Book 2 : She Becomes Glamorous After the Engagement

Chapter 24

Chapter 682: Birthday Party! pt.2

Time passed slowly. Soon, the sky turned dark, but the Hunt Manor was brightly lit. All kinds of luxury cars were gathered. When they arrived at the Hunts’ territory, everyone listened to the security guards obediently and parked their cars in the parking lot.

Only a manor as big as the Hunt's and Smith's could hold so many cars!

Everyone was dressed very well. They were all in luxurious dresses and suits. They entered the hall with smiles.

Those who were invited by the Hunt's to their children’s birthday party were all famous figures in New York. For a moment, the hall was filled with people’s greetings.

Other families might need to have their masters receive guests at the door when they held a banquet, but the Hunt's only sent a member of the side family to guard the place. Justin did not appear in the hall at all.

However, the guests did not feel neglected. Instead, they entered the hall humbly.

The men gathered to discuss the current economic trends.

The women gathered together and gossiped in secret.

“The lounge upstairs is where Mr. Hunt is, right? I heard that up until now, no guest has been invited upstairs by him.”

Everyone wanted to get to know Justin. On such occasions, he would also invite a few people upstairs for a chat. Some were businessmen, and some were new CEO's.

However, up until now, no one had been invited upstairs.

“Yes, I wonder who could be invited upstairs.”

“So what even if someone gets invited upstairs? What’s rarer is for Mr. Hunt to come downstairs to personally welcome someone, right? He’s so proud and aloof. It seems like he has never welcomed a guest at the door before.”

“You’re thinking too much. Who has the face to make Mr. Hunt come downstairs?!”

As the few of them were chatting, they suddenly realized that the door to the lounge upstairs had suddenly opened. Justin rushed down and straightened his clothes as he walked.

Everyone below fell silent at that moment.

Everyone turned to look at him and saw him go downstairs with hurried footsteps. He was tall and had long legs. He went out the door in just three steps.

Everyone: “?”

“Who’s here?”

Everyone looked at the door curiously and saw Justin respectfully supporting Ian as he walked in. He stood beside Ian and lowered his head slightly in a respectful manner.

Joel followed beside the two of them with a smile. Beside him was Tanya holding Mia’s hand.

As soon as they entered, everyone in the living room came to a sudden realization.

That’s right, the Smith family was the only family in the country who could compete with the Hunt's.

In the past, Justin would not lower his head in front of the Smith's because he was powerful and did not fear them. But now… he was their son-in-law!

Through Justin’s respectful attitude toward Ian, and the way he completely placed himself as a junior to receive him, everyone understood.

It seemed like Mr. Hunt was very happy with Miss Smith!

It made sense!

Miss Smith had given birth to two children for Justin!

Everyone was thinking about this question in their hearts when they saw the butler supporting Mrs. Hunt and walking toward Ian and the others. As soon as she walked over, she smiled and said, “Ian, you’re here!”

Ian frowned.

Justin and Nora were already engaged. Furthermore, under such circumstances, he could not throw a tantrum and refuse to acknowledge this son-in-law.

Therefore, Ian nodded. “Mrs. Hunt, how are you feeling today?”

Mrs. Hunt sighed and said heavily, “Not very good. I worry about my family every night!”

Ian: “?”

Before he could ask anything, Mrs. Hunt said, “It’s our Justin who has let the Smith's down regarding Xander. However, Xander is also a child of Justin. He’s his biological son, so I can’t just give him up. Sigh, Ian, I’ll apologize to you here! I hope the Smith's can let bygones be bygones. We’ll still be good in-laws in the future!”

As soon as she said this, the surrounding people instantly began to discuss softly.

“No wonder Mr. Hunt is so polite to the Smith's. So he did something wrong.”

“It seems like the matter of the illegitimate child is true, but Mrs. Hunt is really muddle-headed to mention this in front of so many people!”

“That’s right. If the Smith's forgave Mr. Hunt, it would make the Smiths lose face. It’s as if the Smith's are one level lower than the Hunt's. But if they don’t forgive them, are they going to argue on the spot? Mrs. Hunt is being more and more confusing!”

However, some people’s eyes lit up and they sneered. “What are you talking about? Mrs. Hunt is openly suppressing her granddaughter-in-law!”

This sentence made everyone around shut their mouths and look over.

