Not twins novel (Natasha and Kenneth)
Chapter 189

Chapter 189 Everyone Was Stunned

As expected, Natasha caused a stir when she stepped into the main hall.

Everyone turned to look at her and began to whisper amongst themselves.

They all thought Hamilton Corporation had invited a celebrity. After all, it was rare to see a woman with such a beautiful appearance and elegant demeanor.

A few even took out their phones to snap photos.

"Who is she? Have you seen her before?" a man asked.

"No, I haven't!" another answered.

"She is so gorgeous. Is she a celebrity?"

"Just look at her demeanor. She does look like a celebrity!"

"Is Hamilton Corporation supporting a new artist?"

"I have never heard of such a venture by Hamilton Corporation!"

"Wow, she is delightful. She will be popular if she debuts as an actress or a singer!"

"I think so too. I've never seen someone so beautiful!"

"Why don't you go up and ask her?"

"Are you asking for trouble? She is not that simple. Did you not see Kenneth's assistant walking behind her? This woman has connections with Kenneth. Aren't you scared that you might offend him and bring disaster onto yourself?"

"You're right. Thank you for reminding me!"

"Let's wait and see!"

Fabian looked at the people who had gathered and saw them whispering amongst themselves. He had long predicted they would react this way.

I suspect Mr. Hamilton has a reason for doing this!

He glanced at Natasha and saw that she was not bothered by the crowd's reaction. She behaved as if she had not noticed them.

She found a quiet spot, grabbed a glass of champagne, and sat down.

Natasha noticed Fabian still standing nearby. She frowned at him. "Fabian."

"Yes, Ms. Watson," Fabian said.

"This seems like a grand event. Aren't you busy?" Natasha asked.

"Yes, but..." Fabian hesitated.

"Since you are busy, you don't have to stay here," Natasha said.

"Mr. Hamilton instructed me that I am to take good care of you," Fabian replied.

Natasha smirked. "I am not a kid, and I won't get lost. So, don't worry. I'll still be here after you have finished your tasks."

"But..." Fabian wanted to say something, but someone rushed to him and whispered into his ear, prompting him to frown.

Then, Fabian turned to Natasha solemnly. "Ms. Watson, please rest here for a while. I have matters to deal with and shall come back soon."

Natasha nodded. "Sure, go ahead."

He left urgently after that.

Natasha breathed a sigh of relief after Fabian left. She felt a lot more at ease without him watching her.

She relaxed on the couch and sipped on the glass of champagne.

Natasha rarely attended a formal event like this because she found it boring.

Despite the glitz and glamour and the smiles on everyone's faces, each had their goals and desires but had to take great pains to conceal them. Natasha felt exhausted just watching them. She wished she could have stayed home and sleep in peace.

At that thought, Natasha wondered why she had agreed to do this without making sure what the event was about. What was I thinking?

However, she was already here, so she decided to go with the flow.

Since she was here to repay a favor, she decided not dwell on it too much.

Unfortunately, she had only sat for a while before someone came to hit on her. "Good evening. Are you here alone?"

Natasha glanced at him indifferently. "No."

The man smiled apologetically. "I'm sorry for disturbing you."

Natasha thought that was the end, but soon, more men came to flirt with her.

That prompted Natasha to frown in displeasure. She glanced at her surrounding before getting up and walking away.

She slipped through the side door in the main hall and entered the backyard. Since most guests were here to discuss business, they had all gathered in the main hall. There was hardly anyone in the backyard. It was nightfall. A cool breeze blew.

Natasha found the backyard relaxing. Even the air felt soothing to her.

However, she heard a voice coming from behind her once she let down her guard.

"Nat."

She turned around upon hearing her name and was stunned to see Zachary. Her gaze instantly turned inscrutable.

Zachary wore a suit and a pair of leather shoes. They made him seem more somber than usual.

It had been quite a long time since Natasha last met him. She noticed he had become leaner, and his clear eyes appeared a lot more solemn than before.

Natasha smiled and said, "It's been a long time."

"It's really you!" Zachary seemed glad to see her, but his smile carried a little sadness.

He spotted Natasha the moment she walked in.

Zachary had always found Natasha to be quite beautiful, but he had never seen her in make-up and in a formal dress. She seemed to glow under the light, like an angel from heaven.

Her beauty stunned all the guests, including him. Initially, he planned to give up on her, but now, he had dismissed the thought.

Natasha replied, "Yes, it's me. Why? Have I become unrecognizable?"

"You are so beautiful! For a moment there, I did not dare to approach you!" Zachary answered.

Natasha pursed her lips, but she did not speak.

Suddenly, Zachary came closer and stood before her. He hesitated before deciding to bring up the unpleasant topic. "I called you many times, but you didn't answer. I thought you never wanted to speak to me again."

Natasha looked at him, but she said nothing.

Zachary looked at her again. "I found out later that my mom had caused a scene in your company. That was why I called. I wanted to apologize for the trouble."

Natasha closed her eyes and said, "I believe you know about the conflict between your mother and me too."

Zachary looked into her eyes. His dark orbs were filled with conflicting emotions.

Natasha met his gaze and explained calmly, "You don't have to apologize to me. I didn't show mercy then and will never show mercy to her. Since you don't blame me for what I did, I have no reason to be angry with you either."

If Zachary did not mind what Natasha had done to his mother, Natasha had no reason to hold his mother's actions against him.

Therefore, she would not look down on Zachary because of his unruly mother.

Previously, she did not answer his calls not because she had been angry. She did not pick up because she did not know if Zachary had called to explain or berate her. At the time, she did not mind ending their friendship. Truthfully, she would prefer for him to have told her off and ended their friendship.

However, that was only her opinion. It did not mean that Zachary thought the same.

After a while, Zachary finally spoke. "I might not have been there, but I could imagine the harsh words she had said and the things she had done...” Natasha still did not speak.

Zachary chuckled and went on, "So, why would I blame you? I was afraid that you would look down on me..."

Zachary could neither control nor get rid of his mother. Despite his frustration, he was helpless to do so.

"No," Natasha replied. "What she did has nothing to do with you."

"Do you think so?" Zachary's eyes brightened with a glint of hope. Natasha nodded earnestly.

Seeing that, Zachary looked at her and smiled. "Nat, thank you."

Natasha looked at him and pursed her lips. Still, she did not say anything.

Then, Zachary spoke again. "By the way, was it Kenneth who invited you here today?"

Natasha chose not to hide it from him. She nodded.

"Are the two of you in a relationship?" Zachary asked.

"No," Natasha answered. "I owe him a favor, so I am attending this banquet."

Zachary looked at her longingly. "Nat, is it true that I don't stand a chance?"

Natasha looked at Zachary. She wanted to reply him, but a sharp voice suddenly cut in, "Zachary, why are you talking to that b*tch?"