Trapped in a Secret Marriage with a Dangerous Billionaire - Chapter 37

Chapter 37: End of the Party

“It seems like this Xander Scott is the one that invited him. This man is well-connected and poses a threat to us. He must be removed from your sister’s side otherwise he will ruin all of our plans,” Stella whispered to Olivia through gritted teeth.

Meanwhile, Xander introduced General Walker to Aurora, hinting at his personal invitation.

“Ms. Swift, meet my special guest, General Walker.”

Almost immediately, Aurora reached out her fair slender hand for a handshake as the corners of her lips curled into a confident smile.

“It’s a pleasure to meet you, General Walker. I am Aurora Swift, the host of this launch. Thank you for coming.

General Walker shook her hands firmly, meeting her gaze. “Please, call me Mr. Walker out here.

Aurora nodded in understanding. And as he released her hand, he commented on her looks.

“Your smile looks familiar,” he said, his gaze lingering on her for a moment before Xander offered him a seat at their table and Aurora took the opportunity to leave as the event entered the last segment for the night.

Desserts were served to the guests as the ushers gave out each packed complimentary champagne to everyone in the room.

Stella relaxed into her seat, feeling a bit relieved that Aurora was on the stage now, drawing the launch to its close. She didn’t care if she had everyone’s attention, just as long as she wasn’t near the General.

After speaking and thanking the guests for coming, she invited Adam to the stage to give a closing remark.

“Dearest distinguished guests, with a standing ovation and a round of applause, I would like to invite to the stage, my father, the chairman and CEO of Vintage Cellar, Adam Swift, to give a closing remark.”

Immediately, everyone in the room rose to their feet and clapped as Aurora watched Adam walk to the stage with a big smile on her face.

Adam couldn’t be any prouder of Aurora than this moment when she recognized him in that room full of important people.

He embraced her and kissed both of her cheeks before taking the stage as she stepped down. He didn’t forget to acknowledge her first before going ahead to give his closing remarks.

Five minutes later, a round of applause resonated in the room, signaling the end of Adam’s speech. He bowed to the audience before getting off the stage.

Aurora returned to Xander’s table as General Walker was about to leave. And even Adam took that opportunity to meet him.

They exchanged a simple greeting, acknowledging each other before parting ways.

“I will see the General off and come back,” Xander informed Aurora before leading the way for General Walker. Asher followed them as well.

Aurora watched the backs of the three men and felt there was something more to their relationship.

What kind of connection or relationship did Xander have to invite a four-star studded general to her champagne launch?

It could only mean one thing. General Walker was connected to the special agency Xander and Asher were grouped in. She made a mental note to inquire from the former when they got home.

Aurora spent almost an hour more connecting with the rest of her guests who took time off to honour her invitation. She made sure to exchange a few words with the ones still present in the hall.

Outside the hotel, Olivia and Stella walked side by side with Adam almost ten steps ahead of them, allowing them to chat secretly.

“Mum, you didn’t meet the General back in the hall. Is there a reason behind it?” Olivia inquired. She had expected her mother to go to Xander’s table to strike up a conversation with Aurora’s father but when it didn’t happen, she was disappointed.

“Your father can’t see me interacting with the General. He is not a fool. He will immediately become suspicious and keep his eyes on me. It’s better our relationship remained a secret.”

So many thoughts swarmed through Stella’s head as they walked to their car. She was more bothered about Aurora and General Walker reconnecting than at her winning against Olivia on the champagne sales.

Her mind was occupied with doing something to grasp General Walker’s attention and keep him away from Aurora. She was also afraid that Adam might end up sabotaging her plans.

“Should I just kill that girl?” Stella mumbled as she climbed into the backseat of the car.

Aurora was chatting with Abigail and her mother when Xander and Asher returned to the hall after sending General Walker off.

As soon as Abigail’s gaze met Asher’s by mistake, she retracted it. And this scene didn’t go unnoticed by Aurora who narrowed her gaze at them.

Seeing their reaction to each other reminded her that they never exchanged a word throughout the event’s duration.

Since Abigail won’t tell her what happened and Asher is unlikely to speak either, Aurora thought of using Xander to find out what happened between her best friend and his best friend.

Soon, Aurora sent Abigail and her mother off before returning to the hall. She thanked Asher for the connection with Vogue’s editor-in-chief.

“It’s a wedding present,” Asher whispered and leaned away with a wild grin. “I will keep you updated through Xander. You only have to keep the buzz around your brand high and the invitation will come faster.”

Aurora nodded in understanding and thanked him. She felt an incoming headache and a sudden turning in her head thanks to the number of champagne glasses she drank that evening.

Networking wasn’t easy. With so many people offering her toasts, how could she refuse any as the host of the day?

As soon as all the guests left, Aurora managed to speak with her team for one minute before stepping out of the hall only to see Nene waiting for her.

Nene had disappeared from her side the moment she entered the hall and seeing her again after a few hours, she was curious but not in the best state to throw important questions around.

“Mrs. Scott, I will escort you to the car,” Nene said, taking her arm and leading her away noting she was a little tipsy.

As soon as they stepped outside the building Aurora recognized Xander’s signature Martin car. Liam opened the backdoor to reveal Xander sitting inside with a cigarette in his hand.

“Let’s go home, Sweetheart,” he said invitingly to Aurora.