Life at The Top novel Chapter 16

Although Penelope was reluctant to admit so, she knew that comparing Wendy to her would just be like comparing a swan to an ugly duckling.

Overcome with low self-esteem and jealousy, words began spilling out of her mouth uncontrollably.

Wendy was not angered by Penelope’s insults. She simply shook her head. “It can’t be helped. You take pride in sleeping with other men, but do you think all women are like you? I’m sorry, I’m not a woman like that,” she said.

Everyone was immersed in the way Wendy carried herself.

Ever since she appeared, Hugh had been staring at her lustfully.

Even if he were to disregard her angelic beauty, she trumped all his other women with her elegant demeanor.

How could he miss out on a woman like that?

“Well said!”

Hugh, who had already fallen for Wendy’s charms, was the first to shout out supportively.

Penelope’s face paled. She looked at the man beside her in disbelief.

Why was he supporting Wendy Schuler? Could he not see that she was scolding her?

Nevertheless, Hugh did not have the slightest interest in Penelope at all at this moment. He walked over to Wendy with a smile on his face. “Miss, my name is Hugh Lewis. I’m the chairman of Lantern Capital,” he said.

Based on Hugh’s experience, every time he told women his identity, they would show him their prettiest smile and fawn all over him.

However, Wendy did not do so. She took a step back, giving off an imminent sense of isolation. Even the way her brows curved into a frown was breathtakingly gorgeous.

“I’m sorry, I don’t know you. I don’t intend to get to know you either,” she said.

Hugh’s identity clearly meant nothing in front of the daughter of the wealthiest man in the province.

Although Hugh did not know her background, his interest in her grew!

This was the first time he got rejected by a woman after starting up his business.

This sense of excitement and curiosity reminded him of his impulsive behavior back in his youthful days!

“I think that we can get to know each other better…”

Jasper pulled Wendy to his side while he was speaking.

“Mr. Lewis, she’s my date. You’re talking too much,” Jasper said lightly, putting Wendy behind him.

Talking… too much!

Everyone looked around awkwardly. Although they all found Hugh’s behavior unsightly and inappropriate, no one had the nerves to call him out except for Jasper.

Hugh’s expression darkened instantly. He stared at Jasper with a brute, lethal glint in his eyes.

Wendy did not expect Jasper to stand up for her. A pool of warmth formed in her heart.

However, she knew about Hugh’s position and abilities. She came close to Jasper and softly whispered into his ear, “Jasp, I don’t feel well. Why don’t we leave first?”

Jasper understood her at once. She wanted to help him escape this difficult situation!

She stood up for him as she could not stand the way Penelope insulted and taunted him. Now, she wanted to help him out of this as well.

A woman like this was so much better than Penelope Hunt!

Right then, a warm sensation washed over Jasper’s heart. Not only was Wendy beautiful and well-mannered, but she was also warm-hearted and meticulous!