The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 431

The words were sharp as a needle, and for Elvis, Melissa was like gum stuck in his hair—impossible to get rid of without a drastic measure.

"Don't worry, I won't let her bother Aurelia." Elvis said.

All the women before were just for show, never serious. But Aurelia was different, she was the woman he wanted to marry. He wouldn't allow Melissa to ruin it.

Beverley walked over and took the seat next to Aurelia.

"Aurelia, are you really dating Mr. Cooper?"

Aurelia hooked up the corner of her mouth, a wry smile playing on her lips. "Mr. Cooper and I are just friends."

Elvis' eyes flickered in the light, a charming smile graced his thin lips, "Starting off as friends is good. It allows Aurelia to know me better."

Beverley blinked, leaning towards Aurelia's ear and whispered. "Next time, I'll help you figure out if he's your true love?"

Aurelia sighed lightly, "No need. I've never drawn a good card. Some things are better left unknown."

Beverley understood. She was referring to her marriage with Leopold. If it hadn't been for the fortunetelling, she would still be trying to hold on, not giving up so abruptly.

"Everything will get better, Aurelia. You're wonderful, you'll find happiness."

Aurelia lowered her gaze, a forlorn smile gracing her lips.

Could she find happiness again? She wasn't sure. Human hearts were too fragile, too fickle, entirely unpredictable. The future was always an unknown.

Elvis could tell she was hurt. He knew he would have to double his efforts to soothe her pain before she could accept him.

In a dark corner of the party, a man watched them quietly, ominously. A cold mask hid the man's expressions, making him seem more like an iceberg.

Tonight, Leopold wouldn't reveal his true face, his body double was busy elsewhere.

As it was an art party, members naturally brought their own works.

These pieces would be auctioned off at the party, the proceeds donated to an animal protection society for the conservation of endangered wildlife.

Aurelia brought a platinum turquoise necklace she had designed and made herself.

The pendant was a dolphin carved from turquoise, symbolizing an endangered species.