My Dreamy Old Husband

Chapter 265

The lights came back on and the show just ended; everyone went back to where they were earlier. Sophia also walked out from Michael’s arms and returned to where she was moments before as the banquet continued. The engagement ceremony was only halfway through, yet all the guests were waiting to see how the Harpers would carry on this engagement ceremony.

At this moment, Xyla was at the verge of collapsing. The man who kneeled down and swore to her just now, had actually slept with so many other women…

Meanwhile, Richard kneeled before Xyla once again and kept on explaining, “You have to trust me, Xyla —all of these are just part of their plan! That man in those video clips isn’t me! Someone wants to frame me; I’ve always been by your side recently, don’t you know that?

Those videos are fake. They are all fake, Xyla! Don’t be fooled—I’d never do anything to hurt you! Technology is very advanced nowadays, and everything can be fake. You have to believe me! Kayla has already been put into prison by her. What should I do if you leave me? Xyla…”

Everything had come to this point and their engagement was no longer just a matter between them both. In fact, it was a matter between the two families. If they had chosen not to carry on with the ceremony, the reputation of both families would be ruined. Xyla had no choice in whether to trust him or not. She had to believe in Richard—the engagement ceremony must go on! She smiled as she wiped off the tears from her eyes, and looked at Richard like a pure and innocent child. “I believe you, Richard! There are people who want to stop us from being together! We must not let their plan prevail!”

“Xyla…” Richard was full of fluke. He swore that he would never hook up with any of those women again and never do anything to disappoint Xyla in the future, for she was someone who had trusted him. His little angel trusted him so much. What a lucky man he was! A man’s promise, however…

The engagement banquet then continued right when everyone had thought that the Harpers and the Huffs had been torn apart. Unexpectedly, it was only a while before the two main characters of today’s

engagement ceremony showed up while being well-dressed. NôvelDrama.Org holds © this.

Richard even took over the microphone outrageously to explain the situation onstage. “Something has just happened that’s made me very angry! It has been ascertained that it was the Harpers’ rival who had planned this incident. They had planned the disturbance caused by the ruffians and the video incident moments ago; the ruffians were actors recruited by them and the videos were also faked. I, Richard Harper, have never done anything to hurt my fiancée—everyone can certainly be a witness to that.”

Many female celebrities of Glory Entertainment had shown ridicule on their faces. Some of male guests, who were Richard’s business partners, were full of subtle appearances as well.

At this moment, Xyla took over the microphone and maintained a polite smile as she said, “I believe in my fiancé, and this is the man who will stay by my side for the rest of my life—I’ve always trusted him 100%. All the incidents that happened earlier were directed against both our families. Both our families will thoroughly investigate this matter!”

“Come on, let’s raise our glasses!”

The host families raised their glasses while being accompanied by the guests at the scene. The atmosphere had finally been smoothed over.

Soon enough, the performances had begun. Brilliant artists took the stage and the atmosphere began to gradually rise to its peak along with the singing and dancing. The newly-wedded couple proceeded to raise a toast to their guests by going around each table. Soon, they arrived at Sophia’s table, whereupon Xyla and Richard held their wine glasses toward her.

Xyla was a performing arts student. Therefore, she had hid her emotions well and made herself appear normal. On the other hand, Richard had a hideous and stiffened smile; the muscles on his face even

started twitching slightly, showing his inner fury.

Smiling elegantly, Xyla said, “A lot has happened throughout my engagement ceremony with Richard. Nonetheless, these are just small matters; the more some people don’t want to see us together, the more I want to be with him.”

Sophia pretended like she did not know Xyla was referring to her. “You’re right. It isn’t easy for the both of you to be together,” she said.

Xyla and Richard both toasted Sophia a glass of wine. Xyla had deliberately revealed her pigeon-egg- sized diamond ring; the bright lights in the venue reflected on it and shone into Sophia’s eyes. Xyla sneered inwardly but smiled calmly in front of her. “This is for you, Sophia.

Thank you for accompanying Richard through his hardest days. With your immense help those days, Richard was able to enter Bayside University successfully.” What she had actually meant was, ‘Thank you for your effort in helping him get admitted to Bayside University before getting dumped by him willingly!’ She knew that Sophia must be mad with jealousy at this moment!

Sophia then raised her glass with a calm expression on her face. She did not look at the pigeon-egg- sized diamond ring and maintained the polite smile on her face. “Happy taking over!” said Sophia.

The edges of Xyla’s lips twitched slightly, but she soon recovered composure. Richard’s face was sullen, but it seemed like he was ashamed as well. If Sophia was really involved in these incidents, she might have more tricks up her sleeves…

The three of them—who each had their own hidden intentions—drunk their glasses of wine. After putting down the wine glass, Xyla calmly held her own hand. She then said to Richard in a whiny manner, “Richard, this ring is too hefty.”

Richard’s face twisted malevolently as he forced out a hideous look. “This is the most unique ring in the world; it fits just right on you since you’re the most unique person as well.”

Xyla put on a shy face and said, “Ugh, you’re such a cheeseball, Richard!” As she whined, she kept waving the ring she had in her hand. Nonetheless, no matter how she swayed it, the ring would still be perfectly presented in front of everyone’s sight. Female guests from near and far could not cover up their looks filled with envy and hatred; it couldn’t be disguised!

On the other hand, Richard felt extremely proud, for this engagement ring symbolized the reputation of the Harpers! As for Xyla, she naturally felt even prouder. The Harpers had spent a lavish fortune to purchase this ring; it was enough to show that they valued this marriage.

Meanwhile, some peasants who had tried to mess everything up could only stare as everything had taken its place… She wanted to see how long Sophia could persist! She’s obviously extremely sorrowful and envious. However, she has no choice but to show a look of indifference. It must be suffocating for her! Xyla thought to herself.

Unexpectedly, Sophia parted her lips slightly and commented, “Not bad. This ring does scream ‘mistress’; I think it suits you well!”

Xyla’s entire body trembled for a bit, and bursts of sparks were shooting out from her eyes. No, she’s just putting on an act! The wedding ring on Xyla’s hand had become her greatest motivation and support.

She vigorously showed her ring off and said, “This ring was designed and custom-made by a well-known designer. It’ll suit any outfit and it’s worth over fifty million!”

A white, glistening light sparkled before everyone’s eyes. All of a sudden, an even more dazzling red light blinded the crowd, instantly overshadowing the faint white light. It turned out that Sophia had

reached out her hand to draw her hair together; the glistening light just so happened to come from her finger.

No one noticed when she had put on the diamond ring in her hand. The blood-red supreme gemstone exuded a mysterious luster. It was the same color as her lipstick, and the two looked dazzling as they complemented each other. Compared to the supreme diamond ring, Xyla’s engagement ring was suddenly inferior to it.

Meanwhile, someone else had recognized the ring and exclaimed, “It’s the representative piece of the collection from Ido, ‘the Eternal Love’!”