Chapter 104
When Arya suddenly appeared in Julia’s line of sight, or more accurately, when everyone in the room was drawn to Arya’s sudden arrival, those who knew Arya instinctively glanced at Harry standing beside Donald.
Harry remained expressionless, and his attitude was inscrutable. He watched as Arya approached, her hands holding her dress’s hem as she walked in high heels. Passing by Julia, she cash subtle glance in Julia’s direction.
Julia couldn’t help but wonder whether Arya was deliberately provoking her at her father’s birthday party. Especially when Arya reached Harry’s side, they looked like a married couple as they stood together.
Julia thought for a moment and realized she was just a bystander
“Mr. Jackson, happy birthday! Harry only told me yesterday, so prepared a small gift. I hope you’ll like it.” Arya said sweetly, her voice gentle enough to captivate not just Harry but even Donald, who sat beside Julia.
Fortunately, Donald was aware of Harry’s relationship with Arya. He hesitated to accept the gift. He looked at Arya indifferently before asking a nearby waiter to put it aside.
Then, Donald called Julia’s name. “Why are you still sitting there
Julia lazily stood up. Under Donald’s urging, she walked over to Harry’s side. She was also dressed up for the occasion, not wanting to disgrace the Wright family. But compared to Arya, her clothes seemed to lack the same dazzling quality.
“Harry.” Arya immediately reached out to take Harry’s arm when Julia approached, but Harry evaded her casually, inadvertently closing the distance between him and Julia.
Seeing Julia’s lack of reaction, Donald intervened, “Miss Hill, excuse us.” With that, Julia found herself linking arms with Harry, and Donald ushered them away.
Arya’s arrival had made the atmosphere awkward. Without Harry by her side, Arya stood alone, appearing somewhat pitiful. It prompted many men to want to console her and come to her rescue.
The discerning eye could also discern Donald’s attitude towards Arya. Seeing Harry about to leave, Arya spoke again. “Harry.”
Julia lifted her gaze, watching Harry closely. She wasn’t deliberately giving Harry a choice. This trouble was of his own making. She wouldn’t help him make a decision or clean up his mess. She was also curious to see what Harry would do in front of everyone.
Harry remained expressionless as Julia’s hand linked with his arm. His other hand rested on the back of hers as if he wanted to hold Julia’s hand, but Julia could sense from his eyes that he wanted to let go. At that moment, Julia felt tense.
“Harry,” Arya shouted again.
Julia sensed Harry’s hand loosening. A faint smile played at the comer of her mouth. Since he struggled to make a choice, she would help this pair of troublesome lovers along.
Julia was about to release Harry’s hand when Harry suddenly tightened his grip on her hand. He then said to Arya, “Arya please excuse us. If you need anything, you can ask the waiter nearby.”
Not only did Julia breathe a sigh of relief, but even Donald relaxed a bit. In Cromont City, everyone knew the relationship between Harry and Arya. Arya’s blatant appearance at Donald’s birthday party was meant to provoke and challenge Julia.
Harry glanced at Arya as if nothing had happened, then took Julia to greet the guests. Meanwhile, Arya remained where she was, watching Harry and Julia leave with an unpleasant expression.
“I thought you would let go of me and stand next to Arya,” Julia whispered in a voice only they could hear.
Chapter 101
Julia said meaningfully. Those who are loved are fearless
A mistress blatantly challenged the rightful wife in public. Sometimes, Julia couldn’t help but feel inadequate. People like Arya tended to take advantage of situations.
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