The battle between Mrs. Hunt and Miss Smith began now!

Ian stared at Mrs. Hunt with coldness in his eyes.

How could he not know about the most heated discussion in New York?

At home, he had asked Nora if she wanted to clarify things. In the end, Nora said that the truth was not like what was being said outside. As for the details, they would be revealed today.

Therefore, Ian suppressed the anger in his heart and nodded at Mrs. Hunt before going upstairs.

It was his grandchildren’s birthday today. He did not want to argue here to avoid making a fool of himself!

If he did not speak, she would take it that he had given in.

However, looking at him like this, Mrs. Hunt raised her nose and said, “Ian, you’re forgiving Justin, right? I knew it. Miss Smith is a good child, and you two are reasonable people. Besides, Miss Smith and Justin already have two children. Even if it’s just for the children, she has to bear with it.”

These words made even more people frown.

They felt that something was wrong. Why did she have to endure it for the sake of the children?

Did the old lady want to use the children to extort Nora?

“It’s like saying that since you got pregnant before marriage, you can only marry our Hunt's?

Everyone looked at Ian.

Ian slowly frowned. “Mrs. Hunt, what do you mean?”

Mrs. Hunt continued to pretend to be ignorant. “What I mean is, for the sake of Cherry and Pete, the Smith's shouldn’t fuss about it with our family! Look, you’re here for their birthday party today. Doesn’t this mean that you won’t fuss about it anymore?”

Ian: “!”

There was no change in his expression, but he was furious deep down.

His daughter had not married into the family yet, but she was already being looked down on.

This was too much!

He was about to speak when Mrs. Hunt continued, “From now on, we’re all family. I have to treat Xander better. He’s so pitiful. Without his mother by his side, I can’t treat him unfairly and make him resist!”

Mrs. Hunt said this in front of everyone.

Unexpectedly, as soon as she finished speaking, Justin slowly said, “Grandma, Xander has a mother.”

Chapter 683: Birthday Party pt.3

When Justin said this, the entire place became silent.

Everyone looked at each other in amusement.

Even Mrs. Hunt was stunned. When she had asked Justin about Xander’s mother, he had said that if that person dared to appear, he would definitely kill her. Then, he had said that his mother was dead.

But now, why did a mother appear?

Mrs. Hunt was stunned.

She had appeared in front of Ian and mentioned the illegitimate child in front of so many people. She also said that Nora was pregnant before marriage because she wanted Nora to have a bad reputation in the upper-class society in New York. It was to suppress her so that she would not rely on the love of the Smith's and Justin to do whatever she wanted at home!

After all, she no longer cared about herself.

Last time, when she asked her to treat Thomas, Nora had rejected her and did not care about her at all.

Nora’s identity was really too good.

Not to mention being Ian’s only daughter, just Nora’s status as a doctor ensured that Mrs. Hunt would not have to worry about herself when she was old. But now, Justin said that Xander’s mother was still around and he actually did not seem to hate her.

Mrs. Hunt was shocked, and her expression changed.

Ian frowned and looked at Justin unhappily!

What was the meaning of this?

However, the scheming Ian did not explode on the spot. After all, this was his grandson and granddaughter’s birthday party. No matter how many grievances he felt, he had to suppress them.

Mrs. Hunt was burning with anxiety. Before she could say anything, Mrs. Livingstone, who had been standing beside her, watched the commotion and said, “Huh? In that case, Mr. Hunt, you know Xander’s mother? But speaking of which, it wasn’t easy for that woman to give birth to your child. She even raised her child for five years. Our family really should treat her well, right?”

Mrs. Hunt wanted to suppress Nora, but she still wanted this granddaughter-in-law.

But Mrs. Livingstone wanted to foil this marriage!

Her son had gone to several hospitals but could not be treated. He even went to see a traditional alternative medicine doctor. In the end, the doctor told her that he would never recover.

If he really wanted to try, only Dr. Zabe’s disciples could treat him.

Their only hope was with Nora, but Nora did not help them!

Mrs. Livingstone hated Nora.

If you don’t treat my son? Then don’t even think about living well!

Mrs. Livingstone was about to say something when Mrs. Hunt suddenly grabbed her arm and stopped her from speaking. She looked at Ian. “Justin, you’re being ridiculous. How could Xander have a mother? Even if he does, our family will never admit it! On behalf of the Hunt's, I only acknowledge Nora as my granddaughter-in-law!”

