The True Lady Strikes Back novel (Cecilia and Christopher)
Chapter 53

Chapter 53

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Christopher had long wanted to deal with Devon, who kept pestering Cecilia, but he did not have the time to care about it because he was too preoccupied with the many things going on recently. When he thought about his idea, he had already secretly made a move on Langdon Corporation.

Now, he just needed to add more fuel to the fire.

Cecilia's hand, which was about to get the juice, paused. The woman then looked at Christopher.

Christopher said, "I'll handle my business myself. Although Devon is annoying, there is no need to make his family go bankrupt."

Christopher asked the housekeeper for a glass of wine.

He held the wine glass and swirled it slowly. The wine-red liquid spiraled along the inner surface of the glass.

He added, "Rest assured. It's a legitimate business tactic. If the Langdon family manages to raise someone like Devon, then the family is crooked."

Devon was just a catalyst to make the Langdon family collapse faster.

Upon hearing this, Cecilia stopped giving any comment.

The faint fragrance of red wine wafted into her nostrils, making her feel that the juice in her mouth tasted flavorless.

Hence, Cecilia also requested for a glass of wine.

With the lesson learned last time, she did not dare to drink too much, slowly tasting the wine instead.

Christopher smiled upon seeing Cecilia drinking the wine. Soon, Jayden finished playing the piano.

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It was time for Yvette's birthday party.

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After Selene said a few pleasantries, she asked Calvin to play a piece of waltz with another invited violinist.

"Next, we'll be having the opening dance. I wonder who will have the honor to invite Yvie to dance?"

Once the words were out, many rich young men invited Yvette to dance.

Yvette did not choose any of them and walked directly to Calvin, giving him a gentlemanly salute playfully. “Uncle Calvin, can I invite you to dance?" Calvin replied with a smile, "Sure."

The darling of the Yates family did not need a marriage of convenience at all. It was wisest for her to refuse those rich young men.

Calvin and Yvette led the dance in the center of the room. Soon, many other men and women joined on the dance floor.

Christopher knew Cecilia did not want to dance, so he did not invite her.

Though Devon wanted to invite Cecilia, he was afraid of Christopher, so he did not dare to step forward.

On the other hand, there were even more women wanting to invite Christopher to dance, but they were scared away by Christopher's icy glare just atter taking a few steps toward him. The party officially began when the opening dance ended.

In fact, the party was just a gathering about enjoying the food, socializing, and discussing cooperation when encountering quitable candidates

Cecilia did not like such an occasion

After drinking some wine, she was a little skepy after listening

the soothing messa

I would be impose to leave now as the party has just begues

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Cecilia stood up, intending to get some fresh air in the back garden.

She asked, "Mr. Christopher Forte, do you know the way to the Yates residence's back garden?"

She was unable to get herself to address the man "Christopher" in public, which was slightly intimate.

Christopher knew Cecilia's personality, so he did not mind the way she addressed him.

"I know. Let me accompany you to go there," said Christopher. Cecilia responded, "There's no need for that. It's a good opportunity for you to discuss cooperation tonight, so you don't have to stay with me all the time. Just show me the way." "All these people will beg me for the cooperation. I don't need to take the initiative to talk." Christopher's words were arrogant, but the man was just stating the facts. He went to the back garden with Cecilia.

Just as they walked down the steps, they saw a couple kissing in a dark corner.

They probably drank too much wine as they kissed

passionately and lost themselves. The kissing sound was quite loud, and it seemed that the couple would start taking the next step at the place. Cecilia felt a little awkward.

Christopher coughed lightly.

The couple quickly separated away from each other in shock, leaving the place at a fast speed with their heads lowered.

Cecilia blinked at Christopher and said with a smile, "Well done, Mr. Christopher Forte."

It was normal for men and women to show their passion to each other, but it had to depend on the right occasions.

If someone were to mess around in her house, Cecilia would

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be very disgusted.

Christopher walked forward and came to the side of the swing

set.

The night in midsummer still carried the lingering residual heat of the daytime, making the night breeze warm.

The clear and bright moonlight shone on Cecilia.

