Chapter 123 None Of Your Business
Illuminated by the lights, Julia stood there in a custom-made gown that fit her perfectly. The jasmine flowers that adorned the gown! were extremely lifelike and looked as if they had bloomed on it. Paired with her elegant makeup, she was the picture of refinement.
Over the years, Julia had made sure to take good care of her skin, and it showed. Her skin was far more supple than the skin of other people her age.
Charlie, who had not seen her in a long time, exclaimed when he laid eyes on her. “Julia, you look fantastic in that gown
He, too, liked jasmine flowers. As he drew closer, he could detect the faint fragrance of jasmine. He had to admit that it was mesmerizing.
The woman who stood next to Charlie was close to their age. Although she was also dressed elegantly. there was a distinct contrast as she stood next to Julia.
“Julia, that’s such a pretty gown you’re wearing! Is it made by a famous designer?” Linda smiled.
Linda Macall was Charlie’s mistress. Everyone in their circle knew about the Hadley family’s scandal, and they were aware of Charlie’s infidelity.
This time, he had even boldly brought his mistress to the wine party. Only Julia would have the grace to tolerate such a faux pas.
The outsiders thought it wise that Julia did not choose to divorce Charlie.
This meant no matter where Charlie brought Linda, the latter would always be regarded as a mistress.
Julia tilted her chin, and her eyes darkened as she said, “Shut up. You are not qualified to speak of such matters. Also, we’re not that close. I never permitted you to address me by name.”
Thoroughly humiliated at being publicly admonished Linda, whose eyes were red, replied aggrievedly, “I’m sorry, Mrs. Hadley.”
Charlie felt a headache forming. Whenever the two women encountered each other, Linda would always be the one who came out on the losing side.
In an attempt to help Linda out, he turned to Julia and said. “Can you tone down on the aggressiveness whenever we meet Whatever happened to your image as a refined lady from a prestigious tamily?” His tone was unfriendly, and it carried with it a hint of accusation
Inwardly, Linda gloated while she kept a pitiful expression on her face. “Charlie, I’m sure Mrs. Hadley didn’t do it on purpose Let’s not make a scene in public
julia felt her heart clench as a wave of anger surged within her Glaring at the off-putting and hypocritical expression Linda wore. Julia said coldly, Stop flaunting her in front of me if you don’t wish for me to admonish her As her anger continued to rise she continued in a frigid tone. “It I were actually uncouth. I would have torn into her countless unes before this. You know that she’s not someone who should have been brought here, but still you did that and behaved shamefully on purpose.”
“Why, you…” Charlie was furious. The slight admiration he had felt toward her a moment ago had vanished without a trace.
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Although Linda was frowning, she was secretly thrilled. It did not matter how elegantly and gorgeously Julia was dressed. In the end, Charlie still did not favor her. There’s no way Julia can beat me in this lifetime!
A heavy silence hung in the end, turning the atmosphere uncomfortably awkward.
Christina stared at the three of them. It was obvious that they did not like each other, but for the sake of appearances, they had to act cordially with each other. She could not comprehend such a feeling.
She turned around to look at Nathaniel’s reaction and saw that his cold and handsome face was completely expressionless. He looked as if he was used to such a scene.
Just then, a tall figure strode out from the crowd.
Clad in a dignified suit, the man looked to be around fifty years old. However, that did not diminish the elegance he exuded. He had a calm face that was tempered by time, and he gave off an a**ertive aura.
“Julia, you’re here!” the man said in a mellow voice. The three of them immediately turned their gazes toward him.
Julia was stunned. Her pupils contracted slightly as she turned to look at him. “Lawrence! When did you return from overseas?”
Smiling slightly, Lawrence Phelps walked toward her with a gla** of red wine in his hand. “I just got off the plane. I remembered that you were a member of Banues and thought I might run into you here.”
“You know I’ll always attend the party every year.” The confrontational energy from earlier had vanished, and Julia resumed her usual elegant demeanor.
“You look especially gorgeous today. Since it’s rare for us to meet, shall we have a chat?” Lawrence invited gallantly.
“Of course.” Smiling slightly, Julia nodded and left with Lawrence.
When Linda saw that Julia had gone off with another man, she sneered, “They seem to have a good relationship.” She turned around in puzzlement when she realized that her comment was met with silence. She saw a hint of anger color Charlie’s face. He looks as if he’s jealous.
Charlie knew better than anyone else how close Lawrence and Julia were.
They were childhood friends, and their families had even planned for their engagement at one point. If Charlie had not suddenly barged in, Julia might have married Lawrence.
Now that we’re estranged, Lawrence must be up to something!
Charlie suddenly felt a little upset.
Curiously, Christina turned and asked Nathaniel, “Who’s that unusually charming gentleman? He seems to have a good relationship with Mrs. Hadley.
Nathaniel frowned. “What do you mean by charming? He’s just an ordinary person.”
Christina was baffled. I guess for someone as handsome as Nathaniel, anyone else would seem like an ordinary person to him.
Nathaniel stared after his mother’s and Lawrence’s retreating figures and casually commented, “I’ve met him once or twice. He seems to be an old friend of my mother.”
Since Nathaniel had been young back then, he could not quite discern their relationship.
Due to Lawrence’s appearance at the party, Julia felt as if time had pa**ed very quickly. When it ended, Lawrence offered to send her back.
“There’s no need for you to send my wife back.” Out of nowhere, Charlie suddenly appeared and rejected the other man bluntly.
Lawrence’s eyes darkened imperceptibly. “You seem to be quite a busy man. The lady over there appears to be waiting for you.”
He was referring to Linda, whom he knew had wrecked Julia’s marriage. Hence, he wasn’t too fond of the other woman.
After witnessing their friendly banter earlier, Charlie was so jealous that his eyes were practically bulging out of their sockets.
How dare he cozy up to someone else’s wife like that. He must have bad intentions!
Charlie glared at the other man and said, “That’s none of your business. Please step aside.”
The other guests gathered to watch the show gleefully when they saw that an argument had ensued. Julia’s expression grew tense as she told the two of them to stop arguing.
“I don’t need either of you to send me home,” she said as she gazed somewhere into the distance. “Nathaniel will be sending me home.”
Nathaniel obliged. Soon, he, Christina, and Julia walked out of the reception hall.
With only Charlie and Lawrence left, everyone else dispersed.
Chapter 124 A Unique Design
