From Desk to Altar: The CEO's Irresistible Bargain
Chapter 66: Are you using me?

"Who's that? Is she the second adopted daughter of the Beaumonts?"

"She's absolutely gorgeous. Why didn't the Parker family choose her for the marriage alliance?"

"I wonder if the second miss has someone already. I should ask her on behalf of my good-for-nothing son."

Even though she was just an adopted daughter, Charlotte was now Thomas's only heir. With the Parker family as their support and the current marriage between the Parker and Beaumont families, Charlotte was quite the catch. As soon as Thomas sat down, people came over to make small talk and inquire about Charlotte's marital status.

"Sorry, but she's already got someone she likes. Once Chloe's engagement is over, she's going to get engaged immediately."

Hearing this, everyone was a bit disappointed but even more excited to speculate about the identity of Charlotte's fiancé.

Thomas just smiled and didn't say a word.

"Kenneth is here!"

There was a stir among the guests. Charlotte looked up to see an elderly man with graying hair being helped to his seat. He was thin but looked spirited and very satisfied with the marriage arrangement. "That's Liam's grandfather; he raised Liam himself," Thomas whispered to her.

"A few days ago, Liam suddenly brought Chloe back to the Parker family. I thought maybe Kenneth was ill, but he looks fine today."

Charlotte nodded. Kenneth looked rosy and robust, not sickly at all.

The ceremony started quickly. Liam walked out with Chloe on his arm, and despite the well-mannered crowd, there were hisses.

"What's wrong with her face? And her neck? It's horrifying!"

Chloe, shamed by the murmuring crowd, lowered her head and tried to hide behind Liam. But Liam had already strode forward, oblivious to her embarrassment.

"Liam!" Chloe called out angrily, but he didn't react, just staring straight at the guest seats.

Following his gaze, Chloe's breath hitched.

Charlotte!

The dazzling Charlotte!

Like a beautiful swan, she was there to shame her!

Chloe hung her head in hatred, hiding her face. Charlotte had bitten her neck, and her face was scratched open, a bloody mess.

There was no way to heal in just a few days!

But going on stage with bandages would have been even more attention-grabbing, so she had no choice but to apply thick makeup.

Chloe wasn't a stunning beauty to begin with, and now with her injured face and the odd makeup, she couldn't even pass for pretty.

"Liam!" Her second call brought him back to his senses. Chloe, through gritted teeth, asked, "You're engaged to me, not Charlotte. Do you regret it?!"

Liam's expression was indifferent, "I never wanted this."

With that, he turned his gaze back to Charlotte, who looked at him with no emotion in her eyes.

Chloe didn't want her ugly appearance to be the subject of gossip, and Liam had no desire to play along with sweet nothings. The engagement ceremony went surprisingly quickly.

The only person who was genuinely happy about this engagement was probably only Kenneth.

Kenneth couldn't hide his excitement, "That's great!" To him, Chloe's plain and injured face was nothing compared to the stunning assistant named Charlotte.

But Kenneth was after the Beaumonts' influence and power - women were inconsequential in comparison.

In his eyes, Chloe was just a foolish woman, and the Beaumonts would eventually belong to his grandson.

However, before that, he needed to completely sever Liam's feelings for that assistant.

He was in good health, and if Liam found out he had faked illness, that trick wouldn't work anymore.

But how to get rid of Charlotte? Now that she'd been officially taken in by the Thomas Beaumonts, making her disappear quietly wasn't realistic.

While he pondered, a refined male voice spoke up beside him, "Grandpa, today is a joyful day for Liam. While you're in a good mood, I have a favor to ask of you."

"Hmm? Oh, Dylan," Kenneth replied nonchalantly, "What is it?"

Dylan pushed up his glasses respectfully and said, "I don't mean to worry you, but I've fallen for a girl whose family isn't high-status. I'm afraid my parents won't approve, so I'm asking for your blessing." Kenneth relaxed even more hearing about the girl's lower status, "Which family's girl is it? Tell me about her."

Detecting the laxity in his tone, a shadow flickered in Dylan's eyes.

