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Chapter 17 Pretentious Woman

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 Upon hearing Isabe’s string ofints, Alexander noticed that Christopher had stopped in his tracks. He looked like he had seen a ghost. Alexander immediately understood what was going on.

 Before Christopher could speak, Alexander intervened, “Chris, stay here and help me entertain the guests?

 Alexander’s tone was heavy. Although it was not quite amand, it instinctively drew attention away from the previous topic.

 “Let me assist Bianca inside first, she’s having trouble moving. Before Christopher could finish, the disruptive voice surfaced again.

 Is he stupid? She has her parents and sister right there! It’s not his turn to lend her a hand. Even if he is her boyfriend, there’s no need for him to keep insisting. Not to mention how quokward their rtionship status is right now. Alerander is clearly trying to remind him that his actions are inappropriate. Is he so in love that he can’t understand it? It must be. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have attacked Luna blindly just now.

 Christopher was stunned by the torrent of insults hurled at him. Instantly, embarrassment and anger welled up within him. He quickly turned to Isabe and yelled angrily, “You…”

 “Huh?” Isabe was puzzled.

 Isabe thought Christopher was trying to greet her although his tone didn’t sound too pleasant.

 However, based on Isabe’s memory, she indeed didn’t get along with the hot–tempered Christopher.

 Since young, Christopher had always admired Alexander. However, due to the Alexander’s marriage. Christopher harbored strong resentment toward Isabe, who was of a simr age. Despite both working in the entertainment industry, Christopher had no intention of supporting Isabe in any way. He even refused to address her as his sister–inw in public or private.

 However, Christopher had never directly confronted Isabe out of respect for his brother.

 Christopher hadn’t expected that Isabe would actually dare to think of him like that,

 “Chris?” Bianca whispered, puzzled by his sudden halt. Since she couldn’t tell that Christopher was ring at Isabe from her point of view, she assumed that he was looking at Luna, who was standing next to Isabe.

 Bianca instantly felt aggrieved. Biting her lower lip, she gently shoved Christopher away and said, “Chris, you should apany Luna. I’ll be fine on my own.”

 Luna had kept her mouth shut, but upon hearing that, she couldn’t help pointing out, “Mr. Alexander was the one who asked Mr. Christopher to stay and help him entertain the guests. Why am I being dragged into this?”

 Bianca was momentarily stunned. Her eyes widened in shock as she looked at Luna. Then, her eyes welled up

 with tears as if she was overwhelmed with injustice.

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 “What kind of attitude is this? You really enjoy picking on your sister, don’t you? We shouldn’t have brought you along!” Henry and Marjorie defended Bianca instantly,

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 Meanwhile, oblivious to Bianca’s tearful expression, Christopher turned his head and mer Lama’s cold

 Watamente. Did she just refer to me as Mr. Christopher? dn she always call me Christopher

 A peculiar feeling of difort inexplicably arose within Christopher, only to be interrupted by a certain

 stand this any longer. I may not know Lasery well but this init

 “Earlier, my husband only requested for Christopher to stay. He didn’t mention Luna. Is there any particr reason you brought that up!“.

 Tabe’s tone was not usatory, but rather one of genuine curiosity and a desire to understand, which uften proved to be an effective approach

 When Isabe posed the question, everyone present fell silent. A strange and cerie atmosphere settled over the party, and many people began to see the simation in a new light.

 Yeah, where did that suddenlye from?

 It was one thing to have Christopher stay behind to entertain the quests, but surely they couldn’t expect Lunarto do the same. Yet somehow, in Bianca’s version of events, it had turned into Christopher keeping Company with Luma. How did that happen?

 Henry and Marjorie were quick toe to Bianca’s defense because they instinctively felt that babe bor ill will toward Bunca

 They were ready to refute Isabe when Alexander unexpectedly interjected. “Perhaps there has been a misunderstanding. I did indeed only mention my brother.

 Then, he nced at Isabe, who looked like she was diger to start an argument. He was pleased by how she had ined the term husband other than ex–husband.

 Their unspoken understanding left Banca flushing with embarrassment and momentarily speechless She cuald only look at Christopher with a helpless and innocent expression.

 sho dumbfounded.

 Christopher was aho du

 “Moreover, your sister was merely correcting your statement earlier. Why are you acting

 It’s not as if you’ve been wronged. Having your faber scold your sister publicly pus–n in a diffi sition. As hosta, in there any conflict we can help resolver” Isabe said as she quep her gaze from

 to the Cowells.

 ia, who had always had an easy aid.

 She froze and said nothing

 seemed to have taken an unexpected stumble.

 The Cowells were left dumbfounded as well as they wer mahle toprehend how things had taken

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 The very next moment, Isabe smiled warmly at Bianca and spoke to her friendly “By the way, there was something off about what you just said. What do you mean by letting Christopher apany Luna, ared saying that you can handle on your own? You shouldn’t say such things”

 The people around were taken aback. Did babe’s words imply that she was acknowledging that Christopher and Bianca were a couple on behalf of the Quirk family? Was he advising Bianca to stop belittling herself?

 In that instant, Bianca had forgotten about their recent conflict. Her eyes were filled with a certain anticipation as she looked at Isabe

 Immediately, Isabe carnestly advised, “Your parents are right here, alive and well. How can you overlook them? If all else fails, your sister is here too! They will never leave on your own!”

 On my own… That’s not toliar I meant.

 The expressions of the onlookers shifted again.

