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Queenie appeared to have dressed up specifically for tonight’s event. Could she possibly have known that her father would attend the banquet with Bonnie? That had to be the case and Queenie was here to embarrass her intentionally. How evil of her!

Meanwhile, Lina took advantage of the chance to approach Nigel and greeted him, “Hi, Nigel, it’s nice to see you again.”

Nigel responded with a slight nod before turning his head to search for Queenie. At that moment, two young men stood next to her, and they were Brandon’s friends’ sons. While they were going around greeting the various guests, they happened to notice Queenie. They didn’t miss the opportunity to chat with her, and she couldn’t be impolite to them because her father was friends with their parents.

Nigel happened to catch sight of that scene and an instantaneous surge of possessive desire swept through his chest. Contrarily, Lina attempted to buy him a drink by calling the waiter and preparing to pass him a glass of wine.

However, just as she took the wineglass in her hand, Nigel was nowhere to be found.

“Nigel, let’s have a—” She looked down at her red wine glass in shame as she watched him leave without saying anything. A flame of resentment flared in her eyes as she caught sight of the girl whom he was approaching. It turned out that the girl he was walking toward was Queenie, and the moment he was close enough to her, the first thing he did was give her a warm embrace around the waist.

“Your friends, Queenie?” Nigel inquired naturally.

Queenie was slightly embarrassed by his affectionate embrace. Then, she introduced him to the two men but barely knew their last names.

“My girlfriend and I have to greet a few elders now. Please excuse us.” Nigel excused himself from the two young men and walked away with her in his arms.

“My dad is over there. Do you want to say hello?” she asked him.

He already knew Brandon was here, so he nodded. “Of course.”

Brandon was conversing with his friends when he suddenly noticed Nigel and beamed with excitement. “You’re here, Nigel,” he exclaimed.

Nigel greeted, “Hello, Mr. Silverstein.”

Since Nigel had rarely socialized with Brandon’s group of friends, many of them were unfamiliar with him. In addition, he maintained a low profile, and no one appeared to have heard of him.

“Who is this young boy, Brandon?”

“He’s my daughter’s boyfriend.”

“What a good-looking boy. Which family is he from?” One of them was curious when he noticed the plutocratic aura Nigel exuded.

Brandon replied boastfully, “This hotel belongs to Nigel’s family.”

The hotel was managed by the Manson Group, so could the young man before them be the next in line to succeed as the group’s heir apparent?

“What a lucky man you are, Brandon! I can’t believe your daughter is seeing such an outstanding man. That makes me envious!”

Soon, Brandon’s group of friends started expressing their envy for him. After having such a beautiful daughter, he was able to attract a wealthy son-in-law! What a blessing!

Brandon let out a hearty laugh, and Queenie could feel her father’s happiness as she sneakily glanced at Nigel. She was thrilled that he could make her father proud.

“Please continue with your conversation and have fun. We’ll be heading off to greet other guests,” Nigel said. “We’ll be back in a bit, Mr. Silverstein.”

“Go on!” Brandon nodded.

Bonnie, who stood nearby, almost crushed the wineglass that she was holding. She was no longer in the mood to head out tonight in search of a wealthy, eligible bachelor because Queenie had ruined her mood entirely.

Meanwhile, Lina rejoined her group of friends. They had all witnessed her futile attempt to initiate a conversation with Nigel, so they began muttering.

“What’s so good about Queenie? She’s not as beautiful as Lina.”

“Exactly! You can tell she’s an escort by looking at her sister.”

“Bonnie is still useful to me. Don’t say that in front of her,” Lina warned her friends. She could tell at a glance that Bonnie had a significant setback. Although they shared a family tree, it was clear that she was more like a leaf than her sister, Queenie, who was more like a flower in full bloom.

Therefore, it was understandable that Bonnie was upset.

Bonnie’s demeanor was gloomy as she walked out onto the balcony. Shortly after she had settled in for some peace, a man’s voice asked her tentatively from behind, “Nina? Are you Nina?”

The mere mention of that name sent shudders through her entire body. Instantaneously, she covered her face with her hands and huffed, “You have the wrong person. I’m not Nina.”

“I’m sorry, Miss. You resemble someone whom I know, and I may have mistaken you for her.” His words were followed by an awkward pause during which he appeared to collect his thoughts. Then, he sipped the glass of wine he was holding before he walked away.

Bonnie waited until the man had left before she lowered her hands. There was frantic worry written all over her face. How could this be? Given that I have undergone such drastic changes to look like her, how can anyone possibly recognize me?

