Chapter 379

The elite crowd around them held their collective breath.

Evelyn's sharp words had clearly struck a nerve with Olivia Sinclair.

A smirk played on Evelyn's lips as she took in Olivia's thunderous expression.

Seeing the usually composed socialite rattled gave her immense satisfaction.

After all, what did it matter if Olivia was close friends with Mr. Black's wife? A wife who received neither respect nor affection might as well be invisible.

Just as Evelyn prepared to deliver another verbal blow, Olivia finally spoke. "Before concerning yourself with others' affairs, perhaps you should tend to your own household. Rumor has it your son was recently caught in a rather... compromising position with two escorts. How much did that scandal cost you to bury?"

Evelyn's triumphant expression shattered like glass.

Before she could formulate a response, Olivia continued, her voice dripping with honeyed venom. "And isn't your daughter-in-law nearing her due date? How utterly shameful that your son chooses this moment to disgrace your family name. Were I her mother, I'd have that worthless boy of yours beaten within an inch of his life."

Evelyn's face flushed crimson with rage and humiliation.

Her lips trembled, but no words emerged.

Olivia's arrows had found their mark, and everyone present knew the truth behind her accusations.

The incident she referenced had already become society's worst-kept secret.

The assembled guests exchanged nervous glances, their throats tight with tension.

Compared to Evelyn's petty remarks, Olivia's counterattack had been nothing short of devastating.

Without awaiting a reply, Olivia turned on her heel and strode away, her posture radiating icy dignity.

Evelyn stood frozen, her jaw clenched so tightly her teeth threatened to crack.

Meanwhile, across the glittering ballroom, Alexander Prescott approached Nathan Black.

With Theodore momentarily absent, the two men stood alone.

"Nathan," Alexander began, his voice low but carrying an edge. "Have you given any thought to your situation with Evelyn?"

Nathan's brow furrowed instantly.

He turned sharply toward Alexander, his voice barely above a whisper. "What exactly are you implying?"

Alexander's lips curved into a knowing smile. "If you're still determined to divorce Evelyn, I might consider expressing my own feelings toward her. So I'm asking... what are your thoughts on that?"

Nathan inhaled sharply. "Why not ask Evelyn directly?"

Alexander remained unflappable. "I'm asking you first. Is there a problem, Nathan? Having second thoughts about letting her go? Could it be you've developed feelings for your own wife?"

At this, Nathan stiffened visibly. "I feel nothing for her! The divorce will proceed as planned!" he declared, his voice ringing with finality.