Cecilia sat on the swing and gripped the ropes on both sides, landing her feet on the ground and then pushing herself backward all the way.

Then, she suddenly let go of her feet and swung herself out. Without moving his gaze away from Cecilia, Christopher leaned against the swing and looked at her, who was relaxed and comfortable. "Ceci... Just as he opened his mouth, Jonathan's voice came. Jonathan asked, "Mr. Forte, can I talk to you?"

Christopher was very upset by the other man's appearance, which broke the peaceful and beautiful atmosphere.

Intending to refuse Jonathan's request, Christopher responded, "Mr. Yancey, there is nothing to talk about with you."

Jonathan said, "Mr. Forte, there's no need for you to refuse to get money in the business field. As long as you cooperate with Yancey Corporation, I can give a few more profits." Jonathan knew that Forte Group was facing issues regarding their funds, so he came to Christopher again. However, he was wrong about Christopher.

Christopher replied, "Indeed, I won't say no to money, but I'm not interested in the Yancey family's money." Jonathan's gaze fell on Cecilia. "Cecilia, do you really want to see Forte Group in crisis because of you?" Cecilia's feet stepped on the ground, and the swing stopped.

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She looked at Jonathan, who looked way too confident, with a cold face. "Jonathan, not only did you overestimate me, but you also underestimated Mr. Christopher Forte."

When Christopher returned to the Forte family and took over the power back then, he was able to stabilize the Forte Group. Although Cecilia did not know what happened to Forte Group, she believed Christopher would have the skills to solve the problems.

Jonathan did not expect Cecilia to ignore Forte Group's crisis. and snorted coldly. "Cecilia, you are too selfish!"

Cecilia retorted, "You're right. It's all thanks to the Yancey family for teaching me well."

"What else can you do besides talking tough?" Jonathan asked.

Cecilia replied, "My fists are quite tough, too. Haven't you tasted them before? If you had forgotten the pain, I don't mind helping you recall."

Jonathan subconsciously covered his stomach and left after turning around, even forgetting to tell her about the medicinal – herb.

After his figure disappeared, Cecilia looked at Christopher. “Did something bad happen to the financial chain of Forte Group?"

The man answered, "There is a small internal problem, but I can fix it."

As he had sent William to prison, Fabian and Xenia conspired with each other to manipulate the finances.

The problem was not big, but would take time to solve.

Cecilia was not a nosy person, but Christopher had helped her a lot.

"If there's anything I can help with, feel free to come to me," offered Cecilia,

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"Okay," Christopher answered.

Cecilia then said, "We have been out for a long time. Let's go back inside."

When they returned to the room, the atmosphere at the banquet was lively.

Yvette ran over and asked, "Ceci, where have you been? I've been looking for you for a long time."

Cecilia replied, "I went to enjoy the scenery in your house's back garden."

Yvette looked back and forth between Cecilia and Christopher. "Do you think it's romantic?"

Cecilia did not answer the question and asked instead, "Is there anything you need from me?"

Yvette said, "Yes! This place is for middle-aged and elderly people, while we young people belong to the nightclub. I have booked a private room. Let's go."

Yvette was the birthday girl, and Cecilia could not refuse, so she agreed, "Okay."

Seeing that Christopher would follow suit, Yvette immediately begged him, "Christopher, please spare me and stay here to chat with the middle-aged and elderly people. Okay?" Yvette thought that if this cold-looking man also followed them to the nightclub, everyone would not enjoy themselves.

Christopher almost laughed in frustration and thought, "I haven't passed thirty years old yet. How could I be middle-aged or elderly?"

"No!" he immediately refused.

Yvette's expression turned bitter with the firm refusal,

Upon seeing the situation, Cecilia immediately said, "Christopher, today's Yvie's birthday, so you should listen to her tonight." The True Lady Strikes Back

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Christopher finally said, "Okay. I won't go, but don't stay out too late."

"Yay!" Yvette smiled happily and posed with a peace sign,

leaving with a group of people of her same age.

As soon as they arrived at Yates Corporation's karaoke, Juliana,

on the other hand, received a message.