Chapter 1753

However, Freddy was a man of dignity and didn't want to argue with Landon right then and there.

He noted this incident in his mind and vowed to make Landon pay for it.

"Lauren, let's go," Landon said, gripping Lauren's tense shoulders before leading her away.

"Lauren!" Freddy called out to Lauren's retreating figure with a smile. "I've just returned from

Yoarkley not long ago. I'm planning a class reunion in a few days. Will you be able to attend?"

Lauren closed her eyes tightly and took a few deep breaths, trying hard to expel those unbearable

memories from her mind.

Landon's hand on her shoulder tensed visibly, and he glared coldly at Freddy. "Birds of a feather

flock together. My wife belongs to a higher circle. None of you deserve her attention.”

Zoe and Freddy stood frozen in place with the same ugly expression on their faces.

Alyssa and Jasper's appearance instantly became the center of attention. They didn't set out to steal

the spotlight, but their sheer magnetism and presence commanded attention effortlessly.

Men were admiring Alyssa, and women were eyeing Jasper. Such outstanding individuals appearing

together in public were like two luminaries, captivating everyone's gazes.

"Lyse, Xavier just messaged me, saying that a group of reporters has entered Schmidt Manor,"

Jasper whispered. His voice was low and pleasant.

"They can enter Schmidt Manor? Then it's not our people.” Frowning, Alyssa swayed a champagne

glass.

"Do you want to find out who they work for?" His gaze subtly changed.

"No need. The more reporters, the better. Isn't this exactly what we wanted to see?" Alyssa squinted

her eyes and elegantly sipped her champagne, leaving a faint lipstick mark on the rim of the glass.

At that moment, Landon and Lauren entered everyone's sight, their fingers tightly intertwined.

Some guests who were familiar with Harper Group greeted Landon, "Mr. Landon, your girlfriend is

truly beautiful.”

"This is my wife."

Landon’s gaze was tender and affectionate. Ignoring the surrounding gazes, he held Lauren's hand

and kissed her fingertips. "In my eyes, she's the most beautiful woman."

Countless praises and admirations surrounded them.

Normally, with Landon by her side, Lauren would feel extremely safe. But at this moment, all she

could see in her mind were Zoe's and Freddy's faces; all she could hear was their piercing laughter.

Her face turned pale, and she felt her blood turn cold bit by bit.

Although deeply disgusted by these unwelcome guests, Victor had to treat them respectfully. After

all, one represented the Beckett family and the other the Taylor family. He couldn't provoke them.

Besides, outsiders were unaware of the intricacies. They might even think that the Schmidt family

was well respected.

"Mr. Victor, it's about time for the family photo,” the secretary reminded.

Victor frowned more deeply when he noticed Jameson had not yet appeared.

"Dad, Jimmy has no manners and is too full of himself. It's one thing that he sent an invitation to

Alyssa privately, but he's been absent all evening on such an important day. It's just me and Claire

here. Isn't this ridiculous?"

Josh seized the opportunity to criticize Jameson. He sneered. "Since taking office as president, he

seems to have gained a sense of security. He probably thinks you're not worth respecting anymore."

Just then, the doors of the hall swung open.