more effort on him is because be indeed has talent, which makes him capable of shouldering the responsibilities of

herself impartial and professional, but Oliver's expression turned glum anyway. "So, I'm just not as good as

the decision maker of her 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 such

discord. especially now that

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