After the Secret Wedding Rise of My Queen novel Chapter 21

Chapter 21 Xander Kissed Her 

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Tiffany, wide–eyed and transfixed, found herself standing up involuntarily at the sight of Xander 

Isabel watched all of Tiffany’s reactions, confident that she did not need to step in; Tiffany was likely reeling with regret by now. 

“Are you Xander? How can you be Xander? Isn’t Xander supposed to be some ugly brute with a receding hairline?” Tiffany blurted out in shock. 

“Tiffany!” Morris scolded, gesturing for her to maintain decorum. He then turned to Xander, “My apologies for my daughter’s rudeness, Mr. Bennett. She speaks without thinking” 

Xander gave Tiffany a brief, indifferent glance that lasted no more than a few seconds before turning away. 

“Gift,” Xander directed his attention to Leo. 

“Yes, Boss.” Leo promptly retrieved a carefully selected gift and handed it to Xander. 

Xander approached Albert, offering the gift with a blessing, “Old Mr. Perkins, happy birthday and may you live a long and prosperous life.” 

“Thank you,” Albert beamed, receiving the gift, knowing anything from the Bennetts had to be of significant value. 

“I knew those rumors were nonsense. Your grandmother was a legendary beauty, ethereal, almost otherworldly. I always said there’s no way you could resemble those ridiculous rumors,” Albert expressed his relief and satisfaction looking at Xander. 

If such an outstanding man were to marry his granddaughter, he would find himself waking up with a smile even in the middle of the night. 

“Now I can rest easy knowing Tiffany will be in good hands.” 

Hearing this, Tiffany quickly approached, her gaze still locked on Xander, “Um, I’m sorry about that day I stood you up.” 

Isabel stepped forward, cutting off Tiffany, “No need for apologies, in fact, I should be thanking you.” “It’s you!” Tiffany instantly recognized Isabel from their previous encounter in the mall. 

Isabel arched an elegant eyebrow and replied coolly, “Yes, it’s me.” 

“You… Let go of his hand! He’s my fiancé!” Tiffany’s anger flared as she moved to pull Isabel away from Xander. 

Isabel not only refused to let go, but she tightened her grip instead. “He might have been your fiancé, but after you failed to show up for the registration, he married me. So now, he is my husband by law. Why would I let go?” 

“What?!” Tiffany stared at Isabel, her voice laden with disbelief. “How could this happen? How could you?” Isabel calmly pulled out a marriage certificate from her purse, displaying it for all to see. “Look, this is 

official. Xander and I are legally married. Here’s our marriage certificate.” 

Tiffany recoiled, her eyes widening as she caught sight of the document. The reality of the certificate in Isabel’s grasp sent tremors through her. 

Her heart sank with bitterness and regret. 

“No, it should be me walking down the aisle with him, not you! Give him back to me now!” 

Isabel responded coolly, “Ms. Perkins, unfortunately, there’s no undoing past choices, no matter how wealthy one might be.” After saying that, she glanced at Xander, pleased to see his approving look, which lifted her spirits. 

“Let’s leave, Darling,” Isabel suggested with a warm smile. 

“Sure,” Xander agreed, his face lighting up with happiness as they prepared to exit the room. 

Isabel was about to release his hand when Xander tightened his grip, signaling her to wait. 

A bit puzzled, Isabel turned to him just in time to hear his hushed, compelling voice. 

“She’s coming out now.” 

Right after Xander said that, Isabel witnessed Tiffany hurrying out of the private room. 

As Tiffany emerged from the room, her persistence was evident. 

Yet, one could not entirely fault her; Xander’s allure was undeniable.