Domineering Love

The ceremony officially began, and the lights in the hall suddenly dimmed. Only the screen displayed images as the host tirelessly recounted the thirty-year development of the Griffiths. Nearly twenty minutes after the speech, the host invited Chairman Robert Griffith to give a speech. After being led onto the stage by the hostess, Robert Griffith began his speech. "It’s an honor that all of you have attended our celebration despite your busy schedules. Today, we not only celebrate the 30th anniversary of Griffiths but also announce something else - my eldest grandson, William Griffith, will be engaged to Miss Sophie Wood!"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone in the audience was surprised and wide-eyed.

President Griffith is getting engaged? With whom? Which family’s daughter? In the darkness of the hall, two spotlights shone, illuminating both William Griffith and Sophie Wood, who was seated next to him in the front row. The seating arrangement seemed fitting as the younger generations sat on one side. Yet, given the current situation, it was unclear if it was intentional or coincidental.

Eagerly, everyone looked over and indeed saw Miss Sophie Wood.

Sophie Wood, dressed in a wine-red gown, appeared noble and gentle, exuding an air of sophistication. One glance and you could tell she was from a prestigious family. The rubies sparkled in the light, dazzling the eyes. Her gown and ruby earrings were personally selected by Madam Griffith and sent over. On the outside, Sophie maintained a faint smile, but inside, she was feeling restless and disoriented.

Yannis Griffith, sitting next to Sophie Wood, glanced sidelong at Cherish Turner, who was only two seats away. The darkness and distance made it difficult for him to see her clearly, but he could make out her pale side profile.

From a seat behind them, Daniel Peacock stared at the scene before him with cold, hawk-like eyes. A glimmer of hope seemed to spark in his restrained gaze as he fixed his attention on a petite figure nearby. However, the persistent whispers around them made him furrow his brow with dissatisfaction, instinctively protecting someone.

"What is President Griffith doing with that woman?"