It dawned on her that it wouldn’t be sensible to stay, so she opened the door from the opposite side, took the elevator to the hall, and then called her father.

“Dad, I have something up, so I’ll be leaving first,” she informed him.

Brandon didn’t say much to her and allowed her to head home. Meanwhile, she was in a cab with her hands tightly clasped due to her anxiety. She felt as though her deepest secret had been disclosed. Although that person didn’t recognize her, it was a sign that her disguise would be uncovered sooner or later.

The only person who knew about Bonnie’s past was herself, and she vowed never again to bring up the traumatic memories.

“No. I’m Bonnie Silverstein. I’m Bonnie Silverstein—” she muttered to herself nervously.

The driver was startled by her utterance as he turned to ask her, “Miss, are you alright?”

“I’m fine,” she answered him, albeit a little fiercely.

She bit her lower lip to suppress her panic and fear. The past was no longer relevant; from now on, she would be known as Bonnie Silverstein, the Silversteins’ second daughter.

At the banquet hall, Queenie was introduced to Nigel’s group of close friends and acquaintances. Some of them eyed him with envy, wondering where he had gotten his hands on such a beautiful woman. When she was introduced to the group, one of the men couldn’t help but stare at her. He was known for being a playboy, and she had piqued his interest tonight. When Nigel gets tired of her, I’m going to have her all to myself.

She sensed the man’s presumptuous gaze and that made her extremely uncomfortable. Then, she reached out, grabbed Nigel’s arm, and urged him to leave.

Unbeknownst to her, Nigel was also staring at the man. He had done so ever since the man started to give Queenie the eye.

Nigel gave a ferocious glare. Then, he gently pried open her hand while commanding her, “Stand here and don’t move.”

Before she could respond, he violently raised his fist and landed a punch in the face of that presumptuous man. There was no time for the man to react before he was knocked to the ground. He tipped over a table before he was soaked in wine and made a general mess.

“What are you doing, Nigel Manson?” the man roared as he was helped to his feet by his friend.

Queenie was taken aback when she saw that. She covered her mouth as she stared at Nigel, who emanated an aura of menace. Then, she found out he’d gotten into an argument with another man over her.

“Do you want to lose your sight? How dare you stare at my woman!” Nigel’s handsome features were veiled in a stern expression and his dark orbs glowed with a piercing and frigid radiance.

The man’s sense of guilt made him holler, “You must be sick, Nigel! What’s wrong with me staring at her? Is that against the law?”

Nigel clenched his teeth and growled, “I dare you to stare at her again with those beastly eyes!”

The uproar startled everyone in the banquet hall, and when they saw the two parties fighting, it dawned on them that both came from wealthy families. They did not risk offending or trying to persuade them, so instead, they chose to observe the heated show from the sidelines.

Brandon pushed his way through the crowd and inquired anxiously, “What happened, Queenie?”

Queenie reached out to grab Nigel’s arm and urged him, “Let’s go, Nigel!”

Instantaneously, Nigel transformed into a tamed werewolf. After ensuring her safety, he reached over and stroked the back of her head while he assured her, “Don’t be afraid.”

As the commotion unfolded, Lina watched from a distance. She did not anticipate Nigel, who had maintained a low profile, to fight for Queenie! In addition, he had thrashed another wealthy heir from a well-known company in Averna.

Was it worthwhile to stand up for Queenie?

The man who had been beaten was called Steve Nolan. He came from a wealthy family and was a member of the same social circle as Nigel. In addition, his vile personality was well-known among his peers. It was rumored that he had a penchant for hooking up with women and that he sought only attractive women.

As a result, Nigel’s anger surfaced almost immediately when Steve looked at Queenie earlier. Even if he had continued staring at Queenie for another two seconds, it would be regarded as insulting her.

“Just you wait, Nigel Manson. We’re not done yet.” After leaving those words, Steve walked away while he was aided by his friend.

“Are you alright, Nigel?” Lina seized the opportunity, approached him, and asked in a concerned tone.

“I’m fine,” he replied and took Queenie’s hand. “Let’s go.”

Lina turned around and exhibited an evident expression of disappointment upon seeing their backs. At that moment, she was feeling quite envious of Queenie. She admired Nigel’s manliness but knew she could not claim him as her own.

