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Chapter 27
It’s the mysterious woman!
Noah did not agree to walk the red carpet with Angie despite her begging multiple times.
How did that despicable woman end up by his side?
“Mr. Quincy’s partner looks beautiful!”
“Yes, they make a wonderful pair!”
“I heard the lady came in on a helicopter!”
“I wonder which family she belongs to. I’m so jealous!”
“She must be from a wealthy family, or she wouldn’t be mingling with Noah Quincy. He
didn’t even oblige Ms. Grant on the red carpet!”
Angie was about to be driven crazy from all the unending chatter about Noah and the
other woman. The bitch stole her money and was trying to steal her man now. How dare
she?! She was raging with fury, yet unable to do anything except clench her fists angrily.
Damn Madeline! Why are all women named Madeline so hateful! Angie thought to herself.
She wished she could go up to the woman and give her a tight slap on the cheek, making
sure to scratch that beautiful skin of hers as well. However, she was well aware of the
venue and circumstance she was in. She had to remain calm in front of all the media and
cameras.
She quickly tamped down her anger, replacing it with a warm smile before she walked
toward Noah Quincy. “Noah, you’re here! I thought you would take a while more,” she
gently teased Noah as she moved to his side and put her arm through his, nudging
Madeline out of the way.
Noah did not seem to mind her advance, so she felt emboldened. Like a young girl in love,
her cheeks were flushed with a pink tint as she held onto Noah’s arm just a little tighter.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShe made sure to turn around to catch the woman left behind.
Madeline was wearing an oriental royal blue dress decorated with delicate golden
embroidery. It featured an open collar design that showcased her prominent collarbones,
exuding a simple elegance. Madeline threw Angie a bright smile as she caught her eye,
undeterred by Angie’s provocation.
Being the chairwoman of the Charity Association, Madeline’s seat was rightfully at the VIP
table as well. She was seated on Noah’s right, so Noah was in between Angie and
Madeline.
Not many people knew about Madeline Grant’s position as the chairwoman of the
association as she had kept a low profile. However, everyone in attendance knew that any
woman who came as Noah Quincy’s partner was someone worth paying attention to.
As the three of them took their seats, heads and cameras panned in their direction.
Madeline was a new face in high society circles, so the media was naturally curious about
her. Many attendees were also busy discussing how compatible Noah and Madeline looked
together.
Angie Grant was infuriated. Madeline could spot the irritation on Angie’s sullen face from
the corner of her eye, and it pleased her to no end. Just you wait, Angie. There’s more to
come.
Looking at Madeline’s smug face, Angie could not hold back her frustration any longer.
“Noah, how did you end up coming to the ball with her? Didn’t you say you always walked
the red carpet alone? You never even walked in with me…” Angie questioned her fiancé.
“It’s nothing, I just bumped into her outside and walked in at the same time as her,” Noah
explained.
“Oh, so it was just a coincidence? I thought…” Angie’s voice was meek and pitiful, her
eyes red rimmed.
Noah’s expression darkened upon seeing Angie’s pitiful act. He was used to Angie’s bids
for sympathy, but it also exasperated him. Angie had been a loyal partner all these years,
but she always had comments about Colton’s temperament. She never failed to make
Noah feel like she suffered deeply having to take care of his difficult son.
He was grateful to her for everything she has done, and he trusted her unconditionally
too. However, as Colton began to be able to speak, it was clear to everyone he was a
normal, cheerful child, except when Angie was around. Colton despised her and was afraid
of her to some extent.
He had only recently given thought to the idea that underneath her gentle exterior, Angie
may have been mistreating Colton all this time. Perhaps Colton’s disappearance at the
cemetery or his fall off the mountain had something to do with Angie as well. As a father,
he did not dare to imagine that reality.
Noah’s thoughts consumed him, and his frustration was evident as he rubbed his brow. He
was not in the mood to deal with Angie.
The dinner officially began as the emcee took his place on the stage. Angie pushed her
thoughts about Madeline away and focused on the events of the night. According to the
schedule, the award ceremony would take place right after the opening ceremony. Angie
sat in her seat excitedly as she imagined having the coveted award in her hands. Her
heart raced as the emcee announced it was time for the awards.
It’s time! He’ll announce my name and invite me up on stage to receive my award!
Madeline was well aware of the schedule too. She knew this was the moment Angie Grant
had been waiting for. She looked at Angie trying her best to stifle any trace of excitement
on her face.
As she chuckled to herself, she felt a chill in the air, as if someone was observing her.
Goosebumps covered her skin as she lifted her head to meet Noah’s cold eyes looking
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmstraight at her.
Madeline willed her racing heart to calm down as she tried to act as normally as she could.
She took her phone out and snapped a candid photo of Noah and Angie from the side.
“Madeline, what do you think you’re doing?” Noah’s gaze never left her, his voice deep
and cold.
“You have a very handsome side profile, Noah. I couldn’t help myself!” Madeline pouted
innocently, hoping to erase Noah’s suspicions. Noah only remained silent.
“Noah, would you want the photo? You could add me on Instagram,” Madeline offered.
“There’s no need,” Noah replied curtly.
Noah was absolutely unobliging, which made Angie very pleased on the inside. That
wench was blatantly trying to seduce Noah in front of her, only for her plan to fail
spectacularly.
“Next up, the recipient for the Global Ambassador of Philanthropy award is none other
than our Princess of Charity, Ms. Angie Grant!” the emcee announced jubilantly.
As applause rang out from every corner of the ballroom, Angie stood up and thanked the
well-wishers around her. A picture of confidence and grace, she gathered her skirt as she
made her way to the stage.
The emcee announced the award presenter as none other than Noah Quincy. He stood up
and escorted Angie up the stage. With the spotlight on them, he presented the award to a
delighted Angie. This may truly be the happiest moment of her life, save for one thing.
She had to grab the opportunity right now.
Armed with courage after receiving her award, she grabbed hold of Noah’s arm as well as
the emcee’s microphone simultaneously. Noah was not particularly pleased with Angie’s
brazenness, but he let it go knowing the crowd was paying attention to their every move.
“Thank you everyone for coming out tonight for this wonderful occasion. This award is
truly a huge honor for me. On this joyous day, I’d like to take the opportunity to also
announce…. aaaahhhh!!” Angie’s scream pierced through the air.
Midway through her announcement, a vat of red liquid was thrown in her direction. Before
she knew it, she was drenched from top to toe in red paint. She was too stunned to react.
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