Chapter 165

"Who is she?" Philip's expression changed when he saw Natalie.

The smile he had earlier disappeared, and his face turned grim. Lorelei clutched Natasha's hand and gave a cold stare to Natalie.

"Grandpa Philip, it's me, Natalie. Don't you recognize me?" Natalie felt a bit uneasy as she answered.

However, Philip ignored her, turned to Joshua, and demanded, "Tell me, who is she?"

Philip's frustration was apparent. The fact that Joshua had broken his promise by bringing Natalie to the banquet left him incredulous.

The banquet hall was filled with guests who couldn't make out the words being exchanged, but the tension in the air was undeniable. The curiosity of everyone present was aroused, and all eyes turned to Philip.

Natalie refrained from speaking. She nervously squeezed her hand and cast a timid glance at Joshua, who remained expressionless by her side.

"Josh... maybe I should go. I might upset Grandpa Philip," Natalie suggested.

Joshua gripped Natalie's arm and reassured her