Queenie approached Brandon, who was delighted with how Nigel

is the right thing to do. You

send Queenie back home now, Mr. Silverstein. Feel free to have some

I’ll leave her with you, then.” Brandon nodded, relieved

elevator, she reached out

raging uncontrollably. How dare Steve try to hit on his

was relieved that he was protecting her, but she also

tense, he concluded she was terrified. How could she not be? It was the first time in her life that

to be stared at—” Queenie

dark orbs. “Who said so? You’re my soon-to-be

law because of me! I don’t want you to be imprisoned before

before he finally burst into laughter. Queenie, who

two of them laughed all the way to the elevator, and when they arrived, several guests were waiting outside the door to enter.

a serious matter. You must listen to me.” Queenie glared at

will never do anything illegal for your sake. I will keep my promise and marry you. Moreover, I won’t let you spend the night

to break the law because we can’t be together?

making that statement, her face flushed as she continued walking forward. A black car failed to notice her and nearly collided with her,

eat before I send you home,” he suggested as he held her hand and led her to

the Silverstein Residence. She frantically reached for her phone, tapped a few numbers, and anxiously asked, “I’m scared. When I arrived at the banquet earlier today, someone unexpectedly called my actual

worry. You’re now the Silverstein Family’s second daughter. Nobody will doubt you. Do you remember that they looked at the report of your DNA test

am I going to do?” Bonnie’s hands trembled as she clutched the phone in her fearful

you with double the amount of affection to make up for the lost time. So, from now on, avoid overcrowded banquets. All

I can

if you don’t have five billion, three billion is enough to make a fortune. This is a corporation owned by the Silverstein Family that has been around for a century, and while I am unsure of their precise value in today’s market, the Silverstein Family has promised that they will leave you half of any inheritance. Just be patient

longer alive? What if that girl eventually returns home and reveals her true identity? I will be

Family’s second daughter was only three years old when she went missing. How could a three-year-old child remember who they were? It’s likely that she’s still living in an orphanage. Furthermore, she is now a common person excluded from high-society circles. No matter how hard she tries, she will never know who she really is.” The woman

and I get it. Your generosity to me is something I will never forget. You are like a second parent because you provided me with everything

you are as the Silversteins’ second daughter. Don’t try to pull any fast ones, and don’t forget who you were before this! How can you possibly compare your life as the second daughter of the Silversteins to someone responsible for entertaining guests? Stop behaving like that if you don’t want to return to that terrible life.” The other woman sounded resentful, suggesting that she was aware of Bonnie’s

“I-I didn’t do anything!”

that maid, Courtney, out of the house? You accused her of

wanted to earn my parents’

have already been showered with more love and affection than Queenie. Just be grateful for what you have! Don’t

it, Aunt Lisbeth.” Bonnie addressed the woman by her

forget to transfer me the living

replied in

wife, Maggie Elmhurst. In the past, Lisbeth’s life was picture perfect; she married into a wealthy family, and her husband was successful. However, after his death, her son was arrested for gambling debts, and her

was impossible to tell the good and bad of the people one might meet. Unfortunately for Maggie, she made friends with an ambitious and

met a girl dancing on stage and was completely blown away by that girl’s performance. She never expected to run into someone who looked

her life’s shambles that she suddenly had a bold idea. She wanted the girl to pretend to be the Silverstein Family’s missing twin daughter. After conversing with that girl, Lisbeth sent her to Hogland, which

her recovery from the operation, the girl resembled Queenie by ninety

a story for the girl’s adoptive parents and took Maggie and her husband to a DNA research facility. Then, she cut a strand of the girl’s

staff to switch the girl’s hair with Queenie’s hair she had collected, which resulted in Maggie and Brandon receiving a

was their long-lost second daughter and embraced her with tears streaming down their faces. Hence, she was known as

Bonnie went from being submissive to gradually showing her true colors when she returned to the Silverstein Family. She tried to outdo the real Silverstein daughter in the family’s affection and eventually

evening when she unexpectedly heard a former patron calling her

earn a living and entertain customers. She transferred funds to Lisbeth, leaving her with approximately one million in her account. Moreover, Bonnie could have had more money if she’d asked for it, but she began to feel that the total amount was less

soon as she opened the door and stepped inside, she

Where’s your dad?”

was bored, so I came home right away. Mom, I don’t like these banquets because they are too boring. I don’t wish to attend these events anymore.” Bonnie spoke

true. That kind of banquet is no fun at all. How about this? I invited some friends to an island

be a

and dinner on a cruise.” Maggie couldn’t wait to bring her

been traumatized by crowded places, so she quickly waved her hands and declared, “I don’t think I’m coming. I get seasick, so I don’t want to go on the

