Chapter 801

Despite saying so, she was eager to see the breakdown of Lindsey moments later.

“Look at the time, I should go get ready.

We’ll catch up later.

”

With that, Carole softly tapped Lindsey’s hand and left with a cheerful expression.

Once Carole was gone, the other women threw Lindsey a scornful Look before they too dispersed.

Lindsey brushed off their disdain.

She knew they were worlds apart and unlikely to cross paths in the future.

Whatever they thought of her had nothing to do with her.

Carole made her way back to Jordan.

Jordan glanced at his watch and noticed it was already seven o’clock.

But Domenic was nowhere to be seen.

This made Jordan furrow his brow in concern and turn to the butler, whispering, “Where’s Domenic? Why isn’t he here for his own engagement ceremony? He has no sense of time at all! Try to contact him!”

The butler responded promptly and reached for his phone to call Domenic.

But the moment he dialed, he was informed that Domenic was unavailable.

Jordan’s concern deepened, accompanied by a growing sense of unease.

Carole’s hands involuntarily formed tight fists.

She pondered whether Domenic would make an appearance.

Surely he would, as defying his grandfather so openly seemed unlikely.

Besides, he was after his stake in the Walsh Group, so skipping out wasn’t an option for him.

Carole kept assuring herself.

Suddenly, the banquet hall’s door flew open: Hendrix had arrived.

Dressed in a suit, he locked eyes with Lindsey and offered her a smile as he strolled by.

Lindsey felt a wave of confusion; she recognized him but couldn’t place where she had seen him before.

With everyone staring in disbelief, Hendrix approached Jordan, gave a polite bow, and respectfully said, “It’s a pleasure to meet you, sir.

I’m Hendrix, Mr.

Domenic Walsh’s assistant.

Unfortunately, Mr.

Walsh can’t be here tonight due to urgent business.

He’s sent me to represent him at the engagement ceremony with Miss Larson.

We appreciate your understanding.

”

Jordan Walsh’s anger was so intense he nearly fainted.

He scanned the crowd in the banquet hall, fought to calm his rage, took his cell phone from the butler, and called Domenic once more.

Just as Jordan was about to end the call, Domenic answered.

With a dark look on his face, Jordan expressed with controlled anger, “Where the hell are you? The engagement ceremony is starting, and you’re not here.

You’ve sent your assistant instead? Are you trying to provoke me? Give me an explanation!”

After a brief silence, Domenic responded in a cool tone, “You’re worrying too much, Grandpa.

I’m not trying to upset you.

I had cleared my schedule for today, but an unexpected critical meeting came up and needed my presence.

We’re deeply committed to this project’s partner, and I can’t risk any mistakes.

It’s an emergency, and I really can’t be there.

Please try to understand.

”

Jordan’s frown deepened.

Ignoring the potential judgment of others, he yelled with intense anger, “I don’t care about your commitments elsewhere.

You need to be here for your engagement today! Tell me where you are.

Come now, or I’ll send someone to bring you here by force if necessary! Do you understand?!”

His anger sent a shiver through the crowd, Leaving the hall draped in silence.

All eyes turned towards Jordan, united in their intensity.

“I’m currently in Mubluosia.

If you think it’s worth the effort, feel free to send someone to fetch me.

However, even if I catch a flight this instant, it’ll take over ten hours to get back.

I won’t make it to the engagement party.

But this event is crucial for both you and Carole, so it shouldn’t be postponed.

I’ve chosen Hendrix to attend in my stead.

He’s a dependable and trusted man who has represented me at many significant events before.

Having him there is akin to having me present.

”

Jordan was extremely frustrated with Domenic’s odd justification.

“That’s ridiculous! How could sending an assistant be the same? He’s just an assistant and can’t take your place at your own engagement party.

Do you realize how many people are here expecting to see you, only to witness you creating such a debacle? An engagement is a serious commitment, not some casual affair! Are you attempting to make a fool of me by playing such tricks? I’ve invited numerous influential business figures tonight, and do you think it’s appropriate for them to witness this? Do you even understand the gravity of your actions?”

The crowd was abuzz with whispers and disbelief.

“Isn’t it absurd? The CEO of Vitality Group is the one getting engaged, yet he sends an assistant in his stead and doesn’t bother to appear.

Does he not value his own engagement?”