Chapter 903:
Robin’s cheerful mood evaporated on the spot. His eyes landed on Lorraine, striding straight toward him—her presence alone enough to sour his mood completely.
“I’m leaving now,” Christina said swiftly, slipping away before trouble could find her.
“Hey! How can you just run away like this?” Robin grumbled, picking up his pace to catch up. “I helped you out earlier, and now it’s your time to return the favor. Help me ditch that walking headache!”
“She’s your family’s savior. I wouldn’t dare step on her toes,” Christina replied with a teasing glint in her eyes. “I can help you with just about anyone else—but with her, my hands are completely tied.”
Christina quickened her steps, determined to steer clear of any drama. If Lorraine managed to catch up with Robin, it would no doubt turn into a full-blown spectacle. She had zero interest in getting dragged into other people’s messes. She just wanted to enjoy the birthday banquet in peace.
“You weren’t like this when you dealt with her last time,” Robin muttered, jaw clenched in irritation.
“That’s because she started it,” Christina shot back, picking up speed until Robin was left in the dust.
Frustrated, Robin growled, “Fine, next time, I won’t bail you out!”
He made a quick move to try to chase after Christina, but Lorraine caught up just in time and grabbed hold of his arm.
“Robin, Celine told you to take good care of me at the banquet. Why did you run off by yourself?” Lorraine whined with a pout. Lorraine clung to his arm like it was hers by right, and naturally, the nearby guests began whispering among themselves.
“Who’s this woman now? Which one is Robin actually dating? If I’m not wrong, that dress she’s wearing is a piece by the world-famous designer, Allison!”
𝖥𝗂𝗋𝗌𝗍 𝖈𝗁𝖺𝗉𝗍𝖾𝗋𝗌 𝗈𝗇𝗅𝗒 𝗈𝗇 g𝖺𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝗌⨳𝖈𝗈𝗆
“Yes! It’s embellished with over a hundred diamonds. That’s definitely one of Allison’s signature gowns—it must be worth a fortune. Looks like she’s his real girlfriend.”
“I wouldn’t jump to conclusions. Didn’t you see how irritated Robin looked? I think Christina’s the real girlfriend. She probably got jealous because of that clingy woman and stormed off, and Robin chased after her. That explains the sour look he gave the clingy one.”
“Wait, I remember the clingy woman now! That’s Lorraine, the Reynolds family’s daughter. She saved Celine, didn’t she? I’ve heard she’s had a thing for Robin, but he’s never been interested in her.”
“Well, that explains it. Robin’s into that divorced woman, so he was trying to shake Lorraine off. Who’d have thought he’d fall for someone people consider used goods?”
Suddenly, Robin yanked his arm free from Lorraine’s grasp and turned to her with an icy glare. “Stop clinging to me! Or don’t blame me if I stop being nice!” Then, without another word, he stormed toward the man who had insulted Christina and, without hesitation, landed a solid punch to his face. No one had the right to insult Christina! She was not used goods—they didn’t even know a fraction of her worth. These people were just blinded by their arrogance and shallow judgment.
Terrified by the sudden burst of violence, the guests all scrambled back, afraid of getting caught in the chaos.
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