Kenneth had always favored Liam since childhood, giving him the best of everything and being wary of Dylan, afraid he'd take Liam's advantages.

Dylan was the eldest grandchild and deserved it all!

Now, even though Liam had the Beaumonts' support, Kenneth still guarded against him, worried he'd replace a better marriage alliance and challenge Liam for power.

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Suppressing his anger, Dylan said, "Charlotte, the second Miss Beaumont, Thomas's adopted daughter."

"Charlotte?!" Kenneth was taken aback, his eyes probing, "When did you get involved with her?"

"Not long ago, I met Charlotte in Leiventale and fell for her at first sight."

Dylan feigned infatuation, "Did you see her today? She's so radiant among the crowd!"

Kenneth was reassured by his superficial demeanor.

"She's pretty, but her background isn't great. Even as a Beaumont's adopted daughter, they can only give her so much. Are you sure you want to marry her?"

"I'm sure!" Dylan's face turned red, appearing shy to onlookers, "Grandpa, you haven't appreciated her beauty up close..."

"Alright! Since you like her, I won't say much. I'll talk to your parents. Liam's getting married and moving in with the family, so bring Charlotte along too." Kenneth's eyes were clear. With everyone under his watch, things would be easier.

Plus, if Charlotte was with Dylan, she'd officially be Liam's sister-in-law, and Liam wouldn't dare break social norms.

Dylan might have other ulterior motives, but they didn't matter. No matter how many schemes he had, they were nothing compared to his Liam. "After the ceremony, have Charlotte stay. She and Chloe are good friends. Don't let her leave tonight; they can catch up."

"Yes!" Dylan agreed.

At the end of the ceremony, it was time to mingle, and people were chatting in small groups. Charlotte, having gone from nobody to somebody, recognized them, but they didn't recognize her. So instead of joining the hustle and bustle, she found a quiet place to sit down.

Before long, heavy footsteps approached from behind with a clear hint of anger, stopping abruptly in front of her.

"Mr. Parker," Charlotte looked up, "What brings you here?"

Liam's eyes were red with anger, and his hands trembled at his sides.

He had so much he wanted to say to her, but when he opened his mouth, only one accusatory question came out, "Do you know about Dylan's proposal to marry you?" Charlotte didn't respond, just looked at him quietly.

Liam thought she was unaware and breathed a sigh of relief, "Go tell Thomas you don't want this. I'll make sure Dylan drops the idea."

"Who says I don't want to?"

Just a heads up: Narugi.com is the only place to read the complete version of this book for free. Don't miss out on the next chapter-visit us now and continue your journey! "You!" Liam's face hardened, he reached out to cover her mouth, "Do you even know what you're saying? Do you know who Dylan is?"

Charlotte gently pushed his hand away, "I know, he's my fiancé."

"Charlotte!"

In a fit of rage, Liam roared, "Is this your way of getting back at me?"

"Not at all."

Charlotte smiled, taking his hand tenderly, "You know I hate Chloe, and I want to get back at her, not you."

Liam, frustrated, tried to pull his hand away, but then hesitated and let her keep holding it.

"Mr. Parker,"

Touching him after several days, Charlotte felt no flutter in her heart, which pleased her greatly.

Liam had stood against her time and again; if she still harbored deep feelings for him, she'd see herself as foolish.

"Do you know, once Chloe and you are engaged, I'll never get the chance to be near you, nor to hurt her again." "So I had to replace another way, to get close to you."

"Marrying Dylan means we'll be family, and I can see you anytime, anywhere."

Charlotte's smile was radiant, her tone innocent, "Mr. Parker, I'm pretty smart, aren't I?"

"Charlotte."

Liam felt she was now a stranger to him, "You're using Dylan."

His voice was hoarse with disbelief, "And getting close to me, being with me, are you using me too?" "Not at all."

Charlotte always felt justified, "Until today, I've never used you, I've been sincere."

"And after today?" Liam's reason told him he wouldn't like her answer, but he asked anyway. "From now on,"

Charlotte smiled, caressing his cheek, her eyes entwined in his.

"From now on, I'll truly be using you. I hope you'll understand, Mr. Parker."