Chapter 857:

Joyce’s heart lurched in surprise. Steeling herself, she approached Daniela cautiously. “What’s so funny?”

Daniela simply continued eating her cherry tomatoes, offering no response.

“Listen, Daniela, whatever happens today has nothing to do with you. Stay out of it!”

Daniela responded casually, “I’m just here to enjoy myself. Carry on.” At Daniela’s words, Joyce’s nerves eased. She was certain Daniela wasn’t the type to lie. Yet, having Daniela see through her so easily was irritating.

Deciding it wasn’t worth arguing, Joyce shifted her focus, her gaze landing on Natalie.

Natalie wore a dress that exuded both elegance and grace, its hem rippling like a glistening stream beneath the lights. The moment Natalie stepped in, Joyce noticed Doug’s eyes locked onto her. Joyce scoffed, observing the scene with icy indifference.

subtly scanning the room. Only when Doug came near did a slight

confident it

Doug said, standing just within reach. Rather short, he positioned himself perfectly for Natalie to look down at his bald head. She, however, seemed unfazed, offering him a

watched from a shadowed

Mr. Fairburne,” Natalie said, her smile widening when she noticed Doug’s eyes linger on her

Natalie’s face, which resembled Daniela’s, stirring deep emotions within him. He clasped Natalie’s hand, to which she responded with a timid

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feelings for me, you must ask for my hand in marriage.” Overwhelmed by his

eyes on Doug, her tone firm. “You must not deceive me. I uphold a flawless reputation. If I commit fully to you and you trick me,

his head immediately. “How could I? I promise you, I’ll divorce Joyce immediately

Natalie’s eyes at his pledge, though she quickly masked it. “But will Joyce consent

I have signed an agreement. If we divorce, she gets nothing. She won’t receive a dime unless I pass away. Joyce will be left with

Natalie arched an eyebrow, and her smile subtly grew. Doug, though in his forties, was very conscious of his health. He wasn’t

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