Chapter 205: Chapter 205: Don’t Steal My Man
The dance performance on stage ended, and the host of the banquet took their place.
"This host looks kind of familiar," Nora Northwood whispered to the person beside her.
Megan Underwood pointedly remarked, "Probably someone from the entertainment circle, I bet they spent a lot to get them here."
"..."
After the host finished reading the script, the representative of the event came on stage amid thunderous applause.
"Firstly, a huge thank you to all of you present here for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend the product launch of our new domain..."
The representative spoke eloquently into the microphone, expressing gratitude, then talking about product concepts, and eventually emotions, leaving the audience teary-eyed.
Megan Underwood muttered to herself, "I wonder how much those tears cost per drop."
Outwardly, Nora Northwood maintained a pleasant smile, while internally she was applauding. She thought, among the hundreds at the banquet, only Megan dared to say such things.
After a cycle of speeches ended, leaving everyone’s ears nearly calloused.
In the second half of the banquet, Megan Underwood grabbed Nora Northwood’s hand and started running around the venue.
Their two charming figures weaved through the crowd, practically networking with every small boss present.
Jasper Sinclair stood in an inconspicuous corner, calmly watching them, yet without any relaxation.
He shifted directions with Nora Northwood’s movements, ready to rush forward at any sign of trouble.
At this moment, a figure quietly approached Jasper Sinclair.
"President Sinclair."
Jade Lockwood’s sweet voice rang out, making Jasper Sinclair feel chills all over.
Jasper Sinclair gave her a lukewarm glance, not intending to engage.
However, Jade Lockwood wasn’t deterred and stepped closer, saying in a seductive tone, "Perhaps there’s some misunderstanding between us, I hope President Sinclair would give me a chance to explain."
Jasper Sinclair couldn’t bear her speaking manner, bluntly said, "Just speak normally, don’t pant."
Immediately, Jade Lockwood’s face fell; within a mere hour, she had thoroughly embarrassed herself.
She cleared her throat, returning to a normal speaking voice, "Apologies, my throat hasn’t been well lately."
"If you’re sick, see a doctor."
The implication from Jasper Sinclair: don’t get involved.
At this moment, Jade Lockwood had already categorized this man and Megan Underwood as the same type of people.
They spoke without leaving any room, eating people without spitting out bones.
After several exchanges, she completely deflated, even forgetting her purpose of coming to talk.
All Jade Lockwood wanted now was a reason to leave quickly, forcing a last bit of smile, "President Sinclair, I should..."
Before she could finish, a commotion from behind interrupted her: "Nora, does this woman have a deep enmity with you? How can she snatch your partners and still try to snatch your man?"
Nora Northwood struggled to hold back laughter, nearly choking on it.
She stepped forward two steps, affectionately took Jasper Sinclair’s arm, looking at his face close up, she softly spoke, "The Lockwood Family is considered a noble family; didn’t anyone teach Ms. Lockwood not to take others’ loved ones?"
Having lived under two eloquent influencers, Nora Northwood had gained some verbal skills too.
Yet, her delicate, understated young voice made it hard for anyone to find serious fault.
With no response from the other side, Nora Northwood continued, "It’s about time, my husband and I need to go home, Ms. Lockwood, excuse us."