Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim (Angela and Dexter) novel Chapter 389

Natalie's outfit was especially striking. She wore a stunning blue evening gown, complemented by a string of pearls, and was smiling radiantly, exuding an indescribable elegance and grace.

As soon as she appeared, the crowd erupted into enthusiastic applause, bringing the atmosphere to its peak.

Angela and Fiona, however, remained calm, each lost in their own thoughts.

Waves of applause surrounded them, and Natalie seemed thoroughly pleased with the event.

The two women, unbothered, occasionally clinked their glasses together in quiet understanding whenever the applause grew too loud, like old confidants sharing an inside joke.

Then, out of nowhere, the host said, "Let's welcome Ms. Graham and Madam Fiona to the stage!"

Angela jolted in surprise, instinctively turning to Fiona. What was going on?

Fiona was just as bewildered as she looked back at Angela in surprise. Before they could react, the lights in the banquet hall suddenly went dark. Only a single spotlight remained, shining directly on them.

Angela's thoughts instantly ran wild. What the heck was happening?

But since things had already escalated to this point, she couldn't just ruin Joanne's and Kate's hard work.

With forced smiles, Angela and Fiona stepped onto the stage. Natalie was already waiting for them in the center, looking utterly pleased.

"Thank you, Angela," Natalie said with a smile, grabbing Angela's hand and gripping it tightly. Then she turned to Fiona. "With you two in charge of my birthday celebration, I knew it would be nothing short of spectacular."

Angela wondered whether Natalie would really call them up there just to praise them publicly. That didn't seem right.

As the two exchanged silent glances filled with doubt, Natalie finally revealed her true intentions.

"Ladies and gentlemen, besides celebrating my birthday today, I also have an important announcement to make."

Hearing the commotion, Angela turned her head. Sure enough, she saw Trevor being taken away, his mouth covered so he couldn't make a sound.

Within ten seconds, a spotlight illuminated the stage once more—this time, solely on Natalie.

Her expression had visibly changed. But with so many eyes on her, she couldn't say anything without making it worse for herself.

And just like that, the chaos came to an end.

The guests slowly began to disperse. By the time the hall emptied, only the family remained.

Natalie glared at Angela and Fiona, her voice laced with cold fury. "You two are being far too petty. It's been so long. Yet, Trevor is still—"

"I'm leaving. Take your time chatting," Fiona interrupted Natalie, abruptly standing up before striding toward the exit.