Never Too Far Novel

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.

was delighted with how

dominance over these unruly people is the right thing to do. You did

now, Mr. Silverstein. Feel free to

leave her with you, then.” Brandon

as they stepped into the elevator, she

should I feel pain? I regret not kicking him, too.” Nigel’s anger was still raging uncontrollably. How dare

but she also felt distressed! If the man

she was terrified. How could she not be? It was the first time

be stared

stared at her with dark orbs. “Who said so? You’re my soon-to-be wife. No one

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! What would I do

burst into laughter. Queenie, who was also amused, covered her mouth with

the way to the elevator, and when they arrived, several guests were waiting outside the door to enter. When they saw a

You must listen to me.” Queenie glared at

your sake. I will keep my promise and marry you. Moreover, I won’t let you spend the night alone in the room on our

about? You honestly think I don’t want you to break the law because we can’t be together? That’s not what I mean! All I ask is that you always be by my

walking forward. A black car failed to notice her and nearly collided

he suggested

and anxiously

looked at the report of your DNA test with their very own eyes?” Someone

they request a retest? Then, what am I going to do?” Bonnie’s hands trembled

make up for the lost time. So, from now on, avoid overcrowded banquets. All that is required of you is to continue acting as though you are

I can

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.

second daughter is no longer alive? What if that girl eventually returns home and reveals her

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 on the other end of the line calmly reassured Bonnie. “However, you must assure me that you will share the inheritance equally with me once you receive it. Remember that I invested a lot of time

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

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!”

house? You accused her

earn

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

got it, Aunt Lisbeth.” Bonnie addressed

the living expenses

replied

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

It was impossible to tell the good

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

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

the operation, the girl resembled Queenie by

research facility. Then, she cut a

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

that she was their long-lost second daughter and embraced her with tears streaming

her true colors when she returned to the Silverstein Family. She tried to outdo the real Silverstein daughter in the family’s affection and

evening when she unexpectedly heard a former patron calling her name. She was shaken to her core

that if her 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

her tears before grabbing her bag and returning to Silverstein Residence. As soon as she opened the door and stepped inside, she

Where’s your dad?” Maggie inquired

came home right away. Mom, I don’t like these banquets because they are too boring. I don’t wish to attend

this? I invited

be a

We’re going for two weeks! There will be a show, a jewelry exhibition, and dinner on a cruise.” Maggie couldn’t

think I’m coming. I get seasick, so I don’t want to go on the cruise. You

I’ve already signed up for you! If you get seasick, we can

exhausted now. I’m going back to my room.” The only option Bonnie had was to agree for the time being

she was looking forward to

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

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 a firm

Bonnie Silverstein is my name.” A pair of determined eyes could be seen

chosen to wear a stunning evening dress in a rose color that, combined with her natural beauty,

Queenie was hesitant to leave as she looked at the man seated behind the

to tell you.” Nigel stopped Queenie

to wonder, He said nothing along the way, so what

she inquired while

“Come closer.”

did the same to close the distance between them. When their faces were so close to one another that they could feel each

that moment, he reached out and rested his palm on the back of her head before leaning in to seal a dominant yet tender kiss on her lips. Her lips curled up as she allowed him to kiss her,

he said, “I like

convey this message? So, if we don’t kiss, he won’t say

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

how much you will miss me tonight,” Nigel reminded

Queenie stepped out of

left. However, she waited until he had driven off before entering. She went through

their intimate behavior in the car as well as

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

shower in the evening, Queenie changed into

mistakes I’ve made in the past or offense I might have caused you. I wanted to be

She had been mistreated by Bonnie on so many occasions that she could not

“If you have nothing to do, you should get to

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

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

son had beaten someone. How could her son have assaulted someone? She realized it had been

A

did you beat someone up last night?” Brenda asked

just didn’t like him. Why? Did he come to our house?”

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

beating him later. Tell him to look for me if he comes to our home.” Nigel whimpered slightly.

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

briefly at the display,

ask the girl whose information you requested. She is currently single and has no boyfriend.

a pleasant personality since meeting her at the jewelry

classical sense, and has a

up on blind dates, he reacts as though I’m

to join you for dinner, but don’t tell him that this is a

a shot, so she responded, “Okay. Let’s do that. This Friday, we’ll all go out for dinner together, and you can ask that girl out while I ask

“Sure, no problem.”

eyes sparkled with excitement as she ended the call. It would be wonderful if her son would get married this year so that she could have grandchildren in the

…

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

of

come along and sit in

words, she complained, “Why can’t I

home with your mother and listen

A growing sense of resentment caused Bonnie to slam her

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

that my father intends to hand over

as Queenie, but I can run the business just as well, so please let me

Brandon exchanged glances before she said, “Alright! You

discovered that her appetite was gone, even though the meal was delectable. It turned out

leave

merely as observers, they were given seats at the end. After taking a seat, Bonnie saw that Queenie was perusing the report on their performance that had

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 what the numbers on

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.

this report?” Bonnie asked

to her. “Don’t you

course, I can.” Immediately, Bonnie pretended to

cover, Queenie started paying attention in the summary meeting and taking note of which

uninterested, and she couldn’t make heads or tails

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 major corporation, her heart

distant and unapproachable her father appeared, especially considering how

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