In the corner of the banquet hall, Justin Leighton and Heidi Leighton looked grim.
Just now, Nina Sinclair had stolen the spotlight because of Joel Thatcher’s appearance, leaving both of them utterly embarrassed.
Thinking about her own disgrace earlier, Heidi Leighton’s eyes turned red.
She originally thought she could make a grand entrance here, but the result was quite the opposite. The more grand their entrance was, the more humiliating it became later on.
If not for the matters that followed, they would almost have no face to remain here.
Justin Leighton’s eyes darkened as he said, "Earlier, Old Master Lancaster mentioned announcing the alliance between our two families at the birthday banquet. Although that woman borrowed others to steal the spotlight just now, we are the legitimate ones. Once the news is announced, her status will be unjustified, and as the primary wife, you can handle her however you like without anyone protesting!"
Hearing Justin Leighton’s words, Heidi Leighton’s tightly furrowed brows finally relaxed.
That’s right, she was the legitimate wife.
This time, she was determined to crush Nina Sinclair completely!!
Justin Leighton said, "Alright, you should prepare yourself well. When the announcement about our two families is made, you must present yourself in the most perfect light before everyone. I’ll go talk to Elder Lancaster about it now."
Upon hearing this, Heidi Leighton nodded and said, "Alright, I’ll go touch up my makeup."
Inside the lounge, Old Master Lancaster was still very displeased with Nina Sinclair.
He hadn’t stopped Old Madam Lancaster from bringing Nina Sinclair, but what Nina had done earlier made him loathe her even more. She hadn’t shown him the least bit of respect.
Knock, knock, there was a sound at the door of the lounge, and Uncle Ming’s voice came from outside, "Master, Mr. Leighton wants to see you."
Old Master Lancaster put all his thoughts aside, "Let him in."
Justin Leighton walked in, "Elder Lancaster." ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ NovᴇlFɪre.ɴet
He sat down opposite Old Master Lancaster and then looked up at him, apologetically saying, "What happened earlier was because Heidi didn’t investigate thoroughly in time. I hope you won’t take it to heart."
Old Master Lancaster pursed his lips, "I’m not that petty."
Seeing that Old Master Lancaster didn’t mind the incident, Justin Leighton felt much more at ease.
His eyes shifted, and he tentatively asked, "Elder Lancaster, we previously agreed to announce the marriage between Julian Lancaster and Heidi at today’s birthday banquet. With what happened to Heidi earlier, it might be the best time to announce it next, to save some face. Do you think we should announce it right away?"
Reminded by Justin Leighton, Old Master Lancaster finally recalled the matter.
There had been quite a few unexpected events earlier, and Julian Lancaster had even disappeared from sight, probably because he got wind of something.
Humph! Did Julian Lancaster really think he could get away with this?
"Originally, the plan was to announce it after the birthday banquet, but given the circumstances, let’s go ahead and announce it now!" Concluding his statement, Old Master Lancaster turned to Uncle Ming, saying, "Uncle Ming! Go out immediately and announce to everyone about the marriage alliance between the Lancaster Group and the Leighton Family."
Uncle Ming’s eyes flickered, and he bowed his head, saying, "Yes, Master."
Hearing that Old Master Lancaster was going to announce this news publicly, Justin Leighton’s eyes flickered with delight.
Fortunately, Old Master Lancaster was still on their side. This time, there definitely wouldn’t be any more problems!
In the banquet hall, everyone was still chatting as Uncle Ming walked out with a microphone.
"Distinguished guests!"
His voice, transmitted through the microphone, echoed in every corner of the villa. Everyone engaged in conversation fell silent, looking at Uncle Ming, unsure of what he was going to do.
Uncle Ming cleared his throat and continued, "Taking advantage of today’s joyous occasion, I have an important announcement to make about our Young Master Quentin’s romantic direction."