Riches in Disguise

Chapter 244

Chapter 244

Crystal said that she would handle the rest. Her use of the word "handle" made it clear that she also realized my appearance that day was bound to stir up trouble. But since we were already here, what was there to fear?

I stepped out of the car with her without hesitation.

When we got out, someone nearby shouted, "Crystal's here! Crystal and her boyfriend are here!"

Instantly, all eyes turned to us.

I took a deep breath, keeping my demeanor calm and composed, then walked confidently to Crystal's side and took her hand.

She froze for a moment, then turned to look at me. I gave her a reassuring smile. Since I had agreed to come, I wouldn't hold back. Holding hands was the least I could do as her alleged boyfriend.

She seemed surprised, but I could tell that she didn't mind.

"Crystal, this is..."

from head to toe,

suit. Even the few not in full suits were

headed to a cafe

looked like I wasn't taking this

was about to speak, but Emma suddenly interjected. "He's just Crystal's friend,

frantic glances, clearly urging her not to claim I was her

eyes went straight to our clasped hands. "A friend? Since when do friends

"Obviously, he's her boyfriend."

That's way too casual.

rules for big family gatherings like this. He's clearly from an ordinary

a sigh when I heard their

events like this were more about networking

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