Chapter 192: Chapter 192

Chapter 192 Pete Is The Son Of A Tycoon Crystal followed Madison into the banquet hall.

Very much observant, she discovered that those sharing a table with them were mostly the younger generation of the Jenkins family or women who had married into the family.

In a flash, she knew that Charles truly cared about Madison.

Ritchie’s mother came over to distribute the wedding favors. Surprisingly, she politely exchanged some pleasantries with Crystal upon seeing her.

In return, Crystal handed the prepared monetary gift to her.

As Ritchie’s mother took it, her expression changed subtly. Initially, she indeed had a low opinion of Crystal. But later, the latter broke up with Henry and refused to marry him despite his wealth. That inexorably had her see Crystal in a different light.

While her son’s marriage presently was pretty good, she could tell as his mother that he was not all that happy.

Thus, she was a touch melancholic at the sight of Crystal that night.

Nonetheless, Crystal was not a person who would dwell on the past. She merely flashed the woman a smile. Just then, Pete came over and plopped down on the seat beside her, looking beyond eye-catching with his striking countenance.

Half of the people in the banquet hall swung their gazes in their direction.

Joshua was acquainted with the bride’s family, so Audrey and her family were all present. They were seated right at the adjacent table.

Seeing that Crystal was taking the limelight, Audrey grew exceedingly upset.

“That man is just a driver. You don’t need to take it to heart,” Rhea whispered.

At that, Audrey curled her lips.

Right then, she wanted to draw comparisons with Crystal in everything. In the past, she was proud due to her fame in the ranks of pianists. Unfortunately, her talent was limited, and she could not make it into the mainstream.

She had seen Crystal play the piano once, and the latter was so talented that she went green with envy.

Fortunately, she can never be a pianist again in the future! Hah! I thought she was really all that incredible, but she’s not so impressive after all. Saddened after breaking up, she found herself a driver who only has good looks to him. The only thing passable about him is his countenance!

It did not worry her much, for she was convinced that Henry would be sick of Crystal soon.

At that precise moment, Henry returned.

Considering his identity and status, he was naturally seated at the main table. Those sharing a table with him were all prominent businessmen from various industries.

David and Edward were also at that table.

Having been in the business industry for a long time, Henry could get along well with older men. He made casual conversation as he puffed away, studying Crystal out of his peripheral vision. The dress she’s wearing today is quite beautiful!

David noticed that and followed the direction of his gaze.

He then patted his son on the shoulder. “Aren’t you going over to greet Crystal?”

In response, Henry snickered softly. “With Mr. Zelcest’s son keeping her company, I’m afraid I’ve place there.”

got no Edward was socializing enthusiastically when he froze upon hearing that. “You mean Pete? Where is he?”

Before Henry could answer that, Joshua led Audrey over to greet them all.

Audrey was an expert at acting sweet. She demurely greeted David.

David loathed her to the core, but still, he grunted in acknowledgment. Subsequently, he exchanged pleasantries with Joshua.

When Audrey saw that Henry was ignoring her, she remarked with a smile, “I caught sight of Crystal. Initially, I wanted to apologize to her. Unexpectedly, she had already recovered from the breakup and isn’t only dating a driver but even brought him to the wedding banquet!”

A driver? David glanced at the table in question. Well, he’s a vibrant lad. But no matter how I look at him, he doesn’t seem like a driver Edward’s curiosity was likewise piqued. He cast a casual look over, only to be rattled in the next instant.

Oh my God, isn’t that striking man sitting among the group of ladies none other than my precious son? Haha... He appears to be over the moon and not the least bit despondent!

At once, his expression darkened. “That’s my son!”

In turn, Audrey’s lovely face stiffened.

What? That man isn’t a driver but the only son of Edward Zelcest, a business tycoon with a net worth of hundreds of billions.

Meanwhile, David chuckled. “So, that’s Pete!”

Smoking slowly, Henry commented meaningfully, “Congratulations on finding your son, Mr. Zelcest. It looks like you won’t be lonely anymore on your flight back to Hulcaster.”

Edward’s eyes remained fixed on the other table.

He found that the girl sitting beside his son was decent and mature. Pete, on the other hand, treated her with much respect and tended to her every so often. Whoa! My son is actually taking care of someone!

A lightbulb went off in his head.