With that, she turned to Justin and scolded, I don’t care what you think about Xander’s mother. She’s never allowed to enter my family, do you hear me?”

Mrs. Hunt’s attitude changed drastically.

Justin’s eyes narrowed. Just as he was about to announce who Xander’s mother was, Mrs. Livingstone said, “Auntie, you’re wrong! She’s Xander’s mother, after all. It’s only natural for her to want to see her son! Why can’t she marry into the family? Even if Miss Smith marries Mr. Hunt, she has to be magnanimous. She can’t suppress a mistress… We’re all dignified people, so we can’t do such a thing, right?”

Mrs. Livingstone’s words were very vicious.

She compared Xander’s mother to a mistress. Under such circumstances, if Ian did not break the engagement soon, the entire New York would laugh at the Smith's!

If he let his only daughter compete with a mistress, the Hunt's would forever trample on the Smith's.

Ian pursed her lips and looked at Justin again.

He had seen with his own eyes how much Justin liked Nora. There must be a reason for this person to suddenly mention Xander’s mother.

As for the inside story, why was he still so calm…

Unless…

Ian thought of something and his pupils suddenly constricted. He suddenly looked at Justin. Could it be…

Ian’s eyes lit up.

When Mrs. Livingstone said this, Mrs. Hunt’s expression changed drastically. She pointed at her and said, “How ignorant! How could a woman like that enter my family? Justin won’t have anything to do with that kind of woman in the future!”

Mrs. Hunt was furious.

No matter how important her maternal family was, they were not as important as her grandson!

Mrs. Livingstone’s words were too heartbreaking!

Mrs. Livingstone covered her mouth and laughed. “Auntie, why are you so angry? Justin didn’t even say who she is. Besides, she might even be a daughter of a wealthy family. Look at you, you’re simply denying her!”

Mrs. Hunt lowered her eyes. “I don’t care who she is, I won’t acknowledge her!”

She had meticulously raised Pete to have a high IQ. He was someone more outstanding than Justin and was destined to become the Hunts’ heir.

No matter how good her status was, she did not want it!

Furthermore, Nora’s status was already very high.

As soon as Mrs. Hunt finished speaking, Justin said, “She’s indeed from a wealthy family.”

Mrs. Livingstone smiled. “Oh? Who is it? Do we know each other?”

Chapter 684: Birthday Party! pt.4

Justin continued to smile. “You should have heard of her by now!”

This meant that she was of high status!

Mrs. Livingstone was even more excited. “Then tell me…”

Beside her, Mrs. Hunt pulled Mrs. Livingstone’s hand hard and even began to pinch her arm, but Mrs. Livingstone didn’t pay attention.

Mrs. Hunt’s anger rose. She only wanted to throw Mrs. Livingstone out!

Why did her maternal family have such a foolish niece-in-law?

She suppressed Nora only because of a small trick. Later on, when she took a liking to Nora, she helped her make up for it and save her face.

However, Mrs. Livingstone was determined to ruin this marriage.

Mrs. Hunt’s blood boiled. She felt that she had suppressed her granddaughter-in-law here for her maiden family. But what had her maiden family done?

Not to mention that Nora was the best candidate for being the Hunts’ daughter-in-law, but if she ruined this marriage, how could she still have the face to stay in the Hunt's?!

At this moment, Mrs. Hunt was suddenly a little disappointed.

For so many years, she had been working hard for her family.

The Livingstones had long been in dire straits. If not for her being here, the Livingstones would probably have been removed from the first tier of the wealthy families.

She had done so much for her maternal family. What did she get in the end?!

Mrs. Hunt was furious.

Unable to shut Mrs. Livingstone’s mouth, she could only look at Justin and wonder at the same time.

What was wrong with her grandson today?!

She knew how much he cared about Nora. But why was he suddenly not giving the Smith's face today?

Whispered discussions filled the entire banquet hall.

“Oh my god, is Mr. Hunt not planning to marry the Smith's?”

“Then why is he so polite to Mr. Smith?! It can’t be an apology, right?”

“Miss Smith is so pitiful. She isn’t even married yet, but she’s already fighting for favor with others.”

