The party started very soon. It was only at that moment that Marigold realized it was a charity gala. They were auctioning items donated by the guests to raise funds for the people in a remote area. She didn't mind too much about these. After all, she was only there as Gilbert's date that night. The event had nothing much to do with her."You socialize, and I'll find a place to sit." She didn't plan to stick to Gilbert the whole time. After all, she knew very well that events like these are meant for socializing.Gilbert didn't decline. "Alright. Call me if you need me.""Mmhmm," Marigold nodded. After Gilbert found a spot for Marigold to sit, he turned and walked toward the crowd. He then started to chat with the guests attending the gala.Marigold held a glass of juice and ate the finger food in front of her leisurely. She felt it was not too bad. She could just take it that she was here for the free food. However, she clearly underestimated a gala like this.As Bardoff City's n
Did Lilith think she was afraid just because she remained silent? However, it made sense from Lilith's perspective. What did Marigold have at that moment? The Wagners absolutely would not acknowledge her as one of them. On the other hand, Gilbert did not give her a proper title either. She absolutely could not afford to offend anybody.At the thought of that, Lilith became bolder. She looked at Marigold's belly and sneered, "Putting aside everything else, you're quite lucky. You got pregnant after a one-night stand. How impressive."Lilith looked down on Marigold, but she was truly envious of Marigold's luck. If she could also have a child after sleeping with Gilbert, she would pluck up her courage and try, even if she had to employ a scheme. However, she knew very well that not everybody would be this lucky."I'm sorry. I have something else to attend to," Marigold said, and she was prepared to get up and leave. She truly didn't wish to sit there any longer. Looking at Lilith and
Marigold felt she had miscalculated it a little. They had more people, so she would not be their match. Perhaps she was lucky. She saw Jenny walking over at that moment and called out to her.Jenny heard her, but she did not have the intention to come and help her at all. Marigold was absolutely confused.Lilith saw Jenny as well. She originally thought Jenny would come and help Marigold, and she got worried a little. After all, she could not afford to offend the Walters.However, Jenny didn't come over. She even looked like she did not know Marigold at all and just walked straight off. Lilith burst out laughing when she saw that."You can't really think Jenny would be friends with you, right? Have you looked at yourself in the mirror? Are you even worthy?" Lilith mocked her and walked up to her. She grabbed Marigold's collar and sneered. "How does it feel like to have no one helping you? Is it very hopeless?"Marigold looked at her but said nothing.Jenny was secretly keeping a
Lilith immediately felt a chill run down her spine when she heard what he said. She couldn't believe Gilbert would truly go against the Kruegers.The Kruegers were almost as powerful as the Hawthorn Inc. If Gilbert truly were to do that, they would both end up in a lose-lose situation. She didn't believe that Gilbert would do that.With his arm around Marigold, he brought her to a different seat and brought her a cup of warm water. "Don't take what the woman said to heart. I will let her have the punishment she deserves."Marigold accepted the water Gilbert handed her. In fact, she was not afraid at all. On the contrary, her heart was pounding uncontrollably because of everything Gilbert had done."It's actually nothing. You don't have to do that for me." She had no idea who the woman from earlier was. However, seeing that she was so arrogant, she must be from a powerful family. Marigold didn't wish to bring trouble to Gilbert.Gilbert didn't have much of a reaction when he heard
Happiness was written all over her face, and she just could not hide it. When she thought of the fact that her hard work had finally paid off after such a long time, she just couldn't help but smile."Jenny, thank you." If Jenny hadn't reminded her, she might still be as careless as before. If that were the case, Gilbert probably would not fall for her.Jenny, however, didn't share the same thought. She knew Gilbert's character very well. He had always been indifferent toward outsiders, but he would slowly change after getting along with the person for some time. Jenny felt that even if she didn't say anything to Marigold, they would still end up together sooner or later if they continued to get along as they did before.She smiled at Marigold and said, "No need to thank me. This is the result of your hard work. If you really want to thank me, give me a big present when you two get married."Marigold's face instantly flushed. She said with slight embarrassment, "I still don't know
Marigold felt that she was about to lose her mind. He was deliberately seducing her, wasn't he? He clearly knew she liked him, yet he seduced her like that!She bit her lips and felt she should teach him a lesson.In the next second, she immediately took charge. She reached out her hand and held Gilbert's chin. "What do you want me to do?"Gilbert chuckled softly. This was truly extremely interesting. He said nothing, but he didn't stop moving either. He slowly got closer to Marigold, so much so that he was almost touching her lips. "Am I the one who wants it, or are you?""Damn it!" Marigold swore inwardly. She was blushing so hard that her earlobes were red. She was shy and a little nervous. She was even a little excited.Marigold felt that she should just do it. Since he had thrown himself at her, she would be wasting this opportunity if she did nothing.Right when she was about to kiss Gilbert, their car was violently hit. Fortunately, Gilbert hugged her in time. Otherwise, t
Gilbert's heart almost stopped as Marigold groaned in pain. "You—" Gilbert did not even know what to say. At that moment, he felt furious and was also in indescribable pain. However, he was feeling more worried.He held Marigold tightly, afraid she would slip away from his arms.Marigold could sense his nervousness as well. With a slight embarrassment, she said, "I'm fine. It just grazed me a little."Yes, she was grazed by the bullet. Perhaps it was too dark, but the person who fired the shot missed.Gilbert let out a sigh of relief when he heard that. What came after was rage. "Who asked you to take a bullet for me? Do you not want to live anymore?"If the shooter didn't have a bad aim, Gilbert didn't even dare to think if Marigold could live or not."I didn't think that much." At that time, she was only thinking of not letting Gilbert get shot. She truly didn't consider too much about whether she would live or die.Gilbert looked at her. He could not see her expression clea
After they returned to the villa, Gilbert brought Marigold back to the room. However, he had no intention of leaving. That made Marigold feel awkward as he did not know what he wanted."It's getting late. You should go back and rest." Marigold had no choice but to be the first to speak. She couldn't let Gilbert stay by her side in the room.Gilbert didn't leave. He looked at her and asked, "The doctor said you are not to get your arm wet, so how are you going to shower?"Marigold couldn't believe what she had heard. "I'll just skip showering today." Marigold let out a forced laugh. She was a little not used to discussing this kind of topic with him."If you want to take a shower, I can help," Gilbert offered. He even said it very seriously.Marigold strongly suspected she had heard it wrong. What did he say? He could help?As if he was afraid she would misunderstand, Gilbert quickly said, "I can ask the maid to come and help you take a shower.""No need for that. It's not a big