Chapter 156: Chapter 156

Kimberly was at the art exhibition.

Kimberly was there to help Anastasia and directed the staff to put the painting in place.

“Anastasia! There’s something wrong with that painting. Come over and have a look.” Christopher Larson, Anastasia’s assistant, ran to her and looked at her nervously.

Anastasia walked over and found that someone had deliberately destroyed the painting.

Obviously, someone did not want her art exhibition to go on smoothly.

“It’s okay. Don’t worry.” Anastasia shook her head and asked soineone to remove the painting.

Her main purpose today was not to sell paintings.

Instead, her first objective was to have a perfect ending for her life. As for her second objective, she planned to clarify for Charles and restore his reputation.

That was an important thing.

“Hasn’t Alastor come yet?” Anastasia was a little nervous. She was afraid that Alastor would promise to come but his word in the end.

go back on Kimberly glanced at the door of the exhibition hall and shook her head. “No. The exhibition will start in half an hour, but he’s not here.”:

Anastasia looked at the reporters waiting outside, who were waiting to see her making a fool of herself.

Holding her hands, Anastasia decided to take the initiative to call Alastor.

That was because, in the past few days, Alastor seemed to be serious about being together with her.

Moreover, he did promise her that he would come over.

After dialing Alastor’s number, Anastasia’s eyelids twitched violently for no reason, which was a sign of a bad omen. Alastor didn’t answer the phone.

“How’s Felicia doing with her art exhibition?” Anastasia turned around and asked Christopher.

“Felicia’s art exhibition was delayed as she said that she was not feeling well,” Christopher said nervously. “Rationally speaking, that does not affect the exhibition…”

Felicia’s art exhibition was postponed, and Alastor no longer had trouble deciding which side to go to.

“Why isn’t he here yet?” Anastasia thought.

Anastasia tightened her grip on the phone.

“Anastasia.”

It was Samantha Lexington who arrived at the entrance. She was also Charles’ wife.

“Annie, Charles couldn’t make it because of the gossip. He is still under investigation by the disciplinary commission. He asked me to come over to cheer for you.” Samantha Lexington was a gentle and kind woman. She patted Anastasia on the hand with a smile.

Anastasia’s eyes turned red, and she smiled. “Mrs. Lexington, I’m happy you are here.”

“Don’t be so formal with me.” Samantha hugged Anastasia and patted her on the back. “You are a good girl. Alastor was the one who doesn’t know how to cherish you.”

Anastasia didn’t speak, and tears welled up in her eyes.

“You said he would come over to clarify it for you and Charlie. Is that true?” Samantha asked carefully.

Public opinion also significantly impacted the direction of the investigation. They could not imagine the consequences if those verbal attacks destroyed Charles’ reputation he garnered his whole life.

It caused an uproar among the public this time. The more reputable Charles’ was in the industry, the more people were jealous of him.

Those people wanted him in trouble.

Anastasia also understood this and dared not escalate things with Alastor. She just hoped that things for the sake of their years of marriage.

he could help her clarify Some rumors would automatically be busted even if he merely made a simple explanation or attended her art exhibition.

“He promised me… He said he would come,” Anastasia whispered and firmly believed that Alastor would come.

“Annie…” Samantha pulled Anastasia aside. “I didn’t mean to pressure you, but during this period, Charlie… he has been admitted to the hospital twice. He had a weak heart, and he constantly got mad at those public opinions.”

“I often advised him not to look at those comments. I even confiscated his mobile phone, yet he secretly read them in the middle of the night. He’s not angry with those rumors about him. After all, a clear conscience fears no accusation. He just doesn’t want to see those people ruining your reputation,” Samantha sobbed.

Anastasia’s breath was burning hot. Her tears welled in her eyes, and she didn’t dare cry.

She thought, “It’s me who always brings misfortune to those who love me.”

“Annie, you can’t go on like this. The media are all in the art exhibition. If Alastor can help you clarify the rumors, Charles will feel at ease.” Samantha wiped her tears.

“Mrs. Lexington, I’m sorry.” Anastasia didn’t know what to say except apologize.

“Alastor promised me.. He will definitely come.” Anastasia still wanted to trust Alastor again.

“He gave me his word…” she mused.