Chapter 693 Being Engaged

Simon walked firmly toward Nathan and Mandy. Bonnie, who was standing next to him, smiled and
then followed him closely. Her delicate baby face had a sense of victory on it.

Mandy couldn't bear to see Bonnie like this, like she was making a declaration of her ownership over
Simon. Fortunately, Nacy wasn't here tonight, or this would really have provoked her.

The guests gathered all around Simon and Bonnie. Some of them were even whispering.

"Have you heard what happened with Simon? It's such a pity that Simon and Nacy got divorced. A few
days ago, Nacy announced that she was pregnant and wanted to quit the entertainment industry. But
things got so ridiculous. She had a miscarriage, and they got divorced shortly after."

"But didn't Simon cheat on her first? I heard that Simon met a woman at a bar and went to a hotel with
her..."

"Is that woman Bonnie?"

"I think so. She is quite beautiful, though."

"Nacy now has an intimate relationship with the deputy director of the Education Bureau. I've heard that
they are old lovers and lived together three years ago."

"Well… The entertainment industry is crazy when it comes to relationships…"

"Nathan, Mand," Simon greeted them expressionlessly as he walked up to them.

Bonnie clutched Simon's arm, unwilling to let it go. She smiled proudly and greeted them too, "Mr. Jin,
Mrs. Jin."



Neither Nathan nor Mandy spoke back to her. Mandy looked away and fed Nathan a small piece of
cake, ignoring Bonnie on purpose.

Bonnie was pissed off. Her face immediately lost all its pride, the surging anger could be seen clearly in
her transparent face. She had come to greet them on her own and hadn't expected to be ignored like
this.

Simon slipped his arm out of Bonnie's grip artfully. "Let's go meet the mayor..."

"Okay." Bonnie flashed a smile at him, immediately easing the awkward atmosphere.

Nathan lead Mandy to sit on a sofa. His thin and elegant lips were pressed together, and there was a
strange coldness in his eyes. He glanced at Mandy while sipping from his drink, and then asked, "What
are you thinking about?"

"Are mistresses all proud of themselves?" Mandy replied and then sipped from her own glass of orange
juice, her almond shaped eyes glinting with disgust.

Nathan smiled and smirked, but he didn't say anything. His narrow eyes swept over Mandy's delicate
face.

"What are you smiling at?" Mandy asked coldly, without a smile on her gentle face.

"Sometimes men can act. It's clear Simon doesn't really care about Bonnie," Nathan explained. It was
easy for Nathan to see through his act.

"If he doesn't like her, why did he come with her?" asked Mandy, finding what Nathan had said a little
hard to believe.

"He's acting, Mand," Nathan said again. He looked at Simon and Bonnie, who were standing at some
distance talking to the mayor. He had an arrogant look on his face like he was all too proud to have



figured out Simon's act.

Mandy glanced at Nathan and opened her mouth to say something.

But suddenly, the light in the hall dimmed, and a beam of light flashed on the stage. The mayor, Joshua
Tang, climbed the steps onto the stage. He wore a crisp, blue suit. He held a microphone to give a
small speech to show his appreciation for the guests.

At last, he said he hoped everyone was having fun. Joshua's light laughter spread in the darkness of
the night. His voice was gentle and low, but it was accentuated manifold due to the microphone. It was
a beautiful night, with a million stars twinkling in the clear sky.

A thunderous applause swept across the crowd. They thought the mayor was going to cut his cake
now, but the lights were still off.

Shyla now walked onto the stage. Holding her dress, she walked toward Joshua gracefully.

Embracing Shyla and smiling heartily, Joshua went on. "I also have a good news to announce tonight,"
Joshua spoke loudly, glancing at his daughter with pride.

All the guests looked at each other with curiosity and anticipation, wondering what was the big news.

But they could tell it had something to do with the mayor's daughter.

"Since ancient times, parents have been arranging their children's marriages. My daughter, Shyla, and
the young son of the Yu Family will get married soon after her graduation. I hope you are all there to
witness the union of this young couple," Joshua said slowly, a smile stuck on his happy face.

Ethon was stunned by his words. His face fell, his heart crushed. He didn't know how to react.



He was so angry that he wanted to leave immediately. He had never thought his parents would decide
whom he would marry! And the mayor's daughter? Never!

'What era is this? Arranged marriage? How ridiculous!' Ethon thought angrily.

The dark hall finally lit up, and the crowd dispersed. When Ethon was about to turn and leave, Monica
grasped his arm, unwilling to let him go.

Ethon didn't know what to do. The frown seemed to have frozen on his face.

The guests attending the party were mostly business tycoons, who held immense power in this city.

If Ethon denied this marriage in public, it would bring great shame to the mayor. By that time, Monica
might keep finding trouble with him. However, if he accepted it, what about Fiona?

It turned out that the main purpose of this party wasn't celebrating Joshua's birthday, but to set a trap
for Ethon. Ethon finally realized what was going on.

"Congratulations, Mr. Tang! Your soon-to-be son-in-law is a handsome and promising young boy. Shyla
will definitely have a great life with him if they get along well!"

"Yeah, I envy them so much."

"They are a perfect match. Mr. Tang, we will be waiting for the wedding!"

Before the guests figured out the situation, the greetings were already in the air. The marriage became
the hot topic of the party and for many days to come.

Ethon smiled coldly, standing all alone. He had never thought he would be engaged without his own will
and permission. He had even moved out of his parents' house. Wasn't that enough to get rid of their
control?



Mandy's face turned a little cold. She sneered and spoke to herself, "Joshua, what a scheming man
you are!"

"It is mainly a job done by Ethon's mom," Nathan commented. Nathan shook his head helplessly and
glanced sharply at Ethon. He saw how the young man was standing alone in a corner, silent, but clearly
angry.

"Let's go. I want to see Nana." Mandy was eager to leave. She felt sick at the party... First, spotting
Simon and Bonnie, and then hearing this terrible news. She couldn't believe the people around her!


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