Chapter: 100

Lilliana was the exception to his usual discretion. When whispers about them surfaced, Alan promptly quashed the rumors, declaring he viewed Lilliana as nothing more than a sister because of her link to Ashley, the woman he truly loved.

His statement left many of affluent young women in Rosewood heartbroken.

Alan was akin to the moon-always visible yet forever out of reach.

Amid the current turmoil, Lilliana had made a cryptic remark. What could she mean by that?

Alan's expression clouded over. "What bullshit are you saying? Let go!"

His vehement denial, witnessed by the onlookers, seemed to mix anger with embarrassment.

Kaitlin, observing the scene, couldn't resist an eye roll. Was this the strategy?

Lilliana branded her as Alan's new love, suggesting she was leaning on the Hewitt family's influence rather than her own merits.

"Excuse me? I have no interest in this spectacle."

With that, Kaitlin began to make her way out, only for Miguel to block her path in his wheelchair.

Flashing her a grin, he unleashed a shocker.

“Niece-in-law, heading somewhere?" He addressed Kaitlin, catching everyone off guard.

Alan had managed to keep his marriage secret for three years without a single slip, yet here was Miguel, casually letting the cat out of the bag.

The uncle and nephew exchanged glances, the air thick with tension.

Miguel's grin broadened. “Oh, my apologies. I nearly forgot-you and Alan are divorced. But I get it. Dealing with such a deceptive spouse is tough."

Meanwhile, Lilliana, who had been clinging to Alan's leg, exhaled in relief. It appeared Miguel wouldn't make things difficult for her for the time being.

The room plunged into a heavy silence as the rapid revelations left everyone gasping for breath.

Any one of these disclosures would cause a scandal in Osewood.

Countless wealthy young ladies would be heartbroken, and if the Hewitt Group didn't manage the fallout skillfully, they faced more than just reputational damage. It could trigger a nosedive in their stock prices.

Alan was keenly aware of the gravity of the situation. He was convinced Miguel had bid his time for just such a moment tonight.

Kaitlin maintained her icy composure, offering no explanations. The more she said, the more she risked making mistakes. She left the handling of the situation to Alan.

In the ensuing silence, Miguel threw more fuel on the fire. "You know, I pity you, Kaitlin. Your ex-husband's heart belongs to a dead woman."

Ashley was a sore subject for Alan, and bringing her up was a surefire way to ignite his temper.

“Enough! Miguel, you'd better shut up!" Alan's voice broke the silence.