The Ex-Wife He Can’t Have novel Chapter 487

Sylvia hurried out of the auditorium.

Connor had just stepped out of the car, with Sienna firmly holding his hand.

Since tonight's ceremony was a massive PR event for the Quincy empire, Killian would be too swamped to watch his son. Sienna had taken it upon herself to escort Connor.

A double line of bodyguards stood at attention, projecting raw power.

As Sienna walked Connor toward the entrance, the terrifying aura of the Quincy matriarch and the innate nobility of the young heir brought the entire room to a standstill. The crowd instinctively parted to let them through.

Sylvia instantly plastered on her sweetest smile and stepped forward, reaching out. "Connor, over here!"

Connor hesitated for a second before politely offering his hand. "Ms. Xavier."

Sylvia took his hand and looked up at Sienna. "Sienna, you came too? I thought Connor would be here alone."

Sienna’s expression was flat, her tone entirely devoid of warmth. "Killian is busy tonight, and I don't trust outsiders to watch my grandson. I decided to escort him myself."

"Perfect! I'll stay with you tonight and help keep an eye on him," Sylvia beamed, stepping up to loop her arm through Sienna's affectionately.

Sienna’s demeanor remained cool and distant, entirely lacking her usual fondness, though Sylvia was completely oblivious.

The three of them walked into the hall, instantly drawing the spotlight.

Sienna stepped forward to greet the university president and board members, operating effortlessly as the lady of the Quincy house. Her presence was commanding, her polite banter flawless.

The board members beamed at Connor. "This must be Mr. Quincy's son. So young, yet so remarkably poised."

"Connor, say hello to everyone," Sienna instructed softly.

Connor nodded obediently and greeted the executives clearly and confidently, without an ounce of stage fright.

Shortly after, the donation ceremony began.

The university's host handled the announcements in English, while Connor translated perfectly on stage.

Since the Quincy family funded the entire night, having their heir take center stage was a massive flex.

Throughout the presentation, Connor's English was flawless. He translated dense technical jargon without stumbling, commanding the room of hundreds with absolute perfection.

The crowd was floored.

"So young and already this brilliant. He inherited all of Mr. Quincy's best traits."

"I just wonder who the mother is. To produce a kid like that, she must be someone extraordinary."

"Haven't you heard the rumor? Mr. Quincy's secret marriage was a total trap. Some scheming girl dragged him into bed and forced a pregnancy. It's a miracle the kid turned out this well and wasn't ruined by her genetics."

"I can't believe a gold digger could raise such an incredible kid."

The venomous gossip traveled easily through the crowd.

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