Who Cares About Him When I'm Married to the Richest Man?-Chapter 66: If Only She Could Win the Old Madam’s Favor...

Zayne Warner firmly assured, "I’ve already spoken with Grandma Fitzwilliam on the phone and visited her in person. Although she didn’t see me, she’s confirmed she will come."

Walter Warner breathed a sigh of relief and said in a deep voice, "The Fitzwilliam Family just arrived in Northgarde, and we’re not the only ones wanting to connect with them. We must seize this opportunity to communicate well with the Fitzwilliam Family and leave a good impression. Other matters should be put aside, understand?"

Zayne Warner quickly nodded, "Dad, don’t worry, I understand."

As always, Zayne handled things steadily, so Walter Warner didn’t have much to instruct and left.

Just then, Zayne’s phone rang. Seeing the caller ID, he paused for a moment, walked into the bedroom, closed the door, and answered in a low voice, "Cece, what’s wrong?"

On the phone, Cecilia Quincy was crying like a pear blossom bathed in rain. She sobbed while saying, "Senior Warner, what should I do... Someone took photos of us, and now they’re everywhere... Mason also misunderstood me, I don’t know what to do..."

Zayne felt heartbroken upon hearing her cry, and he softly said, "Don’t panic, I’ve already arranged for someone to tone down the issue. It’ll soon pass, trust me."

"But no one believes me..." Cecilia cried, "Senior Warner, could you come forward and make a statement, just say we’re friends, or that you’re my pursuer, anything. I don’t want people to think I’m a promiscuous woman..."

A struggle flashed in Zayne’s eyes, as he said with difficulty, "I’m sorry, Cece, the family has forbidden me from responding publicly. I can’t make a statement." 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝘦𝘸𝑒𝒷𝓃ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝒸ℴ𝘮

Cecilia choked up and said, "Not even for me? Senior Warner, I’ve never asked you for anything, just this once, please help me..."

Zayne’s heart was about to break, but compared to the family’s issues, personal feelings seemed insignificant. He could only comfort her, "Cece, the truth will speak for itself. We are open and honest with each other, and there’s no need to prove anything to others. Those who believe in you will continue to trust you. Anyone who doesn’t isn’t worth your sadness."

On the other end, Cecilia almost dug her nails into her palms. She knew she couldn’t rely on Zayne, so she didn’t continue to pester, and with a tearful voice, said, "Okay then..."

After hanging up, her pitiful expression vanished, and she gripped the phone tightly, her face darkening.

The ambiguous photos of her and Zayne had spread throughout Northgarde, and the Jacobs Family had surely seen them. Early in the morning, Mason Jacobs came questioning her, and with great effort, she managed to fool him. But Kylie Dalton was not easy to fool; during breakfast, she even bluntly told her to get out of the Jacobs Family!

Though Mason tried to protect her, it was evident he also had doubts and didn’t fully believe her.

Originally, she thought asking Zayne to explain and make a statement, even claiming he was her pursuer, might clarify the situation.

But she didn’t expect Zayne to refuse.

She’s in a precarious position, risking irrevocable ruin with each step. She’s worked hard to reach this point, and she can’t give up the prosperity within reach!

What should she do? How can she turn the tide and ensure the Jacobs Family completely overlooks this incident?

At this moment, there was a knock on the door, followed by Rosalind Jacobs’s voice, "Cece, Mom wants you to come downstairs and try some freshly delivered fruits."

Cecilia quickly tidied her clothes, restored a normal expression on her face, walked over and opened the door with a gentle smile, saying, "Alright, I’m coming right down."

Seeing her red and swollen eyes, Rosalind was furious, "Cece, are you upset about the photos? Don’t worry, I believe you, and Mason does too. It was that Zayne Warner who made the moves on you; you’re the victim."

Cecilia’s eyes reddened again, she choked up a bit before forcing a smile, gratefully looking at Rosalind, "Rosalind, thank you, I’m really glad you trust me. I’m so thankful to have you and Brother Mason, otherwise, I wouldn’t know what to do."

Rosalind grabbed her hand, resolutely saying, "Cece, don’t worry. I’ll find a way to persuade Mom. In my heart, you will always be my dearest and most loved sister-in-law."

Downstairs, Kylie Dalton was picking up a grape and popping it into her mouth. Seeing Cecilia come down, her expression immediately darkened as she scolded, "How dare you smile?! You’ve brought disgrace to the Jacobs Family! Fortunately, you’re not married in, or the whole of Northgarde would be laughing at us!"

Rosalind was unhappy with this, "Mom, what are you talking about? Cece didn’t do anything wrong; it was Zayne Warner who made advances. Cece is also a victim. Can’t you be a little more forgiving towards her?"

Kylie was even angrier after her daughter’s words, "Are you out of your mind? The photos are clear; the man wiped her tears, touched her hair, and held her hand. But did she show any resistance? She was smiling, clearly enjoying herself!"

Rosalind still tried to defend Cecilia, but Kylie wouldn’t give her a chance, scolding, "I’m telling you, stay away from her. That woman is just as treacherous and dissolute as Elara Hale! Don’t let her corrupt you, or I’ll cut off your allowance if you keep talking!"

"Mom!" Rosalind stomped her feet in displeasure but didn’t dare speak further.

Kylie glanced at Cecilia, saying harshly, "Why are you standing there? Can’t you see several boxes of fruit haven’t been washed? Take them to the kitchen and clean them!"

Cecilia looked at the four or five stacked-up boxes of fruit, and though she was unwilling, she meekly nodded and walked over. Struggling to lift a box, it was so heavy her arms couldn’t hold it up.

She painstakingly carried it to the kitchen, her arms sore and aching. Clenching her teeth, she continued to open the boxes and wash the fruit.

In the living room, Kylie Dalton looked at Rosalind angrily, "Don’t underestimate the Warner Family. If the Warner Family stamps their foot, our Jacobs Family will be skinned! Did you get the invite to the Warner Family’s grand banquet yet?

This is something serious. No matter how much it costs, you must get it done; it’s our chance to show up in Northgarde’s high society, and an opportunity to find you a suitable match."

Rosalind felt helpless at this, "Mom, who doesn’t want to attend the Warner Family banquet? Moreover, this time the Warner Family has spread the news that they’ve invited a heavyweight guest, seemingly a very influential elder lady. Right now, invitations to the Warner Family banquet are hard to come by."

Kylie retorted sternly, "If it were easy, would I need you to figure it out? Focus on it and secure two invitations as soon as possible, to avoid complications as the day approaches."

"I know," Rosalind also wanted to attend the Warner Family’s banquet, so she was going to do her best regardless of her mother’s reminder.

Neither of them noticed Cecilia, who was standing motionless near the kitchen door, listening to their conversation.

Warner Family banquet? Influential elder lady?

If she could go to the banquet and earn the affection of that elder lady, wouldn’t all her problems be solved? Then, no one in Northgarde would dare look down on her.