Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 1467

Three months had passed, and the rivalry between C&S Signature Jewels and Cunningham Group had left the market stagnant.

In an effort to ease tensions and encourage collaboration, the Jewelers' Association had organized a grand masquerade ball.

At 7:00 pm, the banquet hall buzzed with energy, filled with influential figures navigating the intricate world of business.

"Mr. Taylor Xander of Xander Group and his date, Ms. Abigail Fitzgerald, have arrived!" the announcer's voice rang out.

Taylor walked confidently, arm in arm with Abigail, their steps graceful as they glided down the red carpet.

Abigail glanced over and playfully remarked, "I didn't know you had a serious side."

Taylor smiled and acknowledged the crowd, nodding at them, though his demeanor remained stern. "I'm not here to mess around tonight. In a venue this grand, Helly won't let anything slide. Stay focused. Don't let anything slip by."

"Who would want to mess around with you?" Abigail scoffed lightly, her grip on his arm firm.

Just as they picked up their drinks, a pair of elegantly dressed guests in masks stepped into their path.

The man lifted his jester mask, revealing a smug smile. "Taylor, you sure took your time showing up."

Taylor tilted his head, unfazed. "What's this? Are you looking to embarrass yourself in front of me?"

"Not exactly…" Miguel said, a playful smile tugging at his lips.

He laced his fingers with his date's, his demeanor radiating confidence. "We've been friends for years, so now that I have a girlfriend, I thought it would be great for you to meet her."

Behind his mask, Taylor's gaze sharpened, intrigued as it settled on the woman beside Miguel. He saw this encounter as just another round in their ongoing petty competition.

He took a deep breath, forcing himself to remain calm as he addressed Caroline with conviction. "I won't let you go back to the club. Let's sort this out. You don't have to stay with someone like him just to prove a point."

It infuriated Taylor that she was with Miguel, especially since the other men at the club had banded together against him.

"Taylor, I warn you not to interfere in things that don't concern you!" Miguel shot back, his temper flaring.

He added, "What do you mean by 'someone like me'? What's wrong with me? Sure, I change girlfriends often, but I'm loyal. I only date one at a time, unlike some people who indulge in one while pining for another!"

Abigail couldn't help but laugh in disbelief. "So, what you're saying is that Taylor is a loyal puppy, and you're just a rat from the gutter?"

"Watch your mouth, you filthy whore! Are you trying to get yourself killed?" Miguel roared, his hand shooting up as if to strike her.

But before it could land, Taylor moved quickly, seizing Miguel's wrist.