Reborn to my engagement night by Baxter Walters

Chapter 215 He Finally Showed Up

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As Sebastian departed, Harriet seeined to sober up. She watched his silhouette disappear, feeling a deep, aching

emptiness envelop her. The light in her eyes faded, leaving behind only a raw, unmistakable sense

of loss.

“Wesley, am | really that bad? Harriet’s voice was a whisper of sadness, tinged with the pain of rejection, as she

fought back tears.

Wesley, unable to find his usual cheer in the face of her sorrow, sighed deeply before offering words of comfort.

“Harriet, don’t overthink it. Honestly, you're the best girl I've ever known. Not only are you stumming, but you're

also incredibly capable. There are countless people out there who would consider themselves lucky to have your

affection.”

“Really?” Her laugh, bitter and mocking, filled the air. Her thoughts spirated.

If I'm as wonderful as Wesley says, then why doesn’t Sebastianant to spend twith me, especially when I'm

drynk and vulnerable? Why does he rush to Madelyn’s side at the slightest hint of her distress?

Feeling a surge of melancholy, Harriet reached for a bottle of wine and raised her glass to Wesley. “Con,

let's keep drinking,” she declared, trying to mask her sadness.

Wesley, his heart heavy at the sight of her pain, silently joined her. They continued to drink, one bottle after

another, as Harriet’s spirits artificially rose with each glass.

As the night progressed, Harriet, fueled by alcohol, found herself drawn irresistibly to the dance floor. Wesley

watched, his concern growing as she danced with abandon, visibly enjoying her drunken state. Despite his

worries, he couldn't bring himself to pull her away from her fleeting joy.

Eventually, after a night filled with unrestrained revelry they supported a tipsy Harriet as they made their

way out,

At Diamondel Hotel, the clock neared eleven in the evening, signaling the end of the gathering.

The banquet, initially meant to celebrate a joyous occasion, had soured, marred by complaints and

dissatisfaction directed toward the Sherritt family.

The air was thick with grievances, and Rupert's expression was one of deep displeasure.

However, just as the atmosphere reached a peak of tension, a tall, aloof figure entered. It was Sebastian.

“Here he comes; here comes Mr. Lockhart!” someone shouted, breaking through the tension.

“After waiting for what felt like an eternity, he finally arrived!”

Instantly, the room’s energy shifted. Faces that had been marked by anger now lit up with joy and anticipation.

Sebastian's presence was like the appearance of a revered figure, instantly transforming the

mood.

When he caught sight of Sebastian, Rupert's face lit up with elation, akin to discovering a treasure. Janessa was

even more ecstatic, unable to contain her excitement as she rushed to greet him.

“Sebastian, you finally made it! | knew you would cto my father’s birthday celebration,” she exclaimed with

genuine s

sweetness.

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From a short distance. Madelyn watched, rolling her eyes tically.

The other guests quickly gathered around, offering warm greetings

“Mr. Lockhart, you're finally here. We've all been waiting for you for quite a while.”

“Yeah, it seems like you really were swamped with work.”

Frashe

At this moment, Scarlet observed the scene with a devastated expression. Her gaze toward Janessa was filled

with undisguised loathing. That vile, disgusting bich. Why don’t you just die?

Janessa, overwhelmed with joy, wanted nothing more than for the whole world to acknowledge Sebastian as her

guest.

And so, she said. “Sebastian, thank you for doingthis favor. I'm sure everyone is thrilled to see you.”

The nearby crowd agreed with eager nods. “Exactly!”

Unexpectedly, Sebastian cleared his throat and addressed the guests in a frosty tone. “Please don’t

misunderstand, | am here to collect my fiancée, not to attend any banquet.”

He then walked over to Madelyn. With a gentle look of concern, he asked, “Did you have a good time?”

Madelyn, her cheeks flushed with a mix of embarrassment and delight, lowered her gaze, overwhelmed by the

attention.

Upon witnessing this scene, Janessa’s face instantly turned pale, a stark contrast to the lively scene around

her.

Confused, Rupert stepped forward, seeking clarification. “Mr. Lockhart, | didn’t quite understand what you said

earlier. Aren't you and my daughter friends? After all, she specifically invited you to this banquet.”

Rupert distinctly remembered Janessa boasting about her close acquaintance with Sebastian. However,

Sebastian's cool response did not reflect this claimed familiarity.

“I'm sorry, but I'm not really acquainted with your daughter,” Sebastian clarified, his tone detached. “If there's

any connection, it's only through her being a friend of my fiancée, nothing more.”

“No, it’s not like that... M-Madelyn, say something.” Janessa pleaded, her voice laced with desperation as she

turned to Madelyn.

Inside, Madelyn couldn't help but scoff, though she maintained a facade of annoyance. “Sebastian, how could

you speak like that?” she chided. “After all, Janessa is my good friend. You should at least give her srespect.

Sebastian, unresponsive to her reprimand, coldly asked “My dear fiancée, can we go hnow?”

“L... Janessa...” Madelyn hesitated, her expression troubled as she turned to look at Janessa.

Sebastian, growing impatient with the unfolding , simply scooped Madelyn up and carried her away,

leaving the tumult behind.

As the two figures gradually vanished through the doorway, a profound silence enveloped the place. Then,

laughter erupted among the guests.

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“Mr. Sherrin, didn't you claims to be on friendly terms ith Mr. Lockhart? But what was it he said again? That you

two aren't close? Hahaha, you really did overate your importance, didn’t you?”

“Hahaha, exactly, | honestly thought the Sherritt family was that capable. Turns out, it’s all just a gimmick”

“Il had known, | wouldn't have bothered coming, what a waste of an entire evening”

“Exactly!”

“All right, we've had our fill of this excitement. Let's all head back hnow.”

Amid a wave of laughter, the crowd dispersed, leaving the Sherritt family to contend with their ridicule and loss

of dignity.

“You're truly a good-for-nothing! It’s utterly embarrassing! | really thought you had scapability, turns out

you're just mediocre!” Scarlet confronted Janessa with a contemptuous glare.

“Hahaha. Mom, you're giving her too much credit. What can an illegitimate daughter possibly amount to?” one of

Scarlet’s children sneered from the side.

Janessa, feeling both fury and humiliation, wished for nothing more than to silence the mocking voices

Before she could even react, a sharp slap echoed across the room.

Rupert, his face contorted with rage, bellowed, “Useless”

“Dad...” Janessa winced in pain, clutching her face. She looked at her father with a hint of injustice in her eyes

and lamented, “I didn’t want it to be like this either.”

“How dare you speak!” Rupert's voice roared with fury. Our family suffered such an immense embarrassment

tonight, and it’s all because of you! Get out, leave right now!”

Janessa, her heart stinging from the harsh words, turned on her heel and rushed upstairs. After closing the

bedroom door behind her, she collapsed onto the bed, tears streaming uncontrollably.

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