Chapter 27 No Right To Speak On My Behalf
Everyone turned their heads at once. That was when she saw him–a strikingly handsome man who had slipped in unnoticed His presence, his demeanor, his very aura were overwhelming.
Before she could react, someone recognized him and gasped, “It’s Scott!”
“Which Scott!”
“How many Scotts do you think exist in Yhuwell?”
Wait you mean that Scott from the Sterling family? How did he get here? Hold on, what did he just say?”
A murmur rippled through the banquet hall.
Finished
Scott showing up at an event like this was practically unheard of. The Stahl family simply didn’t have enough influence to persuade him to attend. Yet, there he was. And not just present–but stepping forward to claim something shocking
Everyone subtly held their breath.
he was the one tiho saved Jemima? Did he come specifically for her? Is Jemima just naturally blessed with the ability to attract the attention of the elites?
The expressions on the faces of both the Stahl and Goodwin families were indescribably complex.
Julius eyes darkened as he watched Scott approach. His entire demeanor was filled with hostility. It was a man’s instinct when faced with a rival
Nadine, who had never met Scott in person, did know of the Sterling family. And that was enough to tell her exactly what kind of man stood before her. Her nails dug into her palms as jealousy consumed her.
How? How did Jemima manage to latch onto another man so quickly? The sheer injustice of it was practically ripping her apart.
“Mr. Sterling.” Jemima was momentarily at a loss.
Scott’s tone was casual, as if he had merely wandered in by chance. “I happened to be eating nearby and noticed a bit of a commotion, so I thought I’d drop by.”
One hand slipped effortlessly into his pocket as his sharp gaze swept across the room. There was something about his relaxed composure that made the entire hall feel suffocating. He then turned his head slightly, his gaze dropping to meet Jemima’s His voice, though gentle, carried undeniable weight.
“I heard someone questioning your integrity. I spoke up on impulse, without asking for your permission. I hope I didn’t cause you any trouble.”
Jemima forced down the shock in her chest. “I should be the one apologizing for troubling you, Mr. Sterling.”
“Do you need me to clarify the situation?”
“Yes, please.”
She took a deep breath. Now that he was already here, saying no would have been ungrateful
The high–society ladies in the audience were absolutely captivated. A man with such devastatingly good looks, combined with his elegance and composed manner, was nothing short of intoxicating. The way he lowered his gaze and spoke in a hushed tone–it was enough to make their hearts race.
Scott turned his attention back to the crowd. “Last night, I was the one who saved Ms. Willis.”
His voice was steady, each word deliberate. “I was at that hotel on business, discussing a deal with a client. As I was leaving. I saw Ms. Willis in the hallway–she looked disoriented. The person supporting her seemed suspicious, so I had the hotel conduct an investigation. After confirming my suspicions, I returned with the hotel staff to intervene. Thankfully, we arrived just in time, and she wasn’t harmed.”
His statement was detailed, leaving no room for doubt. Yet, he had also chosen his words carefully, avoiding anything that
Chapter 27 No Right To Speak On My Behalf
twisting the story against her.
Jemima quietly marveled at his foresight. But a man this meticulous wouldn’t have just stumbled into this situation.
Why did he come? Could it be that my predicament moved him?
Finished
She found herself staring at him, lost in thought. And Julius–standing just a few feet away–caught every single one of her lingering glances
His fingers curled into fists
Neither the Stahl nor the Goodwin families made a move. Nadine, desperate to object, tried to speak–only for Ivana to clamp a hand over her mouth
The audience, on the other hand, had already made their judgment.
Scott, the son of the Sterling family, had personally stepped forward to vouch for Jemima. That alone spoke volumes,
Even if the accusations against her had been true, even if the evidence had been irrefutable, no one would dare challenge Scott’s word. Because questioning him would be the same as slapping the Sterling family in the face.
til, his mere presence alone confirmed that nothing had happened to Jemima. After all, no matter how beautiful a woman
if she had truly been tainted, the son of the Sterling family wouldn’t have stepped forward to defend her.
“Thank you for saving my wife. Julius suddenly moved, wrapping an arm possessively around Jemima’s shoulders as if reclaiming her in front of everyone.
But before Scott could say a word, Jernima’s expression turned to ice. She shrugged his hand off without hesitation. “Mr. Stahl,” she said coldly, “you have no right to thank him on my behalf. And just so you know–I wasn’t joking about the divorce. You already signed the agreement, and the cooling–off period ends tomorrow at noon.”
Her words were like a bomb, detonating directly in Julius‘ mind. His chest tightened, his breath unsteady. “You’re really going to divorce me?”
He didn’t believe it
She loved him too much. She wouldn’t leave him. She was just mad. Just trying to get back at him.
But when he looked into her eyes, there was nothing there no warmth and certainly no hesitation, Just the unyielding cold of a woman who had completely let go.
Jemima glanced at the time. “The police will be here soon. Instead of worrying about the divorce, you should focus on you Nadie–Bear and your mother. Oh, and just so you know–she let it slip last night that you were involved in this too.”
