When His Perfect Mask Shattered I Awoke (Anneliese) novel Chapter 182

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Timothy instinctively stepped aside. “Yes, yes, of course. You’re drenched. You should hurry and get under hot water before you catch a cold…”

Jonathan didn’t bother listening. He had already strode past, heading straight into the residence. The guests who had crowded the doorway, whispering and gawking, scattered at once, making way for him without a word.

Selina’s eyes burned red as she spun toward Zacharias, stamping her foot. “Zacharias, is Mr. Fullbuster about to take Anne upstairs for a bath? That’s not appropriate… or is it?”

However, when she caught sight of Zacharias‘ dark, stormy expression, she flinched in fright.

“Jonathan! Stop right there! Hand me back my wife!” Zacharias roared, surging forward to snatch Anneliese away.

How could another man so brazenly carry off his wife in front of so many people? If Jonathan really walked through those doors with her in his arms, then Zacharias would become nothing more than Oceaton’s laughingstock, branded the fool that was made wearing the horns.

But before he had gone more than two steps, Zion blocked his path. “Mr. Shaw, mind yourself.”

That’s my wife, and I’m supposed to ‘mind myself?! Zacharias almost laughed from sheer rage, especially when he saw that Jonathan hadn’t slowed in the slightest.

Fury ignited in his chest. He drew back a fist, ready to strike Zion, when Jessica rushed over. “Wife? Oh, so you remember she’s your wife?! When Selina shoved Annie off the terrace, you were busy clutching her instead.

“When Annie was drowning and sinking, what were you doing then? Now you want to play the dutiful husband? Too late!”

She rolled her eyes so hard it nearly rattled, then grabbed Zion’s arm and hurried after Jonathan.

Guests who hadn’t recognized Jonathan’s identity earlier were buzzing now after Zacharias‘ furious shout.

“My God, no wonder he looked familiar–it’s the Fullbuster heir, the current CEO of AeroAir.”

“He knows Anneliese? What’s going on here?”

Selina stood drenched, her sheer gown heavy with water and clinging pitifully to her legs, still

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dripping as the cold wind set her teeth chattering. However, because Christopher and Zacharias had also been soaked, the household rushed to them first. No one thought to bring her a blanket.

In all her 22 years, she had never felt so invisible, so stripped bare under the scornful, mocking gazes surrounding her. She swore she could hear her heart bleeding in her ears, and the murmurs only fanned her rage higher.

Jonathan had come at my invitation. Why can’t these people see it? Are they all blind?!

As if to add insult, Timothy frowned at her. “Selina, didn’t you say Mr. Fullbuster came because you invited him? Why does it look like he knows your sister?”

“How should I know?!” Selina snapped, her voi

shrill with frustration.

The sudden outburst shattered her sweet, obedient–girl facade. Timothy stared at her, startled, his brows pulling tight.

Realizing she had gone too far, Selina quickly softened,

herself. “I’m sorry, Dad. I’m just so cold. Mr. Fullbuster, yes filling with tears as she hugged

always been a responsible man–of

course, he wouldn’t ignore it if Anne were drowning. Ah–choo!”

Only then did Timothy notice how pale and bluish her face had become from the chill. His heart squeezed with guilt, and he barked orders for the servants to fetch a blanket. Christopher hurried to scoop her up and carry her inside.

With such a scandal, Melanie’s birthday banquet was in ruins. Timothy and Melanie made a few polite remarks before announcing its early end.

The guests took no offense. After all, they had just been treated to not one, but two sensational spectacles. Still, many couldn’t resist cornering Timothy and Melanie with eager questions.

“Mr. White, you’ve been keeping secrets! When did you become acquainted with the Fullbuster heir?”

“That’s right–your family tying itself to the Fullbuster Group… this is a huge step forward. Congratulations!”

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