After marrying my boss (Anna)
Chapter 484

Chapter 484

In the following days, my mother did not contact me again and mention a single word about the matter,probably because I had made my stance clear in the hospital. The sudden change in her demeanorhad gradually put me at ease.

Soon, it was the red-lettered day of Amaury's birthday party. Since I was clueless about whom I shouldinvite, I was more than willing to let the Shaw family be fully in charge of the occasion.

Gazing at my son in my arms, I could not resist wondering how fast time had flown by. It was as thoughhe had turned one in the twinkling of an eye!

Many were invited to attend the birthday party, and most of them were the Shaw family's collaboratorsin the business industry. In other words, there were hardly any relatives among the guests.

Needless to say, it was an exceptionally grand birthday celebration that reflected the prominence of theShaw family.

Nevertheless, I was not very particular about how grand the birthday celebration was, as long as I hadall of my beloved family alongside me.

I thought I would never cross paths with Nicholas again after leaving Nifty Group. However, it nevercame to my mind that he would show up during Amaury's birthday party.

At the same time, I was aware of the competition between him and Michael that became more intenseafter I left the group. In fact, I heard he had poached a few of Michael's clients. On the other hand,Michael had seized a piece of land from him in an auction.

The moment the clients heard about the land falling into Michael's hands, they made up their minds tocollaborate with him again. Technically, it seemed like Michael was taking the lead then.

Nevertheless, I was not happy. After all, I still treated Nicholas as a friend. Not to mention, I regrettedacting impulsively one year ago before getting to the bottom of the matter.

If only I had waited patiently for two more days at that time for Michael to return, I would not havefollowed Nicholas overseas. Thus, I could not help but blame myself for causing the two of them to bewhat they are today because of my impulsiveness.

My gut instinct told me that they were not solely competing with each other in the business industry.Nicholas was actually venting his wrath mainly because I had chosen Michael as my life partner. Thatexplained why the former kept on stirring up troubles for Michael.

Undoubtedly, a strong-willed man like Michael would not easily raise the white flag in the face of hisopponents. Prevailed by his possessiveness over me, he could not stand it after sensing that Nicholashad feelings toward me. Even if the latter did not get on his nerves by challenging him, I bet he wouldnot easily let him off the hook too.In the following days, my mother did not contact me again and mention a single word about the matter,probably because I had made my stance clear in the hospital. The sudden change in her demeanorhad gradually put me at ease.

When the latter came into view at the birthday party, Michael's face turned into a scowl in an instant.

At the sight of the sheer hostility when they looked intently into each other's eyes, I felt a prickle ofanxiousness. I could not fathom why Nicholas suddenly showed up. He had given me a few calls after Ileft the company. Nonetheless, I did not pick up any of his calls so Michael would not misunderstand.

In the meantime, Michael headed toward him and uttered coldly, “Why are you here? I don't think I'vesent you an invitation!”

“Well, Anna and I are friends. Since she's celebrating her son's birthday, why can't I drop by and join inthe fun?” Nicholas replied placidly. He only shot Michael a glance before fixing his gaze on me.

Sensing his subtle gaze, I was overcome by a sense of uneasiness. At the same time, Michael shot mea cold glare that sent an instant chill down my spine!

“Ah! Welcome to my son's birthday party. Initially, I thought of inviting you, but I'd changed my mindlater, assuming that you might be occupied with work. What a surprise to see you here!” I forced abright smile to welcome Nicholas cordially.

Since he had expressed his intention of attending my son's birthday party, it was inappropriate for meto chase him away despite Michael's hostile attitude. Not only that, I had no choice but to put on afriendly facade in the face of all the other guests.

I expected Michael would comprehend my point of doing so after seeing the bigger picture. However,he glared at me with such wrath in his eyes. If looks could kill, I'd be dead by now.

I knew too well that he was infuriated because of my hospitality toward Nicholas. Heaving a resignedsigh, I could not help but snort inwardly. Hmph! I can't believe he's so petty! Why can't he understandthat I was just being polite?

If I tended to be swayed by emotions and treated Nicholas coldly, all the other guests would beperplexed. By then, I would attract unintentional attention and bring shame to the Shaw family!

A quick-witted Nicholas knew at once I was only being polite. Nonetheless, his lips contorted into asmirk when he caught a glimpse of the simmering rage in Michael's eyes.

The next moment, Nicholas turned to gaze at me again. Flashing me a faint smile, he handed me anicely wrapped present. “This is the birthday present I've chosen for your son. To be frank, I wasracking my brain about what I should choose for him. I hope you don't mind if it doesn't suit him.”