Chapter 6
Three days later, we went to visit my parents. It was also the anniversary of the Benson Group.
After discussing with my family, Phelps and I decided to host a banquet to celebrate.
But trouble soon followed.
We hadn’t expected Kendrick to invite reporters to the press conference, accusing Phelps of being the third party.
Upon hearing that, reporters aimed their microphones at Phelps, and the scene became chaotic.
Before Phelps could stand up, I stepped forward to face the crowd.
Our marriage is voluntary. We love each other, and everything was done legally. How could Phelps be a third party?”
“I hope you won’t spread false reports. If you do, The Benson Group’s legal department will hold you accountable.”
The reporters quieted down slightly.
Phelps looked at me and gave me a fond smile. I shot him a glance, my face a little flushed,
But Kendrick was ready. He started playing a video on the big screen, showing the history of our relationship, including footage he had secretly filmed of Phelps.
3:20 PM
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Last year, I had an accident while skiing and was rushed to the hospital, almost unable to wake up.
I hadn’t known that Phelps had secretly visited me during that time.
I also found out that the year before, when my jewelry design won an award, Phelps had been there cheering for me.
And three years ago, on my birthday, Phelps had secretly arranged
a
city–wide fireworks display for me.
Two years ago…
A year ago…
Kendrick had secretly captured all of these moments.
Suddenly, I understood why he had always been convinced that Phelps had feelings for me.
I glanced at Phelps, who, despite his usual cold demeanor, now had a faint blush on his face. The contrast was surprisingly endearing.
Kendrick continued accusing Phelps of his “wrongdoings“.
I interrupted him.
“I just want to make one thing clear. Mr. Collins is already married, and he married before Phelps and I.”
I motioned for my assistant to display the evidence on the big screen.
Everyone froze.
Kendrick had always been seen as my future husband, approved by my family. When I switched grooms on my wedding day, people assumed it was because the Benson family disapproved of Kendrick’s background and had suddenly changed my wedding partner.
But when the news about Kendrick’s marriage broke, everything turned around.
Kendrick’s face darkened, and he desperately tried to argue.
“Don’t listen to her. I only married Leonore because I had no choice. I did it to fulfill her mother’s dying wish. Alisha, you know this.
“I’ve said that once the matter is done, I’ll divorce Leonore and marry you. Why are you still slandering me?”
Kendrick thought that after he said all of this, the reporters would immediately turn in his favor and praise his filial piety.
But no one came to his defense.
The crowd murmured, “Ms. Benson is so pitiful. How did she end up with such a man?”
“This kind of thinking is truly disgusting. According to him, if I die right now, my son can marry whoever he wants?”
“You… you…” Kendrick was incredulous.
Before he could say anything, my mother slapped him across the face.
“Alisha has given you so much, and this is how you repay her? I was wondering why she suddenly changed grooms and was worried she might have wronged you. Turns out it’s you…”
She clutched her chest, her face full of anger.
Phelps immediately stepped forward to support my mother, and I quickly joined them.
I looked at Kendrick, who had become the center of everyone’s scorn and couldn’t help but laugh coldly.
It seemed that the world had more rational people than oddballs like Kendrick.
In truth, he was just trying to satisfy his selfish desires.
3:20 PM
Kendrick, still unwilling to give up, pointed at Phelps and yelled, “So what? It’s a fact that Phelps is trying to steal my wife!”
I corrected him, “Please speak properly. Your wife is Leonore. Don’t tarnish my husband’s reputation.”
Phelps spoke up calmly, “There’s nothing wrong with silently loving someone. Mr. Collins, I have a clear conscience.”
“Exactly,” the reporters chimed in.
Everyone agreed that there was nothing wrong with having a secret crush. Kendrick had only brought it upon himself, pushing the person he loved away.
Seeing everyone on my side, Kendrick finally lost control.
