From His Fake Wife to Billionaire Heiress (Riley and Lucas) novel Chapter 492

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Chapter 492 Public Affection

Chapter 492 Public Affection

Then, Sebastian bent his arm slightly in a natural gesture.

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Riley slipped her hand through the crook of his elbow, her fingertips pressing against the fine fabric of his suit and feeling the firm strength beneath it. The two shared a quiet smile, their obvious closeness leaving no doubt about their relationship to everyone

around them.

Jealousy flared bright in Elsie’s bloodshot eyes. She stamped her foot lightly on the floor, unable to contain her frustration any longer.

Quick to notice her adopted daughter’s loss of control, Melissa moved subtly to block the stares of surrounding guests. She leaned in to whisper soothing words into Elsie’s ear. “Calm down, my dear girl. Let her enjoy this moment for now. After today, Sebastian will belong only to you.”

After comforting Elsie, Melissa painted a bright, cheerful smile across her face.

When Zavier went over to greet Wayne and Miranda, she stepped forward right away. She stood beside her husband to receive the esteemed guests, bearing the elegant poise of the lady of the Harper family.

Her gaze lingered greedily on the linked arms of Riley and Sebastian, malice glinting deep in her eyes, while her tone remained filled with fake amusement. “Well, now, look at how close our Riley and Sebastian are! Your father plans to announce your engagement to everyone in a little while. You could at least try to act a little more reserved, walking around arm in arm like this.”

Riley’s gaze swept indifferently over Melissa’s fake smiling face before she looked away entirely.

Wasting breath on petty bickering with this woman was pointless.

High up on the second–floor corridor, Lucas leaned against the railing, his gaze fixed rigidly on the happy couple below.

A menacing darkness clouded his features, and the stem of the wine glass in his hand trembled from his tight grip.

He was burning with the urge to rush down, tear apart their intertwined arms, and declare to everyone who Riley truly belonged to

Yet he thought he knew Riley’s personality all too well.

Her feelings for Sebastian might be genuine, or merely an act. Either way, she relied on the Torres family’s power and knew she had other choices. She would never abandon all she had in Nexopolis to go back to Havenbrook by his side.

I have to hold back.

He would follow Melissa’s plan and cut off every last escape route for Riley.

Down on the main floor, Zavier finished exchanging pleasantries with Wayne.

With plenty of time left before the official start of the party, he offered a thoughtful suggestion. “You must be tired from the drive. I’ve had a private lounge prepared for you. Why not head over to rest for a bit and have a cup of coffee?”

Before anyone else could speak, Melissa cut in abruptly with a sugary tone, “Zavier, you have so many guests to attend to, so you can’t leave your post. Let Elsie lead our guests and Sebastian to the lounge instead. She’s very attentive, and this will also give her a chance to spend more time with them.”

Her scheme was transparent to every person within earshot.

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Chapter 492 Public Affection

A sharp yet amused smile tugged at Riley’s lips.

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She tightened her hold on Sebastian’s arm and took half a step forward, her voice clear and bright. “Mr. Torres and Mrs. Torres are our guests. It’s only right that I see to their comfort personally. I have no pressing duties here, so there is no need for anyone else to take my place.”

The warm smile on Melissa’s face faltered. She tried to use her status as an elder to pressure Riley. “Riley, shouldn’t you stay here with your father to greet the other guests?”

Instead of loosening her grip, Riley snuggled closer to Sebastian, leaning half her body against his side. She lifted her head, ignoring Melissa completely, to speak to Zavier and Sebastian’s parents, “Dad and Raymond have this area fully covered. I have a few private things to talk over with Sebastian, and I’d like to spend a little time alone with him. Is that alright?”

Her words held a soft, playful hint of affection, while also openly declaring her bond with Sebastian. Understanding smiles spread across Zavier’s face and the faces of Sebastian’s parents.

Sebastian’s eyes lit up with delight. He lifted his hand to lace his fingers tightly through hers. “Okay, you lead the way.”

Their seamless teamwork left Melissa with no room to argue.

She could only watch helplessly as Riley led the Torres family toward the lounge area, the group drawing envious stares from the surrounding guests.

Once they entered the lounge, Miranda settled into a seat and glanced out the large windows at the garden beyond. She smiled warmly as she spoke, “The estate is absolutely magnificent. Look at those flowers out there, in full bloom. We don’t get to visit often. I’d love to take a stroll through the gardens.”

Wayne caught his wife’s hint instantly. He stood up gently and adjusted the shawl draped over her shoulders. “I’ll walk with you. A little fresh air will do us good after the ride over.”

The two stepped out side by side, intentionally leaving the young couple to enjoy some privacy.