Chapter 16

The next morning at ten, Emily showed up at the Royal Venue right on time. The place was packed, and only a select few with invitations were allowed in.

Most folks were stopped by the staff and had to show their IDs.

Emily tried to walk right in but got stopped by the staff. One of them said,"Only those with invitations can enter. Miss, you need to verify your ID over there."

Emily shot back, "I'm Mrs. Williams. Can I go in now?"

Usually, the Williams family, being big shots in the jewelry world,didn't face any trouble at these events.

The staff member was taken aback, a bit surprised, "You're Mrs. Williams?Of course,you can go in."

But just as she took a few steps, the venue manager stopped her. "Mrs.Williams is already inside. Who are you?"

Then the manager turned to the staff,saying,′′Iyou let random people in,you'll be in big trouble!"

The staff member looked at Emily with disdain. "How dare you pretend to be Mrs. Williams?"

Emily frowned,clearly confused. make a mistake?" the manager pointed inside.

Sure enough, there was a graceful woman chatting with someone. It was Veda.

Veda soon turned around and saw her, a hint of surprise in her eyes.

"Look how imposing she is. Compared to her, you must be fake. Hurry up and leave, or we'll kick you out." The manager was about to push Emily.

Emily was in a simple professional suit, making it easy to dodge to the side. At this moment, Veda walked over, smiling slightly. "Emily, you're here too."

Emily crossed her arms and gave Veda a cold smile. "If I didn't come,how would I know someone is using my name?"

Veda looked innocent. "Emily, I don't know what you're talking about."

The manager sided with Veda, accusing Emily, "I never thought someone would shamelessly pretend to be Mrs. Williams."

The commotion drew everyone's attention at the entrance.

"How can there be two Mrs. Williams? This is so dramatic!"

James had noticed Emily a while ago, watching from the side.

Emily also saw him, not missing the subtle look in his eyes.

Emily glanced at James. Honestly, James had rarely dressed up in front of her over the years.

But now, James was in a well-tailored dark gray suit, a crisp tie, looking refined and elegant, exuding a noble and suave aura.

He had suddenly transformed from a male escort to a powerful CEO.Emily wasn't used to this change.

Some random thoughts popped into her head at the wrong time.

One of James's friends beside him teased, "Are they both Mrs. Williams? In Emerald City, can a manmarry two wives? That's interesting!"

He draped his arm over James's shoulder, teasing with a smile, "No wonder you've been reluctant to leave Emerald City. Do you want to marry two?"

James shot his friend a cold look. The manager was about to call security.

Veda stayed calm, knowing Emily usually didn't make a fuss.

Veda had taken Emily's parents since she was born, and then her husband on their wedding day, but Emily never fought back. She had even goneto work at the Williams Group the day after the wedding.

Veda had come back pregnant to test Emily's limits, but Emily didn't take her seriously as usual.

So, Veda naturally assumed Emily would back down this time too. But Emily just stood there, calmly staring at her.

Suddenly, a rich young guy next to James spoke up, James, didn't both Mr. and Mrs. Williams go to Amelia's birthday party? You should've seen them."

Everyone's eyes turned to James. Veda frowned slightly, feeling a bit shocked. James must know about them. Emily thought she and James had some kind of understanding, and he wouldn't disrespect her in this situation.

But to her surprise, James glanced at her indifferently and said, "With so many people at the party that night, how could I remember who Mrs.Williams is?"

Emily clenched her teeth. When did he become so temperamental?

James continued, "Since you both claim to be Mrs. Williams, let John come and sort itout."

Emily furrowed her brows and bit her lip. James was definitely doing this on purpose.

The manager quickly contacted John. The video call connected fast.

"Ace,what's up?"

"Mr. Williams, there are two Mrs. Williams at the Royal Venue now.Which one is the real Mrs. Williams?"

John frowned, looking at Ace who turned the camera to Emily and Veda.His eyes instantly turned cold.

He had just warned Emily not to provoke Veda yesterday,and today she forgot his words.

He spoke without any hesitation, "The one in the formal dress is my wife."

Emily wasn't surprised at all, and she just chuckled.

If she hadn't torn up the marriage certificate the day after their wedding.she could've slapped it in their faces right now.

Ace immediately had security escort Emily out. Emily took a step back,a cold look in her eyes. "Without the title of Mrs. Williams, can I not go in?”

Veda breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "Emily, it's fine to cause a scene at home, but don't make it hard for the staff here."

Ace also sarcastically said, "Of course, there's a way,but do you have an invitation? Are you a level five jewelry appraiser? If not, then you can't go in today."

People around were already gossiping.

"She's so beautiful, yet she's doing this. Is she trying to attract a wealthy man?"

"Maybe she's the mistress Mr. Williams kept on the side. Didn't Mr.Williams run away with the mistress on his wedding day? It's probably her,with that seductive look."

Emily raised an eyebrow and said to Veda, "They seem to be insulting you,aren't you going to refute?"

Veda's face turned ugly. And Emily showed no embarrassment, leisurely taking out an invitation from her bag. "Here's the invitation. Can I go in now?"

In an instant, the area outsíde the venue fell silent.