Catherine’s POV
“There must be some misunderstanding. She is just a rookie in the Design Department. When did she become a big shot?” Emily said indignantly.
“Emily, who are you to her?” Someone was curious.
I knew Emily was trying to embarrass me on purpose. I had to defend myself.
Then I said, “I am Catherine!”
Everyone was shocked. They were stunned and admired me.
“Are you King Blake’s girlfriend?”
“Do you just know it now? She already has two children with King Blake. Why do you think her designs are so expensive? It’s because of her identity!” explained the girl who recognized me at once.
It never occurred to me to use the Lycan Luna identity for bragging rights.
Emily sneered at the girl’s words, “Are you saying that she is the Lycan Luna? That would be premature to say. They are not married yet. They aren’t even engaged. They have two kids. That’s all.”
Emily was such a pain in the ass today. I felt the urge to teach her a lesson.
“I’m not Blake’s wife yet, but he has already acknowledged the two kids!” I reminded Emily.
“Didn’t you say you needed to use the bathroom?” Emily asked with a sneer.
I turned away and left.
On my way to the bathroom, I received a call from Blake.
I didn’t want to go to the bathroom. It was just an excuse to leave. I took my phone and found a quieter place.
His voice was deep and concerned. He said, “How’s everything there? Did anyone bully you?”
I suddenly felt better after he asked. I replied softly, “Patricia is here. So, I’m doing OK.”
“Looks like she has approved you as my wife,” Blake said.
“That was how she introduced me!” I was a bit thrilled.
“Well, you should stick to her, and you’ll learn a lot. My grandma is good at socializing. It’s good for you,” Blake said proudly.
“I can tell. She practically rules the banquet. I’ll learn from her.” I grinned.
“I’ll pick you up later. Do you remember what we’re going to do tonight?” Suddenly, his voice became hoarse.
I replied awkwardly, “I don’t. What are we going to do?”
Blake said lazily, “We are going on a date!”
I chuckled. “Did I agree to that?”
“Do you know how I deal with people who don’t keep their promises?” Blake’s tone suddenly became dangerous.
I blinked and said, “How?”
“I will bully them!” Blake replied with a sinister tone.
I replied with a slightly mad tone, “Fine! I’ve got to go now. You can come later.”
Although I said that, I was looking forward to seeing him.
“I love you!”
“What?”
I was a little stunned by Blake’s sudden declaration of love.
Then he said affectionately, “Silly girl. I said I love you. Did you hear it?”
My heart was racing like mad.
“I love you, too!” I lowered my voice and hung up immediately as if I had done something wrong.
It was the first time I expressed my feelings so bluntly.
I wasn’t as calm and composed as Blake. I wanted to bite my tongue off after I said those words.
Would Blake make fun of me? Would he treat me less seriously after knowing that I loved him as well?
“Catherine, come over and eat something!” As I was wondering, Patricia suddenly came over and called me.
I quickly put my phone into my purse.
Patricia asked curiously, “Who was that?”
I whispered, “It was Blake.”
Patricia seemed to have thought of something. She quickly grabbed my arm and lowered her voice. “By the way, I have always wanted to ask you something. Have you had sex with Blake? I mean, except for that time five years ago!”
I was a little stunned!
“Yes or no?” Patricia sounded serious.
Patricia’s eyes were filled with sincerity and concern. So, I had to tell the truth. “Actually, no.”
“Why? Is it because of you or Blake?” Patricia said anxiously.
“It’s my problem!”
“What’s the problem?” Patricia asked again.
I said, “Grandma, please don’t be mad. We’ve talked about this issue already.”
Then, Patricia did not ask more about it.
We returned to the ballroom.
I was at Patricia’s side, eating and drinking, and listening to her gossip with her friends. At times, I would cut in.
I realized that Patricia held a very high position among these people. She was the center of everyone.
Therefore, there was nothing I needed to be worried about.
At nightfall, my phone rang. I looked down. It was Roxanne.
I guessed she was sober now.
I pressed the phone to my ear and said in a low voice, “Ms. Carroll, are you feeling better now?”
Roxanne just woke up. Her voice sounded listless. She asked bitterly, “Ms. Wyatt, was I drunk at lunch? Did I do anything inappropriate?”
I couldn’t help but want to laugh. Roxanne behaved better when she was wasted.
“No. You were wasted and fell asleep on the table!”
“Did I say anything that I shouldn’t have?” Roxanne asked me nervously.
I nodded and said, “You didn’t do anything wrong, but you talked a lot. You said you liked Leo and kept repeating it.”
“Damn! Ms. Wyatt, I know it. Why would I say that? Leo must have been annoyed. What should I do, Ms. Wyatt? Will I ever see him again? What should I do?” Roxanne began to cry.
She only said those things because she was so fond of Leo. So, I comforted her, “Don’t cry. It’s fine. Leo was drunk, too. He won’t remember what you’ve said.”
“Really? He was drunk, too?” Roxanne was surprised. “I was drunk because I was excited to see him. Why was he drunk? Was it because he didn’t want to talk to me?”
I guess women would be more suspicious when they were in love.
“I don’t know. Maybe he likes to drink.”
Roxanne nodded. “Well, that makes sense. Thank you, Ms. Wyatt. If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t have had the chance to meet him. I hope our cooperation will go well in the future!”