Chapter 464: Chapter 464

Chapter 464:

Caught off guard, Rhys opened his eyes, wearing a look of mock distress.

“Ever since you came into my life, all I could think of is you.”

Realizing that Harlee found his exaggerated pout quite amusing, Rhys had started using this charm more frequently, and now, he was simply unstoppable.

Harlee couldn’t help but be swept off her feet. Yet, they were fortunate enough to be tucked away in a secluded corner at the back of the room, sharing their table only with Brixton.

Brixton, for his part, was dumbfounded. Were they completely oblivious to his presence? Seriously, did they need to flaunt their affection so boldly? Did they think he was invisible or something?

After enough teasing, Rhys finally relented and pulled out his phone, tapping into Harlee’s message thread with eyebrows arching in astonishment. It was information about Matteo!

“How did you manage to…?” His voice trailed off as Harlee gently pressed her slim index finger to his lips, silencing him with a whisper.

“Shh, consider it a present!”

Just then, the strains of the engagement march filled the room, and the banquet hall burst into light.

Brixton, wearing an expression of mock despair, glanced over at them.

“You do know I’m still here, right?” he quipped. Yet, Harlee and Rhys seemed oblivious to his comment, absorbed in their own world.

Meanwhile, on the main stage, Saul took a step forward, ready to address the gathering.

“And finally, I want to express my gratitude to all the wonderful guests here tonight to celebrate the engagement of my son, Wade, and the distinguished pianist, Angela. Now, let’s welcome this lovely couple to the stage.”

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As Saul concluded, the grand doors at the hall’s entrance swung open.

Angela, clad in a stunning gown, entered gracefully on Wade’s arm.

Her eyes flitted across the room, and as they met Harlee’s, a knowing smile played across her lips. The moment was nearly ripe. The real spectacle was about to unfold.

Rhys, catching the nuance in Angela’s expression, tightened his grip on Harlee’s hand with a hint of anxiety.

“That drug… You didn’t…”

Harlee offered him a comforting glance.

“Don’t worry.

Everything’s under control.” She chose to keep the details about Tonya’s expertise under wraps, merely stating, “I’ve taken the antidote,” and leaving it at that.

“Any side effects I should know about?” Rhys inquired, his voice laced with concern for her.

Shaking her head reassuringly, Harlee met Rhys’ gaze with a serene expression, and only then did Rhys allow himself to relax.

By this time, Wade had concluded his speech, and the ceremony of exchanging engagement rings was complete.

Angela gazed at the sparkling ring encircling her finger, a broad and contented smile spreading across her face. She had finally cemented her status as the wife of a wealthy heir.

Saul stepped back onto the stage, capturing everyone’s attention.

“Thank you all for your warm wishes for the delightful couple. Now, I’d like to take a moment to make an announcement.”

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