I’ve already signed up for you! If you get seasick, we can also take a helicopter,”

room.” The only option Bonnie

wrong with her daughter. On the contrary, she was looking forward to the opportunity to introduce her daughter to her

in front of the mirror in the room. After a moment of scanning both directions, she began to regain her composure. The operation that she had undergone turned out to be very successful. Initially, she had about a sixty percent similar appearance to Queenie, and there

apply her makeup daily, no one would be able to notice how drastically different she appeared when she did not have any makeup on. In addition, her makeup application skills were exceptional, and she has

mine to keep for the rest of time. I am Bonnie Silverstein. Bonnie Silverstein is my name.” A pair of determined eyes could

to wear a stunning evening dress in a rose color that, combined with her natural beauty, was enough to make anyone’s heart skip

hesitant to leave as she looked at the man seated behind

second. I’ve got something to

He said nothing along the way, so

she inquired

“Come closer.”

him and Nigel did the same to close the distance between them. When their faces were so close to one another that they could feel each other’s breath, she

rested his palm on the back of her head before leaning in to seal a dominant yet tender kiss on

tones, he said, “I like

he deliberately kiss me to convey this message? So, if we don’t kiss, he won’t

you as well,” she confessed finally. It was a statement that

much you will miss me

I will.” Thrilled, Queenie stepped out of the

signaling her to enter before he left. However, she waited until he had driven off before entering. She went through the gate reluctantly but was relieved to see him turning around to drive away. It was only

their intimate behavior in the car as well

for reading her mind

a shower in the evening, Queenie changed into

might have caused you. I wanted to be loved and acknowledged in this family, which is why I am

that she could not determine

Queenie brushed past her, she remarked, “If you have nothing to do, you should get

with an expression that shifted from regret to resentment. Earlier, while in her room, Bonnie had racked her brain for a

could use her identity as Bonnie Silverstein to do whatever she pleased. Anyway, only Lisbeth knew the truth about

morning at Manson Residence, Brenda couldn’t help but be shocked when she received a message from a friend informing her that her son had beaten someone. How could her son have assaulted someone? She realized

Mom.” A groggy

beat someone up last

didn’t like him. Why? Did he come

shouldn’t have beaten up someone last night. Stay away from him, even if

was beating him later. Tell him to look for me if he comes to our home.”

hung up the phone. My son has been experiencing a lot of stress lately due to

rang again, and after glancing briefly at the display, she

has no boyfriend. Maybe you could set up a blind date for Nigel so they can get to know

with this girl, and I’ve noticed she has a pleasant personality since meeting her at

three generations of scholars, is beautiful in the classical sense, and

he reacts as though I’m pleading for his

that this is a blind

when she realized that her friend had a fantastic idea, and she knew she ought to give it a shot, so she responded, “Okay. Let’s

“Sure, no problem.”

if

…

Brandon’s gaze briefly strayed in their direction. He turned to Queenie and asked, “Queenie, are you available at

sort of

like you to come along and sit in on a

heard his words, she complained, “Why can’t I

home with your mother

gets to go and I don’t?” A growing sense of resentment caused Bonnie to slam

dad is getting older and is hoping to find someone to manage the company’s affairs on his behalf. Queenie attended business school, so she is more qualified than you to join the company and oversee operations,”

amplified by that remark. Does this imply that my father intends to hand over the company to

same credentials as Queenie, but I can run the business just as well,

Brandon exchanged glances before she said, “Alright! You

but she soon discovered that her appetite was gone, even though the meal was delectable. It turned out that her parents had

we’ll leave after

Bonnie and Queenie came to the meeting merely as observers, they were given seats at the end. After taking a seat, Bonnie saw that

Bonnie flipped through a few pages and was astounded to see that, aside from the handful of words written in the local language at the introduction, the rest of the report was written in a foreign language. She had no

intense feeling of jealousy and anxiety in Bonnie’s heart. If Queenie was as good as she claimed to be, how could she beat Queenie for the company’s

do you understand the number in this report?” Bonnie

her gaze to

can.” Immediately, Bonnie pretended to be

started paying attention in the summary meeting and taking note of which sectors

was remarkably uninterested, and she couldn’t make heads or tails of what was being discussed by the managers

his office. When Bonnie saw him sitting on the couch and looking as authoritative as the head of

taken aback by how distant and unapproachable her father appeared,

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