Shooting to his feet, he hastened to that particular table. He placed a hand on his son’s shoulder lightly. “How impressive, brat!”

Pete made no move to hide either.

He stood up while still clinging to Crystal flirtatiously. “You’re also here, Dad!”

Mistaking the duo’s relationship, Edward chortled. “She’s your new girlfriend?”

Crystal recognized the middle-aged man in front of her, so she immediately interjected, “No, I’m—”

However, Pete cut in excitedly. “She’s my boss, Dad! She fed me when I was on the streets and even gave me a job. I’m still living in her house now. She’s indescribably good to me!”

Hearing that, Edward took another look at Crystal.

Wow, she looks beautiful and virtuous!

Right then and there, he dragged his son to the main table alongside Crystal.

Being a quick-witted person, he saw right through Pete. It was clear as day that the latter took a fancy to Crystal.

That aside, he had a sound reason. “Miss Winters is Pete’s boss, so she’s qualified to sit with us!”

Under the watchful gazes of the crowd, Crystal joined the ranks of the billionaires.

The server added two seats to the table. It just so happened that they were beside Henry. It went without saying that Crystal would not sit with him. She sat down beside David instead.

Following that, Henry quirked a brow at her somewhat provocatively.

Taking a seat, Pete sneered in a lowered voice, “Aren’t you jealous, Miller? There’s even more for you to be envious of in the future!”

However, Henry merely smirked.

Edward held Crystal in high regard and was very muchi respectful toward her in conversation. Ultimately, he decided to entrust his son to her to be trained. But then, Crystal did not dare accept that task now that she had learned of Pete’s identity.

Edward poured her a glass of almond milk and smiled at her benignly. “Miss Winters, I heard that your music center has just started its operations, and many aspects aren’t on track yet. It isn’t easy for a young girl to start a business. How about this? I’ll invest twenty million as tuition fees for this worthless son of mine.”

Whoa! That’s too much!

Crystal’s lips curved with a smile. “In that case, thank you, Mr. Zelcest!”

She poured herself half a glass of red wine and toasted the man, making it evident that she was drawing a line between personal and business. That made Edward admire her even more. He turned and said to Pete, “Put your back into learning from Miss Winters!”

Elated, Pete gave a high-sounding speech and made grand promises.

Heh! Twenty million! I’ll request for a share later!

If Crystal knew his thought, she would definitely tell him to quit dreaming when the money was already. in her pocket.

David observed the entire exchange. He was also an astute and smart man, so he instantly discerned Edward’s intentions.

Gosh, it’s obvious that he’s shoving his son into Crystal’s arms!

He threw his own son a sympathetic look.

Henry remained personable, but he was slightly bothered inwardly.

Pete flashed him a triumphant grin before excusing himself to the restroom.

When he stepped out of the cubicle, he saw Audrey standing by the door. Judging from her posture and expression, he could tell at a glance that she was used to sleeping around. With a snigger, he zipped his pants before washing his hands.

Looking all sensual, Audrey giggled. “Do you know Crystal’s past, Mr. Zelcest?”

Pete lit a cigarette. Leaning against the sink across from her, he slowly puffed away.

Just as she was about to lean close to him, he screeched, “Stay away from me! To tell you the truth, droves. of women like you would come flocking to me with a crook of my finger, and they’d all be young and single to boot. Middle-aged women who’d been married should behave better instead of going around seducing men out there every second of every day. I’m afraid of getting infected with some disease!”

At his words, Audrey’s expression changed drastically.

Pete blew a cloud of thick cigarette smoke at her face. “Move! Don’t block my path!”

Coincidentally. Crystal and Madison heard that all outside the restroom.

They promptly went to another restroom.

Smiling. Madison noted, “Pete is quite an intriguing person with a pretty fierce temperament. But are you sure you want to keep him by your side, considering his identity?”

Crystal washed her hands languidly. “His father promised me too much money by investing twenty million in my music center. I’ll take it as babysitting him.”

Utter envy swamped Madison.

Why didn’t I get a tall, dark, and handsome man? With a young pup to drive me around, make Madam Anna happy. and beget me twenty million, I’d be smiling even in my dreams!

As soon as she got jealous, a wave of nausea assailed her, Hanging over the basin, she dry-heaved for a long time. Crystal hurriedly patted her on the back. As she did so, a suspicion formed in her mind.

Don’t tell me that Madison is pregnant?