Scum Daddy Dreams Of Stealing My Mommy!
Chapter 153: Others Look at Jewelry, He Only Looks at People

Chapter 153: Chapter 153: Others Look at Jewelry, He Only Looks at People

At four in the afternoon, Benny Palmer hurriedly pushed open the door to the president’s office.

"I managed to get the entry tickets, but the seats aren’t great, you... don’t mind, right?"

Dropping two entry tickets in front of Christopher, Benny Palmer breathed a sigh of relief and lamented, "Making money these days is just too hard, the boss whimsically challenges me every now and then, and despite my multiple roles, there’s no mention of a bonus or anything."

Christopher picked up the tickets, stood up without stopping, and left behind a comment, "Don’t worry, you won’t come out at a loss!"

As soon as he entered the elevator, his phone rang.

He looked at the caller ID, his face clearly reluctant, but still answered, "Hello."

"Mr. Hart, about tonight’s ’Venus’ product launch, are we still going... Everyone says you’re close with that Designer Norton, getting tickets should be easy for you~"

The call was from the rising star, Nathan Davis, who was pestering Christopher to take her to the Venus product launch.

With a cool expression and a monotone voice, he said, "My driver is headed to your management company now; get ready."

"Ah! You’re really taking me? Mr. Hart, I always knew you were the best!" Nathan Davis yelled happily, then quickly subdued her excitement and asked softly, "You... you can’t come to pick me up yourself?"

"I need to go back to pick up my daughter."

"Oh..."

With that, Christopher ended the call without hesitation.

Looking at the entry tickets in his hand, he smirked slightly.

It was a well-known grand event in the River City fashion circle, yet no invitation had been sent to him.

After all, they had been married for three years and even had a daughter together.

The woman really seemed intent on cutting him off completely.

It had been over a week since he last saw her.

He was about to see her soon, and perhaps she wouldn’t even notice him, but he couldn’t help feeling a sense of anticipation.

He pocketed the tickets, inexplicably straightened his collar and jacket in the elevator mirror.

But was this grey suit too somber?

Mr. Hart frowned and grimaced, dissatisfied.

No, he would change when he got home.

Hope was already ready, dressed in her white princess dress, looking cute and bright.

Thinking they could leave as soon as her dad returned, but then he dived into the closet and didn’t emerge for a good while.

Getting anxious, the little girl had to go find him, "Daddy, are you hatching eggs in there? We should be going."

Christopher, holding two suits, one sapphire blue and one pure black, turned around and asked his daughter, "Sweetheart, which suit do you think makes daddy look better?"

Hope immediately showed a toothy grin, "Daddy, are you dressing up for mommy?"

"Who said that? Attending such formal occasions, it’s basic etiquette to dress neatly—you little girl know nothing!"

"Humph! This one, handsome," the little girl pointed at the sapphire blue.

Mr. Hart immediately changed into it, even swapping his cufflinks for a new pair, dressing as grand as a peacock spreading its feathers, then walked out.

When the father and daughter pair arrived at the venue, Nathan Davis was already waiting.

Christopher’s appearance caught the attention of the media, but since he didn’t want his daughter to be exposed to the public, he declined interviews and had Fuller block the journalists entirely.

As they were about to enter, Nathan Davis hurried up to greet them: "Mr. Hart!"

Seeing her, Christopher’s face froze, clearly having forgotten he had also invited a "lady companion."

However, basic social etiquette was still necessary, so he politely nodded, "Miss Davis."

Nathan Davis smiled shyly and hurried to keep up with the man’s stride, holding up her dress.

She wanted to take the initiative to link arms but since he wasn’t aware, she awkwardly followed by his side, using a child to ease the awkwardness.

"Mr. Hart, your daughter is so beautiful! She’s the prettiest little girl I’ve ever seen. If she became a child star, she would definitely shoot to fame."

Her comment was intended as flattery, but Christopher replied bluntly, "I, Christopher Hart, am not so destitute that I need my daughter to make public appearances to earn money."

"Um—" Nathan Davis smiled awkwardly, "Mr. Hart, that’s not what I meant."

Hope held her father’s hand while walking, then turned back to look at Nathan Davis, "Auntie, do you want to be my mom too?"

"Sweetie, I..." Nathan Davis was taken aback by the question, her cheeks redder, and upon seeing the man not responding, she reluctantly said, "I and your dad... um, are just friends."

"Then let’s just be friends, that’s nice. Not just anyone can be my mom."

"—" Nathan Davis’s face suddenly couldn’t hide her embarrassment.

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The new product launch was not only attended by fashion insiders but also supported by many celebrities.

The event was quite grand.

The show began with Amelia Garcia and Kane making their entrance together.

Due to the recent public controversies, Amelia had already "fired" up beyond her circles.

However, dressed up for this occasion, she dazzled under the spotlight, her presence so striking that it amazed many.

"I heard this woman and Christopher Hart from Seal-Cloud Corporation are ambiguously involved. Seeing her today, she indeed has some beauty."

"Hmph, what of it? It’s just a novelty. Christopher Hart has a new lover lately, that popular young actress, only 24 years old."

"I think being young doesn’t necessarily have its advantages; it’s all about the tactics. Especially for a man like Christopher Hart who has seen countless women, you really need some skills to hold onto him."

Christopher Hart had entered with one of the few audience tickets and sat in an inconspicuous place. Once the lights were off, no one around recognized him.

Though the discussions were in low voices, the people nearby heard everything clearly.

Nathan Davis clenched her fists in anger, and turned around wanting to argue, but Hope spoke first, "Daddy, they are talking about you."

Christopher said, "Just watch the stage, why bother listening to those flies buzzing?"

Hearing this, Nathan Davis suppressed her anger.

Indeed, she was also undercover today; it was better to keep a low profile, to avoid being recognized.

Her agent had already arranged for media to be hidden around, and after taking some photos of them together later, they would hit the trending searches again.

This way, without causing a sensation or riot, they would get exposure and continue to fuel the public’s speculation about her relationship with Christopher Hart—simply perfect!

On stage, after Kane introduced himself in English, he handed over the speaking opportunity to Amelia.

Under the spotlight, Amelia, in a white dress, shone brighter than the diamond jewelry she held.

"This new ’Starry’ collection, each piece is like a star in the vast universe, with unique, dynamic, and lightweight designs. Whether with mirror polishing or diamond-studded star shapes, it’s like wearing the vast universe on your exquisite collarbone, ensuring you stand out dazzlingly in the crowd."

Amelia introduced her newly designed creations.

When she spoke of her work, she listed them like treasures, dazzlingly confident.

Those who were whispering below fell silent, their eyes fixed on the big screen showing the enlarged images of the new jewelry, eager and excited.

Christopher Hart also stared intently at the stage.

But he wasn’t looking at the jewelry; he was watching the radiant woman.

That woman, though familiar, felt so distant at that moment, distant like a twinkling star in the vast universe, visible yet unreachable.