Marrying the Ugly Heir for Truth and Wealth novel Chapter 193

Spending long hours in the office would tire anyone out.

It was a rare opportunity to let loose and have some fun. The vibe was lively, as the crowd consisted of young people who knew how to have a good time.

The emcee called out for participants to join in on a game.

“Ms. Steele, shall we play too?” Without waiting for Christina’s response, Shelley pulled her toward the

stage.

“I don’t really want to play,” Christina lamented. She had never been one for large, lively crowds.

However, Shelley wouldn’t take no for an answer. “Come on, let your hair down and enjoy yourself a little.”

The host took the mic and began explaining the rules of the game, “The guys have to pick up their female partners, and whoever drops their partner first loses. The winner gets a grand prize of five thousand dollars!”

The lure of the prize money was irresistible; Christina’s colleagues, who had been hesitant earlier, were now frantically searching for partners.

Soon enough, the pairs of contestants were ready to compete.

There was still one middle–aged finance manager without a partner. Hence, he walked over and asked, “Ms. Steele, shall we team up?”

“Umm, L…” Christina was reluctant to be intimate with a stranger.

It was a difficult choice to make. If she rejected him, she risked hurting his feelings. But if she accepted, she would have to get too close for comfort with a complete stranger.

Just as she was struggling to decide, a tall figure walked up from behind her.

“Sorry, but she’s taken,” the man said.

“My apologies, Mr. Hadley.” The finance manager paled with fear and hurriedly left the stage.

Although the prize money of five thousand dollars was very tempting, offending Nathaniel would be a career–ending move.

Christina blinked her eyes in surprise and asked, “Nathaniel, why are you here?”

“I couldn’t let you hug and cuddle with other men, could I?” Nathaniel snorted.

Just then, the host announced the start of the game.

Christina immediately jumped into Nathaniel’s arms like a cute little bunny. Her legs wrapped around his waist, and her hands curled around his neck.

“I want to win the first prize. Don’t you dare let me down!” Christina instructed confidently.

With Nathaniel’s impressive muscles, we have a sure win. The prospect of claiming first place and a cash prize of five thousand dollars is simply exhilarating!

Nathaniel couldn’t help but smirk at how seriously Christina was taking the competition for just a few thousand dollars.

He tightened his grip around her slender waist. “Don’t worry; we won’t lose.”

Both of them stood close, their warm breaths wafting in a thin mist that settled on Nathaniel’s nose.

Due to their height difference, Christina spent most of the time looking up at him.

However, her current position placed her higher, and the feeling of looking down on someone was quite pleasant!

Christina took the opportunity to stare closely at Nathaniel’s cold and stern face. His dense brows veiled profound and impenetrable eyes. The contour of his chiseled nose and the curve of his slender lips drew a perfect line, resembling a striking oil painting by a skilled artist.

“So handsome,” Christina muttered and blushed shyly.

Meanwhile, several contestants on the stage were unable to continue due to their limited physical strength.

Only a few pairs remained, and it seemed that the winner would be decided soon.

All of a sudden, a phone rang, and all eyes turned toward the direction of the sound.

It was Nathaniel’s phone.

Without hesitation, he reached out to answer the call.

Christina had to rely on her strength to stay suspended on his body, like a koala clinging to a tree.

The audience below the stage began discussing the matter. “How can Mrs. Hadley be so light?”

“It’s all thanks to Mr. Hadley’s strong abdomen muscles!”

Several people took out their phones to capture the moment. It was a picture–perfect display of romance.

The two remaining pairs had no choice but to give in, unable to withstand the strain of standing for nearly half an hour with the weight of another adult.

In the end, Christina and Nathaniel emerged victorious.