Chapter 1449
Chapter 1448:
Around them, the atmosphere in the room shifted. No one had expected this outcome. Everyone had come anticipating Lance’s proposal, yet in a matter of seconds, Adah was on her way to becoming Mrs. Shaw.
While the guests struggled to process what they had just witnessed, Elliana and Cole — who had sensed this turn of events — began to applaud. They broke the silence, and soon the entire room joined in, with cheers erupting from every corner.
Without drawing attention to himself, Lance stepped back a few paces, making sure not to intrude on the moment. His feelings for Adah were real, but she had chosen Allan, and he accepted it without protest.
More than that, Allan had given her a gift he could never compete with.
Nearby, Ruben stood rigid, unable to react from the sheer shock. Adah had been one step away from becoming an Evans, and then Allan had claimed her in an instant. His presence had been overwhelming and decisive, leaving Lance no room to compete.
In that moment, the old man saw everything clearly. Elliana hadn’t been wrong. Even if his grandson had laid the entire world at Adah’s feet, he could never have matched what Allan offered her. There was no argument to be made about the outcome. All he could do was let out a long, weary sigh and accept defeat.
Across the room, Raymond — who had spent years in Ruben’s shadow — straightened with newfound confidence, triumph lighting up his face. He walked over to the other old man and released an exaggerated sigh. “Ah, the passion of youth is truly enviable. My grandson has won himself a wife who is both extraordinary and exceptional. The Shaw family will throw an unforgettable celebration p>
Ruben’s expression darkened, irritated by Raymond’s self-satisfied tone. It took considerable effort not to lunge at him and wipe that smug grin off his face.
Though Raymond sensed his fury, he paid it no mind. With a teasing glance, he added. “You should attend the wedding, Ruben p>
Then, leaving the fuming old man behind, he made his way toward Sally.
Tears of joy still glistened in her eyes as she recalled Allan’s proposal. When Raymond approached, she lowered her head slightly. “Mr. Shaw, thank you for looking after Adah all these years p>
He was beaming, as though this victory had stripped years from his age. “Taking care of family is simply my duty, so there’s no need for thanks. Just focus on your recovery, Sally. When you’re well, we’ll give them a wedding no one will ever forget p>
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“We will,” she replied, her voice warm and sincere.
Unable to contain his excitement, Raymond turned to Adah with enthusiasm. “How would you feel if the staff transformed this birthday celebration into your engagement gala right now p>
The young woman answered with a radiant smile. “Whatever you think is best — I’d be delighted p>
With her consent, the old man gave the order immediately.
Elliana had arranged everything to ensure a lavish birthday celebration for Adah, and once Raymond stepped in, the evening transformed into something even grander and more luxurious.
Held at Rosewood Villa, the party stretched well into the night, and only when the last guest departed did the estate fall quiet once more.