Chapter 563

Natalie Castillo thought she must have misheard.

She looked at the police officer in disbelief.

"What did you say?"

"That woman claims we started it?"

"But that man pushed me first, he..."

The officer wore a helpless expression.

"The dining area where you were had no surveillance cameras."

"There's no way to prove your innocence."

"Now the other party insists you threw the first punch."

"And the man's injuries do appear more severe."

"So..."

Natalie's eyes widened in shock.

Evelyn Ross glanced at Thomas Watson.

Thomas immediately stepped forward.

"Alright, officer."

"We are willing to compensate."

"It's a minor matter."

"I'll handle it..."

Thomas walked aside with the officer.

Natalie slowly turned her head.

She looked at Evelyn with a hurt expression.

"Grace, why is it like this?"

Evelyn sighed softly.

"Natalie, you need to understand."

"The world isn't always as fair as we imagine it to be."

"But I hope you don't lose your love for life because of this."

"Just keep this innocence of yours."

Natalie looked utterly deflated.

She trailed behind Evelyn like a wilted flower as they left the police station.

Even after getting into the car, she still seemed deeply affected.

She looked like someone who had just received a harsh lesson from society.

Evelyn found it somewhat amusing.

Spencer Valentine was in slightly better spirits than Natalie.

He offered her a few quiet words of comfort in the car.

Seeing Natalie still sulking, Evelyn was about to take out her phone.

She wanted to search for some comforting words.

But then Natalie suddenly lifted her head.

Her gaze was firm as she looked ahead.

"I think Grace is right!"

Spencer was taken aback.

"About what?"

Natalie spoke directly.

"The world might be imperfect."

"But that doesn't matter to me!"

"I have the confidence and the ability to make mistakes!"

"Like what happened today."

"It won't affect my life at all."

"So next time I encounter a similar situation, I'll still meddle!"

Evelyn was slightly startled by her words.

She looked at Natalie.

She saw a vibrant, thriving energy emanating from her.

This girl was like a little sun.

She came from a privileged background.

She was always positive and optimistic.

She never backed down.

It was completely different from Evelyn's own childhood...

Evelyn had no capital for making mistakes back then.

Helping the wrong person meant the medical fees she paid could have been her living expenses for the next few months...

No one was there to back her up.

She had to learn to protect herself.

She suddenly felt a pang of envy for Natalie.

It was a smooth, worry-free upbringing that had forged such a cheerful personality.

She also suddenly realized she shouldn't have stopped Natalie earlier.

She should be Natalie's support.

Having thought this through, Evelyn smiled in relief.

Natalie had already fully regained her energy.

The earlier incident seemed to have left no mark on her.

The four of them, along with Chloe Davis, found another restaurant for dinner.

Afterwards, they went to a makeup studio for hair and makeup.

The evening gowns were already prepared.

They changed clothes, made some final adjustments, and headed to the hotel banquet hall for Anthony Castillo and Nicole Sterling's engagement.

Just as they reached the entrance, they saw the Castillo family's butler checking invitations.

Only prominent figures from New York's high society were invited inside.

The screening was very strict.

The group waited at the entrance for the rest of the Valentine family to arrive.

In the parking lot, Chloe Roland and Ryan Roland got out of their car together.

The Castillo family had significant influence overseas.

All five of New York's major families were willing to give them face.

Most of the attendees today were elders from various families, bringing their children and nephews.

The Roland family was represented by Ryan, who was already managing the family business.

Mr. and Mrs. Roland did not attend.

As soon as Chloe got out of the car, she began looking around.

"I wonder if Evelyn has arrived yet."

"I haven't seen her since she moved back to the Valentine family."

"I don't know how she's doing."

"I wonder if she misses me!"

Saying this, she sounded a bit petulant.

"And that Mina Sherwood."

"After Evelyn went home, she followed her back."

"She said she forgave Marcus Valentine."

"I think she just went back to follow her savior!"

"When we were at the Sterling Family's, she was always competing with me for Evelyn's attention..."

Ryan listened to this childish talk.

He rubbed his temple helplessly.

Just then, the Valentine family's motorcade slowly arrived.

Chloe's eyes immediately lit up.

She stood her ground.

Her eyes were fixed eagerly on the door of the Valentine family's van.

The Valentine family came in three cars.

After they parked in order, Chloe looked at the first car.

The two Valentine brothers got out.

Three more brothers got out of the second car.

Chloe's gaze remained on the first car.

She took a few steps towards it.

Her savior must be in this car, right?

Unexpectedly, when the car door opened, the person who got out was... Marcus Valentine?

Chloe peeked into the car.

She asked, "Marcus, where's Evelyn?"

Marcus cleared his throat.

"She and Mr. Vance came ahead."

"They're already here?"

"I should have sent a message to ask earlier."

"I wasted so much time here!"

Hearing this, Chloe immediately deflated.

She hurriedly started rushing towards the banquet hall.

Ryan nodded politely to Marcus.

Marcus nodded back in acknowledgment.

He explained to Chloe, "My sister just sent a message."

"Because the invitations are together, they're waiting for us at the entrance to the banquet hall."

Chloe immediately quickened her pace.

"Then let's hurry."

"Don't keep my savior waiting too long!"

Marcus had no choice but to match her speed.

Chloe glanced at his car again.

Seeing no one else getting out, she asked with a hint of jealousy.

"What about Miss Mina Sherwood?"

"Is she with Evelyn?"

"Where did they go this afternoon?"

"Why didn't they come from home?"

"Did they go to eat?"

"Why didn't they call me!"

Marcus replied, "...Mina isn't feeling well."

"She's resting at home today."

Hearing this, Chloe's eyes brightened.

"Really?"

Great!

No one would compete with her for her savior tonight!

But facing Marcus's dark expression, she realized her delight was too obvious.

His wife was sick, and she was happy about it.

That really wasn't appropriate...

She gave an awkward smile.

Then she quickened her pace again.

She moved like a light butterfly.

She swiftly ran towards the banquet hall lobby.

Savior, I'm coming!

Tonight, without Mina, finally no one would compete with her for the position of savior's little follower.

She could stick close to her savior all night~

Chloe's thoughts were beautiful.

Until she rushed to the banquet hall entrance.

She saw Evelyn from afar, and her eyes grew even brighter.

"Savior!"

The next moment, she saw a lively, cheerful girl appear beside Evelyn.

A girl who was like a little sun.

Chloe: ???

A sense of crisis instantly washed over her.