 Eventually, someone in the crowd couldn’t help but voire out, “Isn’t she just being pretentious?”

 “… I’m not!” Bianca finally lost herposure, her eyes brimming with tears. Just as she was about to say something, Isabe patted her on the shoulder, stopping her from crying.

 Isabeforted, “It’s good that you’ve realized you’re notpletely on your

 Bianca’s face instantly turned red.

 own here.”

 Haha! This pretentious woman is too naive. Her wordsck sp much logic that it makes it easy for others to spot her ws. Maybe it’s because everyone around her spoils her too much, leading her to believe that she can get away with anything. But sorry, darling, I am an expert when ites to dealing with pretentious people!

 Christopher looked around him in shock. What on earth had just happened?

 Isabe did as she pleased, knowing fully well that Alexander would handle the situation afterward.

 Just as Bianca was about to put on a tearful performance to salvage the situation, Alexander abruptly ended the confrontation with a polite gesture of invitation.

 Despite feeling a mix of confusion and anger, the Cowells suppressed their feelings and reluctantly led. Bianca into the hall.

 Trailing behind them, Luna nced back at Isabe and the others before leaving her eyes reflecting a trace of bewildered emotion.

 It seemed like she was encountering such a situation for the first time and didn’t know how to react.

 Once everyone had left, Christopher finally asked, “What were you all doing just now? Bianca is so innocent. She surely didn’t do it on purpose. She just misspoke. Why did you have to embarrass her like that

 In Christopher’s perspective, he and Bianca were star–crossed lovers obstructed by his existing engagement with Luna Bianca’s asional insecurity and mistakes were understandable.

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 “Are you saying that Lura deserves to be humilitated when she didn’t do anything“” Isabe asked in a

 curious tone

 Christopher was momentarily stumped. “Luna often makes Bianca cry. One moment of embarrassment for her is no big deal!” he defended

 Isabe looked at Christopher in surprise, then quick turned to nce at Alexander

 Is he really Alexander’s biological brother!

 Alexander couldnt help but feel a bit annoyed when he heard Isabe’s inner thoughts because Christopher was indeed his younger brother.

 Alexander looked at Christopher with dissatisfacon Cnrik our parents had always taught us to focus on the issue and not be biased toward the person involve Top

 may have your biases but you should understand the importance of being objective”

 Despite being in his twenties, Christopher couldn’t help but finch when Alexander reprimanded him. He obediently listened, though his eyes showed indignande

 Is he really that clueless, or does the Quirks have a thing for retentious women 4 jest team shed and effor

 Did he get all his acting awards because the Quirts paid for them! How can be not see that the anting

 Hey, you Christopher could no longer hold back

 Oh no, he’s so smitten with that pretentious women her he ends up marrying her! I bet the Quirano tur into a constant drama scene. I’m not afraid bat it’s going to be incredibly annoying Idrather not he chester inw. Maybe I should find a way to get mander to drone me sooner

 Christopher was left speechless by what he had heard He stared at his brother in astonishment

 This woman, who had stubbornly insisted on manying my grother, is actually thinking about divorce? Hold on exactly have I heard!

 Alexander’s mouth twitched. Clearing his throat, he interrupted Isabes wild thoughts and said. “Leave the guests to me and Chris. You can go in

 Isabe immediately nodded in agreement

 Awesome! Time for me to go in and enjoy the shor

 As Christopher watched Isabe retreating cheerfully he pressed his trembling Angers against his temples and nced at Alexander with a questioning look in his eyes.

 Alexander didn’t beat around the bush. He took advantage of the moment when no customers were present to disclose Isabe’s situation.

 Christopher froze for quite a while before he finally said. “Should we get a psychologist for our entire family? No, we should probably call in a priest.”

 Alexander stemnly dismissed Christopher’s idea

 Pouting, Christopher curiously asked. “So, she really knows everything?”

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 Alexander replied. “She can find out everything she wants to know for now.”

 “Ha. Is she the most formidable paparazzo in the entertainment industry? Christopher remained skeptical.

 Alexander’s gaze flickered as he changed the topic. “Are you nning to amend your betrothal today?”

 Christopher hesitated for a moment before responding. “Yes, but don’t worry. I won’t ruin my little nephew’s wee party. I’ve spoken to the Cowells and asked them to stay after the party ends so that our two families can discuss it privately”

 Alexander nodded in agreement.

 “No one is going to object, right?” Christopher asked cautiously.

 “Are you certain that its Bianca you want, not Luna?” Alexander asked.

 The memory of Luna’s gaze shed through Christopher’s mind, causing a pang of difort within him. However, he said. “Of course, Bianca is too delicate. She needs my protection. On the other hand. Luna is jealous of nca and treats her poorly. I donlike her behavior.”

 Spire his words, he couldn’t shake the uneasy feeling when he noticed theck of reaction on

 Christopher continued. “You have no idea how much Bianca has suffered because of their identical faces

 Alexander interrupted directly. “You’re responsible for your own life. The decision is yours

 Taken aback. Christopher let out a somewhat defiant grunt before turning away.

 Through the floor–to–ceiling ss of the reception hall he saw Luna, who was in a ck dress, standing alone in a corner amidst the lively crowd Looking down at the wine ss in her hand, she appeared to be lost in thought

 Suddenly, she looked up and stared out of the window

 Instinctively. Christopher averted his gaze.

 Even though the annulment of their engagement was imminent, why was his heart inexplicably pounding?

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