Chapter 357

Love Beyond Words I joined them, already feeling worn out. Lauren discreetly pinched me to keep me alert. She introduced me to the elegant gentleman, and though I couldn’t remember what she said, I kept up a standard smile.

Handshakes, small talk, and such were all a blur.

Ryan, on the other hand, was having a lively conversation with the man.

Lauren led me to the side and pinched me again to wake me from my daze. The sudden pain snapped me back to reality, and I turned to her.

“Chlo, stay focused. Stay calm until you understand the situation. There are many eyes on you at this event, so try not to make a scene. You have a lot on your plate. You got me into this, so give it a chance.”

Lauren’s words grounded me. I took a deep breath, wiped away my tears, and nodded.

She continued speaking softly, “No matter what your goal is, I’m here to support you. Why aren’t you making the most of me? You mentioned we’d work together, right? Let’s get started now.”

Lauren turned to the gentleman and said, “Sir, these two friends of mine are promising talents. You should consider supporting them in the future.”

The man smiled and told his companion, “Mr. Oliver, you’ve seen it. She’s got ideas now!”

Oliver Hansen, Lauren’s date, looked at her warmly and smiled, “As long as she’s happy!

Oliver was the head of all the bank presidents in Foswood and had been Lauren’s partner for many years.

He had been dedicated to her, although he had never divorced his wife to formalize his relationship with Lauren.

This was the reason I had always been skeptical of Lauren, and it was also the reason why the public had a negative opinion of her. She was flattered in Oliver’s presence, but as soon as she turned her back, people called her names like “home–wrecker.”

However, as I got to know Lauren better and discovered the elements at play, I couldn’t help but admire their relationship.

The root of this unorthodox relationship was Oliver’s wife, who had suffered a car accident, resulting in her paralysis from the neck down. Despite his influential position and authority, Oliver had personally.

attended to his wife’s needs for over a decade.

His wife, not wanting to burden him, had voluntarily suggested divorce. However, Oliver had firmly.

opposed it. She had even attempted suicide by overdosing to relieve him of the burden.

After her recovery, she proposed a condition to him–he should find a woman he likes, and she would not object. This way, she would give up her suicidal thoughts.

Oliver had introduced Lauren to his wife. She had taken Lauren’s hand, gently placed it in Oliver’s, and asked that Lauren look after him. She even made a public statement about it.

This unusual love story caused Lauren to endure all the criticism and insults. They went through breakups and reunions multiple times, but they couldn’t really part with each other. (1)

Lauren continued to be labeled the “mistress” and sometimes assisted Oliver in caring for his wife.

Oliver accommodated and treasured Lauren, trying to make amends for everything he owed her.

Who had the right to judge their situation? Even after several investigations by higher authorities, no one could definitively assess their emotional bond.

So, when Oliver brought Lauren to attend social events, no one could criticize them. From a certain perspective, their enduring love for each other was something I found admirable.

It was then that I realized the man Lauren had introduced me to was a powerful figure. I finally understood Lauren’s intentions in bringing me over.