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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.

Brandon, who was

people is the right thing to do. You

now, Mr. Silverstein. Feel free to have some more

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

stepped into the elevator, she reached out to

pain? I regret not kicking him, too.” Nigel’s anger was still raging uncontrollably. How dare Steve try to hit on his woman? As such, he deserved

her, but she also felt distressed! If the man fought back, Nigel could

scare you?” After noticing that her pretty little face was still tense, he concluded she was terrified. How could she not be? It was the first time in her life that she had witnessed a fight and her boyfriend’s involvement made it

hurt to be stared

dark orbs. “Who said so? You’re my soon-to-be wife. No

reached out a hand to cover his mouth. “D-Don’t break the law because of me! I don’t want you to be imprisoned before I marry you!

after which he gave a low chuckle before he finally burst into laughter. Queenie, who was also amused,

the door

is a serious matter. You must listen to me.”

I will keep my promise and marry you. Moreover, I won’t let you spend

but roll her eyes bashfully at him. “What’re you talking about? You honestly think I don’t want you to break the law because we

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 his

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 name. Do you think

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

do?” Bonnie’s hands trembled as she clutched the

time. So, from now on, avoid overcrowded banquets. All that is required of

I can get five

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

eventually returns home and reveals her true identity? I

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 on the other end of the line calmly

about, and I get it. Your generosity to me is something I will never forget. You are like a

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,

“I-I didn’t do anything!”

the house? You accused her of stealing. What

to earn my parents’ approval, that’s

what you have! Don’t make things difficult for me

it, Aunt Lisbeth.” Bonnie addressed the woman

to transfer me the living expenses for

replied

Camdon was a childhood friend of Brandon’s 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 life went downhill rapidly. She had fallen from her former status

It was impossible to tell the good and bad of the people one might meet. Unfortunately for Maggie, she

and was completely blown away by that girl’s performance. She never expected to run into someone who looked so eerily similar to someone whom she already knew. There was a striking resemblance between the girl on stage and Queenie Silverstein, the eldest daughter of the Silverstein

pretend to be the Silverstein Family’s missing twin daughter. After conversing with that girl, Lisbeth sent her to Hogland, which was well-known for its plastic surgery, and had that girl’s face reconstructed

from the operation, the girl resembled Queenie by

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

had no idea Lisbeth had paid bribes to the DNA testing center staff to switch the girl’s hair with Queenie’s hair she had collected, which resulted in Maggie and Brandon receiving a complete DNA test report. In addition, the girl had the same birthmark on her back shoulder; it made them so happy

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

when she returned to the Silverstein Family. She tried to outdo the real

out of her dream this evening when she unexpectedly heard a former patron calling her name. She was shaken

identity was revealed, everything she currently possessed would be taken away, and she would be forced to return to clubs to 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 significant. However, she had to

her bag and returning to Silverstein Residence. As soon as she opened the door

soon? Where’s your dad?” Maggie inquired out of

I 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 up on purpose to make it more

about this? I invited some

a

be a show, a jewelry exhibition, and dinner

“I don’t think I’m coming. I get seasick, so I don’t

already signed up for you! If you get seasick, we can also take a

only option Bonnie had was to

was looking forward to

be very successful. Initially, she had about a

when she did not have any

rest of time. I am Bonnie Silverstein. Bonnie Silverstein is my name.” A pair of determined eyes could be seen

9.30PM, Queenie returned home in Nigel’s sports car. She had chosen to wear a stunning evening dress in a rose color that, combined with her natural beauty,

leave as she looked at the man seated behind

second. I’ve got something to tell you.” Nigel stopped

startled and began to wonder, He said nothing along

she inquired

“Come closer.”

between them. When their faces were so close to one another that

dominant yet tender kiss on her lips. Her lips curled up as she allowed him to kiss her,

hushed tones, he said, “I

me to convey this message? So, if we don’t

like you as well,” she confessed finally. It was a statement that she had the intention to tell

how much you will

I will.” Thrilled, Queenie stepped out

that Nigel was waving at her from the car, signaling her to enter before he left. However, she waited until he had driven off before entering. She went through the gate

the third-floor balcony saw the whole scene unfold. The person had noticed their intimate behavior in the car as well as their

would marry Nigel as she viewed him as intimidating. Even though she had met numerous men before this, she had never encountered someone like him. He had a knack for reading her mind and took great pleasure in mocking her, which left her feeling trapped and threatened. So, she had to prevent Queenie from marrying him if she wanted to keep

Queenie changed into her pajamas and went downstairs to

I’m sorry for any mistakes I’ve made in the past or offense I might have caused you. I wanted to be loved and acknowledged in this family, which is why I am

the cup in her hand, Queenie was taken aback by her words. She had been mistreated by Bonnie on so many occasions that she could not determine whether or not Bonnie was honest with her. It didn’t matter how Bonnie

remarked, “If you have

regret to resentment. Earlier, while in her room, Bonnie had racked her brain for a way to make amends with her sister and avoid any

a moment’s reflection, she realized that she could use her identity as Bonnie Silverstein to do whatever she pleased. Anyway, only Lisbeth knew the truth about her

assaulted someone? She realized it had been several days since their last conversation because she avoided calling him

A groggy voice

you beat someone up last night?”

Why? Did he come to our house?”

have beaten up someone last night. Stay away from him, even if you don’t like him. Why did

him to look for me if he comes to our home.” Nigel

out a sigh as she hung up the phone. My son has been experiencing a lot

and after glancing briefly at the display, she

girl whose information you requested. She is currently single and has no boyfriend. Maybe you could set up a blind date for Nigel so they can get

a pleasant personality since meeting her at the jewelry exhibition last time and having a little chat

comes from three generations of scholars, is beautiful in the classical sense, and has a stellar personality. There

set Nigel up on blind dates, he reacts as though I’m pleading for

this is a blind date.

responded, “Okay. Let’s do that. This Friday, we’ll all go out for dinner

“Sure, no problem.”

she ended the call. It would be wonderful if her son would get

…

Residence with his two daughters, Brandon’s gaze briefly strayed in their direction. He turned to

of

along and sit in on

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

home with your mother and listen to me,” he

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

older and is hoping to find someone to manage the company’s affairs on his behalf. Queenie attended business school, so

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

have the same credentials as Queenie, but I can run the business just as well, so please let me come along,”

before she said, “Alright!

appetite was gone, even though the meal was delectable. It turned out that her parents had decided

leave after

conduct a semi-annual stocktaking. Since both Bonnie and Queenie came to the meeting merely as observers, they were given

the report, 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 idea

she looked furtively at Queenie, who was reading the pages intently as if she understood them. It brought out an intense feeling of jealousy and anxiety in Bonnie’s heart. If Queenie was as good as she claimed to be, how could she

do you understand the number in this report?” Bonnie asked

gaze to

Immediately, Bonnie pretended to

of which sectors were profitable and which were not as well as methods to strike

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

two hours, and when it concluded, Bonnie was about to leave when Brandon called the two sisters into his office. When Bonnie saw him sitting on the couch and looking as authoritative as the head of a

was taken aback by how distant and unapproachable her father

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