Chapter 14
Seamus stood frozen to the spot. His expression shitted several times before settling into a forced smile that looked more like a grimace.
Chapter 14
His mouth opened and closed several times before he was able to say, “Vanessa, where did you find this actor? He’s not convincing at all. Stop trying to fool us.” Even with the rings and marriage certificate in front of him, he refused to believe it.
Vanessa hadn’t expected to see them so soon. Still, she had already decided there was no point in staying in contact with them,
“Sorry to disappoint you, but he’s not an actor that I hired. As you can see, I’m married now.” Vanessa’s tone was casual as she held up the marriage certificate to let Keanu and Seamus have a better look.
Charles wrapped an arm around Vanessa’s waist smoothly and gave them a polite nod. “Hello, nice to meet you. Let me introduce myself–I’m Vanessa’s husband,
Charles Gadsby
Charles‘ hazel eyes landed on Keanu and Seamus for a moment. The way he looked at them carried a subtle but unmistakable air of superiority.
teanu’s pupils contracted, and anger surged in his chest. He struggled to keep his emotions in check as he stared intently at Vanessa.
sure you
Hisvece sounded restrained as he uttered, “stop doing this, Vanessa. You’re just jealous, aren’t you? Come on, you don’t mean this. Go get a divorce. I’m st just did this in the heat of the moment.”
Kean reached to grab Vanessa’s hand, attempting to lead her back into the city hall. Seamus even stepped in and tried to ward off Charles.
even love her?” Seamus
“Mr. Gatsby, what night do you have to mamy Vanessa? Do you low her? Do you know what she likes or her lifestyle and habits? Do you eve questioned loudly and impulsively.
He even placed a hand on Charles‘ shoulder to push him away.
Charles wain’t bothered by his emotional outburst. He sidestepped Seamus‘ grip elegantly and said, “Mr. Klein, Vanessa and I can build our relationship over time. I think getting married first and dating later isn’t exactly a bad idea.
“But as far as 1 know you and Mr. Lowe haven’t resolved your own issues, especially your involvement with Hannah Zahn. So, tell me. On what grounds do you thank you’re better than me and deserve Vanessa’s hand in marriage?”
After saying that, Charles brushed his shoulder dismissively. It was as if he was disgusted that Seamus had touched him.
Ar the mentioned Hannah, Kean and Seamustaltered visibly
We just feel sorry for Hannah. We have no other intentions toward her,” Seamus quickly responded.
Vanessa palled her hand free from Kean’s grip and stood by Charles‘ side. Hertone was icy as she said, “That’s enough. You don’t need to explain anything to me. From the mument Heft Xenon, we no longer had amphing to do with each other,”
Herexpression remained distant as though she were looking at two strangers, “Whether you like Hannah or not has nothing to do with me. Don’t come looking for meagan Jirphia isn’t your territory.”
As soon as her words tell, Charles snapped his fingers. A team of uniformed bodyguards appeared.
“Escoff them back to Xerton. Make sure they don’t get another chance to come to liphia,” Charles ordered
His rodand was aligned with Vanessa’s wishes. She didn‘
a word of objection but silently agreed instead.
Seams couldn’s accept this outcome. He struggled vehemently against the bodyguards, his eyes bloodshot with desperation as he yelled, “Vanessa! You can’t go with him” Come back to Xenon with us. We’ll treat you well. Can’t we just go back to how things used to be?
