Her Precious Baby

Chapter 253

Even though Angeline had been in the entertainment industry for many years, there was still a moment of hesitation as she turned on the phone. One tiling was for sure, she needed to steel herself for what was to come.

Once her phone had booted up, she was immediately flooded with countless missed calls from several companies. From the looks of it, even the bigwigs who seldom showed up in public had also come crawling out of the woodwork.

Nancy, too, had texted her: I'll handle tilings back at the office, so don't show yourself for the time being. Try to keep it on the down-low for as long as you can. That said, you should prepare yourself for having your contract terminated by the company. I'll do my best to fight for your compensation package!

Upon realizing the gravity of the situation, Angeline felt tears welling up in her eyes.

After all these years, the thing that worries me the most has finally happened. I've been with this company since my debut, and I wouldn't have gone from being an influencer to an A-list celebrity if it weren't for their help. Alas, I've caused irreparable damage this time around. I suppose one could even say I've ruined my own reputation... The company directors must be so riled up that they're ready to cut off all ties with me!

Ding!

Just as Angeline was still immersed in her thoughts, the phone in her hand suddenly rang again.

She instinctively held it up, only to realize a new article had popped onto her social media feed.

Breaking news! Golding Group held a press conference earlier today, and Old Mrs. Golding attended with the granddaughter-in law of her choice—Olivine Sherrock. She's also announced that Evander

Golding and Olivine Sherrock will be tying the knot on the fifteenth of the following month!

Having read the article in full, Angeline staggered back and began trembling uncontrollably.

Tying the knot? Wait a minute... Didn't Evander tell me he has already called off his engagement with Olivine? Has he been lying to me this whole time? Did he also give the green light for this press conference?

A hint of doubt flashed across Angelinas eyes as she unwittingly clicked on the video embedded in the article.

The next second, Valerie's voice boomed out. “Hello, everyone. As you know, the Golding family is one of the most prestigious families, so naturally, I have to find a granddaughter-in-law who's well-matched with my grandson. There's no way I'll let those scheming and scandalous female celebrities taint my family's legacy.”

Valerie was undeniably bold, and she had mercilessly destroyed the image of the acting industry with just her words.

However, given the power she held, it went without saying that no one dared to question her.

To make matters worse. Angeline could also tell that Valerie's hurtful words were directed at her.

“I've known Olivine since she was a little girl, and she's a proper, accomplished lady in all aspects. Besides, we've already agreed on the engagement with the Sherrock family a while back...”

For the rest of the video, the ringing in Angeline's ears became so loud that she couldn't hear anything else.

All she saw was Valerie holding Olivine's hands lovingly, yet to her, the entire scene was utterly painful to watch.

Feeling as though she had been drained of every ounce of her strength. Angeline had to press her hand on the table to steady herself.

A bitter smile spread across her face as her heart instantaneously chilled to ice.

Ha! Wliat a happy event, huh? Old Mis. Golding's appearance has only confirmed the rumors that the unscrupulous media companies fabricated about me. Now, everyone will see me as a promiscuous woman who fooled around with Evander...

After listening to the video, Floretta threw her drawing away angrily and stomped her feet. “How dare they! Ms. Sherrock has gone too far. I can't believe she's bribed Great-grandma again to do something so ridiculous. I object to this wedding!”

Alas, when she looked up and saw how distraught Angeline was, she quickly hugged the latter's leg and cried out in fright. Property belongs to Nôvel(D)r/ama.Org.

“Please don't scare me, Angel. Great-grandma has been threatening Daddy with the engagement to Ms. Sherrock every day. but he's always turned it down. I'm sure he won't give in this time, either!”

Upon hearing that. Angeline felt somewhat comforted and pulled Floretta into a hug.

She's right. Evander hasn't agreed to it. Moreover, he has always been against this engagement with Olivine. He won't compromise this time either, will he?

Meanwhile, at Golding Group, Evander had just returned to his office after a busy morning of back-to- back meetings.

By the time he turned on the television, the press conference had ended, but the damage was already done.

The more he watched the replay, the colder and darker liis gaze became.

Wliat the hell... I can't believe Grandma has pulled such a stunt behind my back while I was busy with work! She even had the gall to set the wedding date without asking me!

At that moment, Sylas ran into the room in such a panic that he didn't even knock on the door. “Boss. I've only just found out about the wedding announcement. Did you agree to it?”

A few seconds later, he was hit by a thick magazine thrown at him.

“Wliat do you think?” Evander thundered, his face absolutely livid. “Wliat the hell have you been doing? Why would you let them hold this press conference?”

Unsurprisingly, Sylas was trembling with fear.

“Cahn down. Boss. I was at a meeting in the eastern part of the city and rushed back as soon as I learned about the news,” he explained. “From what I heard, Old Mis. Golding had gone straight to the HR department manager, and there's no way a cowardly man like him would've defied her...”

Evander couldn't help but narrow liis eyes as he let out a derisive snort.

Ha! Bravo. I always thought Grandma stopped meddling in company affairs because she wanted to enjoy her twilight years. Who knew' she'd screw me over like this? Then again, I'll never let myself be at the mercy of others. More importantly, I won't many a woman I don't love!

Evander suppressed his anger and grabbed the suit jacket on the couch. “Get the car. We're heading to the Golding residence!”

Sylas hastily followed behind, but just as they were about to reach the door, it was suddenly pushed open.

The next second, Valerie walked in with Olivine holding her aim.

“Who are you going to look for?” the elderly woman asked, her tone terse and somber.

“Old Mis. Golding,” Sylas greeted politely.

Even though Evander remained in liis spot, his gaze had softened a little at the sight of liis grandmother.

“Grandma.”

Valerie immediately slammed her walking stick against the marble floor and scoffed. “So, you still know' I'm your grandmother, hull? How could you have done something so shameful?”

Evander's face clouded over.

“That's harsh. Grandma. I don't get what you mean.”

With Olivine's support, Valerie walked into the office and surveyed the room.

When she finally saw a multi-generation photo of the Golding family, she sighed heavily.

“Back then, Golding Group was only a small company. Your grandfather and I suffered a lot as we worked to build it from the ground up. And more often than not, the higher in life you go, the more responsibility you have to bear. You can't always let your emotions dictate your response. Take your father as an example. He passed away early because he was far too emotional.”

Valerie looked sad as she talked about her late son, yet at the same time, her words had managed to touch a nerve in Evander.