Chapter 34: I'll Say It Again

Evelyn was seething inwardly. Just a few days ago, Jonathan had saved her, causing her opinion of him to shift. But now... it had swung back again. "What should I call you in the future, Evelyn?" Evelyn answered grumpily, “Call me whatever you want." Being called this was better than being called a woman. As the two entered the banquet hall, many eyes were drawn to them. Evelyn was already an unparalleled beauty and now, she was managing the Ford Group. A girl who was both capable and beautiful naturally attracted a lot of attention. Her appearance drew nearly everyone's gaze. Jonathan, originally handsome, was usually hidden by his regular dress. Now, dressed in an expensive suit and standing next to Evelyn, he gave off a feeling of a perfect match of male talent and female beauty. "What a lovely pair, who are they? Why haven't I seen them before?" "Are you serious? You don't know Evelyn? She's currently the one in power at the Ford Group!" "What! It's really her. Indeed, she has the Ford family's aura, something an ordinary woman cannot match. And who's the man at her side? Which family's young master is he?" "I'm...not sure, but anyone who can stand beside Evelyn is definitely not ordinary. Maybe he's a young master from a big family. Just look at his demeanor, it's not ordinary." The people around were whispering, their gazes filled with a hint of admiration. With the Ford family prospering, countless companies are rushing to cooperate. As soon as Evelyn appeared, she immediately became the center of attention. At this moment, on the other side of the banquet hall, a cold gaze was locked onto Jonathan. Luna never thought that she would see Jonathan here. She immediately snorted, "This country bumpkin dares to come to this banquet. What gives him the right!" Andrew also looked over and frowned, "Really, how did he get in? What are the security guards at the door doing, letting this country bumpkin get in!" At this time, David, who was talking to an old friend, looked over, "What's wrong with you two?" "Nothing, Grandfather. It's just that I encountered a guy who disgusts me. Do you remember the country bumpkin who proposed to our Tatham family before?" David frowned, "Is it him? How did he come here? What qualifies him?" Matthew said, "Dad, does he have some background we don't know about?" "Uncle, you're overthinking. It's just a country bumpkin. What kind of background could he have? Besides, even if he has a background, he's doomed. He offended the Cropper family. In a few days, he'll probably disappear from Skyward State." Andrew sneered. Luna also nodded, "Andrew is right. It's just a country bumpkin. Grandfather, you don't have to worry about him." Andrew smiled, "If the old patriarch dislikes him, I will kick him out right away, so as not to affect your mood." "Hmm, that would be a big help." David nodded, he didn't want to see Jonathan either. Luna said, "I'll go with you." She looked at Jonathan, her eyes full of disdain. Jonathan, this is a place for high-class people, not a place for a country bumpkin like you. Today, I will let you see the gap between us! You, a country bumpkin, are destined to farm in the countryside. You want to rise above your station? You're not qualified! At this time, Evelyn was explaining some rules of the banquet to Jonathan. However, Jonathan ignored all the rules, only remembering where to drink and where to eat. Seeing Jonathan's indifferent expression, Evelyn was about to speak when a middle-aged man in a suit walked over. "Mr. Ford, long time no see, you've become even more beautiful." Evelyn gave a slight smile, "It turns out to be Mr. Zimmer. Indeed, it's been a long time." "Hahaha, after our last cooperation, our group has been looking for opportunities to work with your group again and grow together. What are Mr. Ford's intentions?" "We were very satisfied with our last cooperation. If Mr. Zimmer is willing, we can certainly work together again." "Great, let's settle it then. By the way, who is this?" Mr. Zimmer looked at Jonathan. Evelyn smoothed a strand of hair behind her ear, "This is my friend, Jonathan. Jonathan, this is Mr. Zimmer." After the introduction, Evelyn looked at Jonathan nervously. She knew that Jonathan was usually straightforward and didn't care about the situation when he spoke. Although Jonathan was stunned, he wasn't stupid. He had seen this scene on TV many times, so he could at least pretend. He immediately extended his hand and said, "Nice to meet you, Mr. Zimmer. We'll have plenty of opportunities to work together in the future." "Certainly, I didn't expect Mr. Cornell to be friends with Mr. Ford. It seems that we have another young talent in Skyward State." Seeing that the two were getting along well, Evelyn was a bit surprised. She didn't expect Jonathan to have this side to him. Looking at Jonathan's smiling face, a smile unconsciously appeared on Evelyn's face. This guy, when he's serious, isn't that annoying... But at this moment, a voice suddenly came out. "How can a high-class banquet like this let in a country bumpkin? It's really uncomfortable. My mood was quite good, but now it's all ruined. Country bumpkin, get out right now, don't be an eyesore here!" The one who spoke was Andrew. Beside him were Luna, Isaac, and Chloe, all of whom looked at Jonathan with disgust. Andrew's words instantly made the harmonious atmosphere stiff. For a moment, everyone's gaze gathered, looking curiously. Luna also coldly said, "Country bumpkin, you really have some nerve, deceiving the Ford family to bring you to the banquet. I know you want to use this to get into high society, but don't forget, no matter how you disguise yourself, you can't change the fact that you're a country bumpkin. This is not a place for you!" Jonathan looked coldly at Luna and the others. These people provoked him again and again, did they really think he was a pushover? Evelyn, standing to the side, had a chill on her pretty face. Although she was often angry with Jonathan, she already considered him a friend. Jonathan had saved both her and her grandfather. This kindness was always in her heart. Now that someone dared to insult Jonathan in public, she naturally wouldn't accept it. "Jonathan is my friend. By humiliating him in public, are you treating me, Evelyn, as if I don't exist?" At this moment, Evelyn seemed to transform into Athena, defending Jonathan. Luna said, "Ms. Ford, don't be deceived by him. I don't know how he tricked you, but don't believe him. He definitely has ulterior motives for getting close to your Ford family. Being friends with this kind of person will only harm you!" Luna's words immediately stirred up a wave of discussion among the people around. "What, this young man came from the countryside? That's impossible. I think this gentleman has quite a good temperament." "That's not necessarily true. Ms. Tatham's words are not groundless. Maybe this young man really is a deceitful country bumpkin." "I can't believe that Mr. Ford would know this kind of person. The Ford family is going to lose face this time." Hearing the discussion around him, Jonathan sneered and said, "You bitter woman, are you so upset just because I didn't want you? Do you have to follow me around like a scorned woman? Let me repeat what I said before, even if you were given to me for free, I wouldn't want a woman like you!"