"Really? The eldest daughter of the Russell family couldn''t have involved in some shady deals, could she?"


    "Well, Russell Enterprise is bankrupt now. She''s just a woman with no real skills. How could she sustain her daily expenses without using some wealthy men?" "If you ask me, Mr. Burke should have divorced such a woman a long time ago. Only Ms. Rowena is truly worthy of Mr. Burke."


    The people around kept exchanging remarks, mostly because they knew Nichole was about to be Mrs. Burke, so they were unabashedly ttering her.


    Nichole enjoyed the adtion, and Jean immediately chimed in, "Exactly, we all say the same. It''s no secret among us trainees."


    "s, I do feel sorry for Sophie, but who would have thought she was such a person behind our backs? No matter how desperate she is for money, she shouldn''t just go after old men."


    Nichole feigned sympathy, but her words undoubtedly affirmed the rumors of Sophie being kept by wealthy men.


    The crowd relished the gossip and continued to inquire, "So Ms. Sophie stooped so low as to be a trainee without anything else going on?"


    Jean was suddenly put on the spot and looked a bit nervous.


    At that moment, her gaze flickered to Julian not far away, and she quickly concocted a lie, "Of course, there is! Sophie always seduced other guys, including the male interns'' team leader, Julian! Back then, Julian and our team leader Shirley were in a rtionship, but he couldn''t resist Sophie''s seduction. He got caught red-handed by Shirley, our team leader! But someone was backing Sophie, and Shirley ended up being dismissed."


    Jean''s fabrication surprised everyone around.


    Nichole covered her mouth in shock. "So that''s the kind of person Sophie is. I never knew."


    Jean was quick to add, "Ms. Rowena, you don''t know half of it. She looks noble but is just pretending. Deep down, Sophie is truly despicable."


    "Anyway, after tonight, Ms. Rowena, you will be the future Mrs. Burke. Who cares how many men favor Sophie? Mr. Burke won''t even give her a second look."


    "Exactly, Ms. Rowena. I always thought you were much prettier than Sophie. She looks so basic, not at all like a good girl. Mr. Burke is truly fortunate to have you."


    "Isn''t that the truth? Ms. Rowena graduated from Eastwood College on her own merit, while Sophie had to pull strings to get in there. That speaks volumes about her character." Surrounded by a few people, Nichole smiled, "Let''s not talk like that. She''s James'' ex-wife, after all."


    Nichole emphasized the word "ex-wife."


    Just then, the hall lights dimmed, and thedies around all showed looks of envy.


    "Is it about to start? I heard Mr. Burke put much thought into this engagement."


    "Ms. Rowena, congrattions in advance."


    As the crowd spoke, Nichole blushed.


    At that moment, a spotlight hit the second floor, but James wasn''t the only person who appeared. Sophie was at his side.


    Nichole''s smile froze on her face.


    The crowd looked at each other, clearly unsure what was happening.Property belongs to N?vel(D)r/ama.Org.


    Reece frowned, and Julian beside him clenched his hands nervously.


    Sophie was arm-in-arm with James, and they looked somewhat affectionate. Both of them were smiling.


    James slowly began, "Wee


    to the Burker International


    ament dinner. I have some


    news to announce."


    James looked lovingly at Sophie beside him and smiled, "Sophie and I have decided to rekindle our rtionship."


    The word "rekindle" caused a stir in the room.


    Reece''s face darkened, Ricardo frowned, and Mr. Briggs looked incredulous,pletely stunned.


    Nichole turned pale. "James... how could..."


    Nichole couldn''t believe her eyes. "This isn''t happening! James! You''re lying to me! You were supposed to marry me!"


    Tonight was supposed to be her and James'' engagement party! Why did it turn out like this?


    James heard Nichole''s hysterical questioning and merely nced at her coldly. Then, in front of everyone, he tightly held Sophie''s hand and said, "Sophie will be my only wife in this life, whether in the past or the present. That will never change."


    "Mr. Burke What is going on? You clearly promised to marry my daughter! How can you go back on your word?" Mr. Briggs had already had a fallout with Ricardo. He didn''t expect James to y them publicly.


    Colt stepped forward. "Mr. Briggs, please stay calm."


    Mr. Briggs shouted, "How can I stay calm!"