Chapter 665
Evelyn Ross was speechless.
So that was Natalie Castillo's game plan when she spoke up for her earlier?
This woman was really...
The corner of her mouth twitched.
She looked up to see Natalie already munching on sunflower seeds again, crunching away.
Natalie's round eyes were fixed on her.
When Evelyn met her gaze, Natalie playfully blinked, looking utterly innocent.
As if the person who had just subtly stirred up trouble wasn't her at all.
Evelyn took a deep breath.
She shifted her gaze to Cecilia Evans and Victoria Lawrence.
Victoria indeed frowned, scrutinizing Evelyn from head to toe.
"Philanthropist N is you?"
Evelyn was about to speak.
But Natalie's crisp voice beat her to it.
"That's right! It's our Miss Evelyn!"
Evelyn was speechless again.
Cecilia couldn't help but sneer.
"Miss Evelyn, just because Victoria is a philanthropist, you claim to be Philanthropist N? That's utterly ridiculous."
"Philanthropist N started doing charity work five years ago. What about you? I recall you only got divorced this year, didn't you?"
Victoria also spoke calmly.
"At various award ceremonies and charity galas, I don't believe I've ever seen Miss Evelyn's presence."
Cecilia mocked.
"How could you possibly see her? Some people impersonate others without even bothering to prepare a cover story!"
Natalie immediately retorted.
"Who says we're lying? You two ignorant people, just wait to be proven wrong!"
Evelyn was speechless once more.
She glared at Natalie.
"Are you not done yet?"
Natalie immediately put on a pitiful expression.
"Cousin, I just didn't want you to be wronged!"
Evelyn was baffled.
Cecilia quickly chimed in.
"Not wanting her to be wronged, so you lie in front of us? And boast about being Philanthropist N?"
"How could Philanthropist N possibly help a spy? After what she did, her reputation is already ruined!"
"Now the Sterling Family is paying the price for her! Our Vance family must not be dragged down by her!"
Richard Evans, Alexander Vance's older brother, also spoke up.
"Alexander, Cecilia really has your best interests at heart this time."
"Victoria is a true socialite. Marrying her would only bring you benefits, no harm!"
Alexander Vance sneered.
"Unnecessary."
Richard couldn't help but say.
"You're set on this Miss Evelyn? Why are you so stubborn? Something as important as marriage, you always decide on your own..."
Robert Vance, Alexander's father, immediately roared angrily.
"You rebellious son! I think you just want to anger me to death!"
Alexander glanced at him indifferently.
"Not at all. But if you insist on being unreasonable, I can't stop you."
"You...!"
Victoria immediately stepped forward.
Her voice was gentle.
"Alexander, you shouldn't speak to your father like that. He is your father, after all."
"Alexander, I've spoken with Cecilia. There are some conflicts between you and the main branch, but it's alright. I'll help mediate in the future..."
"Everyone is family. Even if bones are broken, the tendons remain connected..."
As soon as these words were spoken, Alexander's eyes turned icy cold.
Evelyn let out a scornful laugh.
Victoria immediately looked at her.
"Miss Evelyn, what are you laughing at? Do you think what I said is wrong?"
"Everyone is part of the Vance family. They all share the Vance name."
"I believe Mrs. Eleanor Vance would also wish to see the main and second branches living in harmony, wouldn't she?"
"Do you think Mrs. Vance wants to see them in constant conflict?"
Evelyn sneered.
"Some relatives are truly family. Others are more vicious than enemies."
"What you're saying is purely speaking without understanding the pain."
Victoria's eyes turned slightly cold.
"Miss Evelyn, being kind to others is being kind to yourself."
"If you're always confrontational, all you'll get in return is everyone's criticism."
"Why not be more gentle? It would make it easier for everyone to get along in the future, wouldn't it?"
Before Evelyn could speak, Alexander already coldly interjected.
"Miss Chen, my family matters are none of your concern as an outsider."
"My wife and I don't need others to teach us how to behave!"
He then directly looked at the butler.
"See the guests out!"
The butler immediately stepped beside Victoria.
Victoria's expression changed.
But she sighed deeply.
"Alexander, I only have your best interests at heart."
"As the saying goes, marry a virtuous wife. With a virtuous wife at home, everything prospers."
"I think you've been led astray by Miss Evelyn. You've become so selfish! Impatient with both family and friends!"
Cecilia chimed in from the side.
"Uncle, Victoria is a true philanthropist, kind-hearted. In what way isn't she better than this Miss Evelyn?"
"Why are you so fixated on her?"
Just as Alexander was about to speak, Evelyn stepped forward.
Her voice was cold.
"Then do you know who I am?"
Cecilia said.
"Didn't you just say it yourself? You're N. Do you think we'd believe it? Unless you show proof!"
"Fine, I'll show you! Open your eyes wide and see clearly!"