Chapter 306

Harrington Group CEO's Office.

Rock received a phone call.

The voice on the other end said, "Mr. Harrington, I've been keeping an eye on it. Darcy found out about Lawrence heading to Perugia City and has left for Perugia City with the child."

"Mhm," Rock responded, leaning back in his chair, and calmly said, "Follow my instructions for the next steps."

The reason he suggested Winnie take 'Oscar' to Perugia City last night was because he guessed that wherever Lawrence went, Darcy would follow.

Rock had the two children stay together... His intention was for Darcy to find them.

He worried about Winnie and Lawrence being alone in Perugia City too! But, there was still Darcy.

Rock was certain that nothing would happen between Winnie and Lawrence.

The man pursed his lips, his thoughts deep.

Nighttime.

Luxury cars gathered outside the banquet hall of the summit. A luxurious Bentley parked, and a tall figure stepped out.

Lawrence appeared in a black suit, his tall and handsome figure exuding an air of dominance that instantly captivated everyone.

In the mesmerized gazes of the women, Darcy stepped out of another Maserati, wearing high heels.

"Mr. Rodriguez..." she called softly and weakly.

Lawrence turned his head and when he saw Darcy suddenly appear, he furrowed his brows coldly, "Why are you in Perugia City?"

"Sidney fell ill, and I was afraid I couldn't handle it alone. He said he wanted his dad, so I had no choice but to bring him to find you."

The woman approached him, looking anxious. Lawrence noticed that she was dressed simply, with no fancy attire for the summit.

She didn't seem to be pretending.

The man softened his expression slightly and asked with concern, "Where is Sidney?"

"I have settled Sidney in a hotel. Bryan said you needed to attend the summit, so I didn't want to disturb you..."

While Darcy spoke, she considerately stepped aside.

At that moment, Mr. Griffin, who came to pay his respects, curiously asked, "Mr. Rodriguez, who is this lady?"

Darcy was graceful and silent as she looked towards Lawrence. Lawrence frowned slightly, then held her waist and introduced her to the others, "This is my fiancée."

"So, you're the future Mrs. Rodriguez! I've heard so much about Miss Ordelia," Mr. Griffin complimented.

Darcy smiled lightly and greeted, "Hello."

"Now that you're here, let's go in together," Lawrence suggested.

Seeing this, everyone understood that Lawrence couldn't ask her to leave anymore.

"But what about my attire? Will it embarrass you?" Darcy smiled softly.

"You're the Ordelia family's precious daughter, who would dare say you're embarrassing?" responded Lawrence seriously, taking her by the wrist and strolling inside.

As they entered, all eyes were immediately drawn to them. Lawrence's remarkable appearance and noble status as a business tycoon couldn't be ignored.

Darcy curved her lips gracefully, a glimmer of pride in her eyes.

Enjoying the admiration from the crowd, she provocatively glanced around and found Winnie with a gloomy expression.

Just then, there was a slight pause at the entrance.

Walking on the long red carpet, a captivating figure appeared, like a graceful black swan.

Winnie emerged wearing a black diamond-studded mermaid gown. The off-shoulder design accentuated her slender collarbone, captivating the attention of every man present.

Her facial features were soft and delicate, enhanced by light makeup. Her plump cherry-like lips were clear like a teenage girl's.

Her long hair, as black as a waterfall, cascaded over one shoulder, swaying with each step in her high heels.

With a front slit in her dress, she revealed a pair of long, slender legs, the epitome of beauty.

After a brief silence, murmurs erupted one after another.

"When did Perugia City produce such a beauty?" one man exclaimed.

Debutantes who were instantly overshadowed by her envied her sourly. "Who is she? Such a strong presence and she hasn't even had any work done on her face."

"Don't you know her? She's Winnie, the chairman of Triton Jewelry. She's been in the limelight lately. Rumor has it she used to be the number one debutante in Lymington. After disappearing for three years, she came back and put on the disguise of the royal jewelry design director. Although her reputation isn't great, her talent, power, and stunning charm are undeniable."

"Hey, wasn't Miss Ordelia, the former number one debutante of Trento City, also here earlier? But compared to Winnie, she seems a bit plain, doesn't she?"

"Shh, keep your voice down. After all, there's an age and appearance difference. She pales in comparison."

Darcy stood by the man's side, hearing everything clearly. She was almost furious, her face turning green. She lowered her head and glanced at her own attire.

She had to go bare-faced for the sake of acting in front of Mr. Rodriguez. Otherwise, how could she lose to that despicable Winnie?!

These people actually had the nerve to say that she was inferior in age and appearance...

Darcy's pain was exposed.

She was older than Winnie by three years. After leaving her career, she had settled down to be a lady, and the fine lines had accumulated at the corners of her eyes.

Clutching her hand tightly with hostility, she was eager to regain her position in front of Mr. Rodriguez.

However, when she raised her head, she saw the man's dazed and profound eyes.

Ever since that woman appeared, Lawrence couldn't help but lock his gaze onto her.

After examining her from head to toe, Lawrence for the first time realized how stunning she looked after having a child.

Damn, how could this woman wear such a fitted dress!

As Lawrence became aware that all the men present were looking at her... he clenched his teeth in anger.

Nearly oblivious to his own rage. But Darcy could sense his aura.

Unable to control her hatred, she bit her teeth and trembled with anger.

Darcy raised her head sadly, "Mr. Rodriguez, Miss Anderson truly looks beautiful tonight. She must have put in a lot of effort, right? Unlike me, I don't care about my image anymore because of Sidney."

Lawrence's dazed eyes were brought back.

He turned his head to look at the woman who seemed wronged and absentmindedly comforted her, "A mother who thinks of her son is a good mother."

He thought of Winnie nervously looking after Sidney in the bathroom that day.

Ha, it was all an act.

Two days later, she forgot about her son and dressed up like this to come here, either for business opportunities or to seduce men!

The man clenched his glass tightly, standing with an unsettled gloom.

"Mr. Howard, let me introduce Miss Smith to you. Do you remember her from our meeting at lunch?"

At the entrance, Winnie greeted everyone's gaze and immediately began networking for Olivia's collaboration.

"Miss Smith looks beautiful too! Completely different from this afternoon," Mr. Howard responded politely to Winnie.

"Mr. Howard, I have prepared an investment proposal for a construction company. Would you be interested in taking a look?" Olivia timely took out the proposal.

Mr. Howard nodded eagerly, "Come this way."

After arranging Olivia, Winnie stepped into the venue, intending to discuss business with the suppliers of jewelry materials.

Suddenly, she felt a strong coldness pushing towards her, forcing her back.

Following that gaze, she raised her head and immediately saw Lawrence and Darcy, who was holding his arm, through the crowd.

The man, like a mature leopard, had dark and inscrutable eyes filled with contempt, coldly fixed on her face.

"...," Winnie's mouth twitched.

She was so scared her legs went weak.

She quickly looked at Alan by her side, her gaze almost wanting to kill: How the hell did you find out?

"Why would Lawrence be here?" Winnie gritted her teeth, filled with hatred.

Thinking of her son being at the hotel, even though she had left Oscar and Mia in the third room before leaving.

But!

Her heart was already panicked. Did Lawrence find out the news and come to snatch the child?