Curt Davidson, Spencer's father, did use to take Nancy to all sorts of events, and Nancy had taken the initiative to present herself as Mrs. Davidson. People would usually show her respect.

However, she had known not to cross the line, or to be exact, and it was Curt that knew. As long as Spencer was present, Nancy would not show up so as to avoid conflicts; thus, the past years had been seemingly peaceful between the two parties.

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It was very likely since Spencer's mother returned to Miami from Europe. Nancy had not attended any events. She was a mistress at the end of the day, and when the wife showed up, of course, she had to hide.

And that was probably the reason why she grew jealous and insecure.

All this time, she had been spoiled, enjoying the luxury and attention, but then she had to retreat reluctantly. She must have found it difficult to accept the change.

Spencer looked at the extravagantly dressed woman up and down with contempt. "I find it impossible to understand my father's choice." Her style, her mannerism, everything about her just shows the lack of elegance. He's got a wife that loves, well, loved him so much. Why doesn't he understand and have to choose someone who's nothing as good as a mum? I can never comprehend.

Nathalia heaved a sigh and said, "Luckily, your mum's not here." Mrs. Davidson had been doing very well recently, enjoying life, going shopping, to the cinemas and that, but she didn't like events as such. She found it rather boring and decided not to join.

Spencer couldn't help feeling irritated. Unconsciously, His hand squeezed Nathalia's harder till Nathalia uttered a sound of pain. He let go apologetically.

"As soon as the ceremony is done, we will go." Nathalia comforted. She understood how Spencer felt. Spencer sighed, compromisingly. It seems like my father is absent. Strange. "I would much prefer spending the day with you at home, watching a film or something."

The host went up the stage, told a few usual witty jokes, and had everyone's attention. The place turned alive gradually. "Now, may I present our young and handsome CEO, Ben Johnson?"

Some people frowned, thinking shouldn't he present the president of the company first? Carter's Company is always an unusual one.

The crowd turned to look at Nathalia, but only to see her talking to Spencer cheerfully, oblivious to the abnormality.

One could not be sure if Ben did it intentionally. He didn't correct the host but took the microphone with a bright smile.

"Distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen, it's my pleasure and honor to welcome you today to this exciting ceremony, to celebrate my bright future as the CEO of Carter's Company. I believe that Carter's Company is to start a new and successful chapter..."

He was enthusiastic, eloquent, and smiley, pleasing and convincing the crowd with his usual tactics, winning himself waves of applause. He submerged himself in the pride of fame and authority and indulged himself so much that he imagined the stage as his throne and the crowd his subjects.

Evette had gone and stood next to him, hoping to share some of the attention. She looked down at the jealous female audience in the crowd. This is my man. Hahaha. She thought proudly.

However, when she caught sight of Nathalia, the smile on her face froze. Spencer and Nathalia had not been paying any attention to the stage at all. They were chatting merrily and intimately.

She glared at Nathalia, hating the happy look on Nathalia's face as jealousy filled her heart. Why is she so happy? She doesn't deserve to be happy. What she's done to my family is unforgivable! I will make sure she pays for it. A malicious smile appeared on her face as she thought.

Evette had come to the event with a purpose.

Ben Johnson had never experienced such intense pride. How he wished he could make his speech last forever. After twenty minutes or so, the crowd started to get bored, and Ben reluctantly ended his speech. Before he could return the microphone to the host, the journalists raised their questions impatiently.

"Mr. Ben Johnson, who's your boss? Who is it that bought the shares?" It was the question that everyone was most concerned about.

Ben was a bit taken aback. "I'm afraid I can't give an answer to this question." He replied.

Though the journalists tried a few more times persistently, Ben refused to give an answer. They had to change the topic unwillingly. "Are you and Evette Carter in a relationship? Do you have any plans to get married?"

Evette lifted her chin up proudly, awaiting everyone's jealous look. However, to her disappointment, Ben answered, "This is a personal matter. I'm sorry I have no intention to answer."

"It sounds negative." The journalists pushed.

In the old days, Ben Johnson would not even be qualified to stand next to Evette Carter, but now that the Carters had gone bankrupt while Ben became the CEO of the Carter's Company, it was a completely different scene.

Ben hesitated, then he threw a glance at Nathalia and said carefully, "Who knows what the future holds for us. We shall live in the moment, right?"

For sure, the crowd understood the meaning implied. He wasn't serious about the relationship, or they were not even in a relationship. Some female audience's faces lit up as if they had just seen hope again.

Evette glared at Ben angrily, ashamed and embarrassed. You are just a nobody. How dare you! Huh! Disgusting.

Nathalia watched them closely and thought about how close these two were in a previous life. They were a perfect couple when setting me up, so loyal and devoted to each other in my last life. Now they are just two selfish individuals, despising each other. Life is interesting.

Maria Laurence suddenly voiced herself and questioned, "Ben Johnson, with your qualification, do you think you are capable of managing a big company? If I were you, I would not be so confident. Also, you, as a person, aren't very trustworthy. Forgive my frankness. How are you going to solve the problems the company's facing?"

A lot of people nodded and murmured in consent. He doesn't seem to have shown many capabilities. I doubt he's actually qualified to be the CEO.

Ben seemed to have expected such a challenge. He answered clearly with a confident smile, "It seems that people have misunderstood me. I'm a graduate of the Queenlands, one of the best universities in the States. I have worked in big corporations and made incredible achievements. I'm very confident that I'm capable of managing the company." He paused, looked around the crowd, and took an extra glance at Nathalia before he went on, "In terms of qualification, our president, Nathalia Carter, is barely twenty years old, and no one questions her ability."