“Whose daughter is she? How can she seduce Mr. Hunt? Hasn’t Mr. Hunt been pure of heart for so many years? When we were young, we even said that he didn’t get close to women! It was said that he’d be disgusted if women touch him… Why are there so many women

now trying to get him?!”

As the crowd was discussing, Justin lowered his eyes.

He had already achieved his goal.

After all, Mrs. Hunt was his grandmother. However, because of Thomas, she was very dissatisfied with Nora and had even caused a lot of trouble in private.

He knew that he had to let Mrs. Hunt see the true colors of her family.

After all, this was the grandmother who had raised him. He could not chase her out when she was old. Furthermore, she had given her heart to Pete before.

Therefore, when Mrs. Hunt first spoke, he did not stop her and even added fuel to the fire. He did this to let Mrs. Livingstone reveal her true nature.

Now, the old lady should be very dissatisfied with Mrs. Livingstone, right?

Only then did Justin slowly say, “Not only has Mrs. Livingstone heard of the eldest daughter of the Smith's, but she has also seen her, right?”

Everyone: “??”

Everyone was puzzled, not understanding what he was saying.

Mrs. Livingstone was stunned. “The Smith's? Which Smith's?”

At the mention of the Smith's, everyone would only think of the Smith's in New York, but was there another wealthy Smith family?

Justin lowered his eyes and sneered before looking at Mrs. Hunt.

At this moment, Mrs. Hunt had already reacted. She looked at Justin in shock and felt stunned. Could it be…

“Hahaha!” Ian’s loud laughter suddenly spread throughout the entire banquet hall. Then, he patted Justin’s shoulder. “Triplets! So Nora gave birth to triplets back then!”

He raised his head proudly. “Three at a time. My daughter is so awesome!”

Everyone: “??”

The entire place was in an uproar.

Everyone exploded and discussed the topic fervently.

“Miss Smith gave birth to three children in one go? She’s too lucky!”

“Oh my god! So there are no illegitimate children at all. All three children were born to Miss Smith. No wonder Mr. Hunt is so polite to the Smith's!”

Mrs. Hunt was also overjoyed and heaved a sigh of relief.

Justin said, “That’s right. Peter Hunt, Cheryl Smith, and Xander Yale are all Nora and my children!”

With that, the surrounding people congratulated him.

“Mr. Hunt, congratulations!”

“Three children, two sons and a daughter. Mr. Hunt is so lucky!”

Some people congratulated Ian.

“Ian, you have three more grandchildren now. Congratulations! Hahaha, but you’re going to have to spend a lot of money. Have you prepared three gifts?”

Ian was overjoyed. “Of course. How can I not have enough gifts?”.

The others immediately got their family members to go back and prepare another gift. After all, they had only prepared two sets.

The people around them became busy. The great-grandmother was clearly Mrs. Hunt, but everyone ignored her.

No one came forward to congratulate her. They could all see Miss Smith’s status in the Hunt's in the future.

Mrs. Hunt glared at Mrs. Livingstone and forced a smile. “So it’s a misunderstanding.”

She was simply like a clown who had been laughed at by everyone!

She wanted to suppress her granddaughter-in-law, but she did not expect to raise her status even more.

With that, she pulled Mrs. Livingstone to the side. “Come with me!”

The two of them left the hall and entered the lounge beside it. As soon as they entered, Mrs. Hunt turned around and slapped Mrs. Livingstone. “Pa!”

Then, she shouted angrily, “What did you mean earlier? You made things so awkward for me!”

Mrs. Livingstone covered her face and her eyes darted around before she sighed. “Auntie, I’m doing this for your own good. That little hussy hasn’t married in yet, but she’s already not giving you any face. What will happen if she marries in the future?”

Mrs. Hunt was furious and her heart turned colder. “You don’t have to find excuses. You just wanted to interfere in that marriage!”

Mrs. Livingstone pursed her lips and whispered, “Didn’t I fail in the end?”

She had admitted it herself, and this made the old madam’s eyes turn cold.

She said coldly, “I’m Justin’s grandmother. He won’t do anything to me. Who do you think you are? You actually dare to publicly slander the Smith's?”

Mrs. Livingstone covered her face and said, “Auntie, I’m your niece-in-law. He has to accept it for my sake, right? What can he do to me?”

Her disdainful expression stabbed Mrs. Hunt like a needle.

However, at this moment, the door was suddenly pushed open. Then, the Livingstones rushed in with flustered expressions.