He Loved My Sister. I’m Better Off Without Him novel Chapter 22

Chapter 220

The host walked up to the stage, holding the cooperation agreement in his hands.

His voice boomed through the microphone, echoing across the hall, as he announced, “After the jury’s final decision, the partner for this key project is the Lloyd Corporation!”

The audience erupted with cheers. Camera flashes lit up the room like a storm of lightning, focusing on Mark. He stood slowly, while his movements were steady and calm. He adjusted his suit cuffs with practiced grace and showed a composed, confident smile.

In contrast, Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt and Adeline sat frozen in disbelief. Their eyes were wide and bloodshot. Even Brian, who was standing off to the side, looked stunned. The documents in his hands were crumpled from how tightly he was gripping them.”

Brian had spent so much time and effort preparing for this project, only to watch it slip away so easily and land in Mark’s hands. However, Mark didn’t rush to claim victory. Instead, his gaze shifted toward me who was standing quietly in the shadows.

Mark then walked over. His presence commanding the room. When he reached me, he gently took my hand and guided me toward the stage. The spotlight followed us. Once I stood next to him, Mark leaned slightly toward the microphone.”

His clear voice echoing through the hall as he spoke, “I’m honored to receive this project. But the truth is, none of this would have been possible without Lilian. She provided crucial information and helped me overcome many challenges.“}

Then, with a soft smile, he wrapped an arm around my shoulders and spoke with unmistakable warmth.

“That’s why I’ve decided to let Lilian take full responsibility for this project. From now on, all profits will go directly to her because she’s the one who truly deserves this honor.”

For a moment, there was silence. Not long after that, the hall erupted into thunderous applause. Cameras clicked wildly, reporters shouted questions and congratulations filled the air. Under the blazing spotlight, I looked down from the stage at the stunned crowd.

Brian’s face was twisted with rage. His red, furious eyes were locked on Mark’s hand, which was firmly holding mine. The tension radiating from him was suffocating. Nearby, Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt stood utterly stunned, looking stunned. Finally, the truth hit them. I was alive. The anger in their eyes tried to scare me. But before anger could fully take hold me, I realized something. They realized that since I now controlled the project and its profits, the Wyatt Family could still benefit. Their faces shifted instantly. Both of them forced smiles and rushed to the front of the stage, their voices overly sweet as they shouted at me, “Lilian! Mark! We knew you wouldn’t abandon the Wyatt Family! You’ve made us so proud!”

Brian couldn’t stand it anymore. He shoved past them, charging onto the stage. His eyes were bloodshot while he grabbed my hand roughly, trying to drag me away. However, I yanked my hand free and took a step back and shot a glare at him, Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt.

My voice rang out, clear and cold, amplified by the microphone for everyone to hear as I responded, “Mr. Wyatt. Mrs. Wyatt. Whatever relationship we once had… it ended a long time ago. However, The young woman standing beside you, Miss. Adeline Wyatt, is your true daughter, isn’t she?”

Once I said it, every reporter turned their cameras toward Adeline. The sudden burst of flashes making her flinch. Her face turned pale, almost sickly white. She glared at me with hatred, but she didn’t dare utter a single word.

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