The Billionaire’s Regret
Chapter 66 –

Leo Morgan hissed and curled his lips. "Perfect timing. I was on my way to meet them."

Ivy tugged on her father's sleeve, slightly concerned. "Dad, today is our company's big day, so don't make a big deal with them. It's fine if others make fun of them, but it's not worth it if it hurts us." "Don't worry. I've got this." Leo Morgan said.

Ivy's friends, Windy Adams and Agatha Hart, both entered the room at the same time. "Hello, Uncle Leo!"

Leo nodded and smiled at them both. "Windy and Agatha, thank you for being Ivy's best friends. I've got a lot of jewelry that you ladies will probably like. Don't forget to grab a few before you leave!" Windy and Agatha exchanged glances before bowing gratefully. "Many thanks, Uncle Leo!"

Leo just smiled as he exited the room.

Windy and Agatha then approached Ivy and cheerfully jumped in circles around her. "Ivy! You no longer have to conceal your identity! Just wait and watch what blast wave you'll cause in public after today!" Ivy smiled. Her eyes were uninterested. "My identity comes second. I'm really irritated that all of this has affected my business."

Windy took a step forward. "Can you guess who we just saw?"

Agatha cocked her brow. "You're not going to be able to guess."

Ivy smirked. "Who?"

"The Reeds actually brought Alice Perez with them!" Windy was so enraged that she burst out laughing.

"Do you suppose they came to disgust you because they thought you could be here?"

Ivy coldly hooked the corners of her lips. "I'm really sickened by them."

Agatha pressed her lips together. "The Reeds came just to put an end to any chance of you marrying into the Morgan family. Did you hear what Simon just said to me? Simon stated that as long as you show tonight, Don Reed has ordered the media to spread rumors that you were expelled out of the elite circle and have no prospect of ever marrying into a rich family again," she said before the other two could guess.

Ivy scowled. This was nothing new for Don Reed, who was a one-trick pony.

She turned to face Windy. "Did you send my invitation to that person?"

Windy arched her brow. "Of course. He typically doesn't attend this type of business dinner because of his position. Still, because he's a classmate of my father's and I've personally asked him to come, he finally consented to bring his subordinates here tonight. I just noticed him arrive earlier."

Everything was in order. The only thing they had to do was wait.

"Who?" Agatha was taken aback.

"You'll know in a moment, but I guarantee it'll irritate the Reeds big time!" Windy muttered.

Agatha moaned quietly, helpless. "Fine... Then I'll just have to wait for a nice concert."

Ivy walked to the bathroom before changing into her gown because there was still time before the opening. She heard a familiar harsh voice just as she was ready to exit the restroom cubicle to wash her hands.

"You haven't seen that bitch Ivy yet, have you?" Eva was the one.

It was unsurprising that Eva would show up. She was, after all, Mrs. Reed.

"No, how is she eligible to attend such an event? She is now the most despised person in town. I'm sure she's somewhere hiding, so why is she here?" Piper made a caustic remark.

"Yeah, you're correct. She will always be a mess. Is she really expecting to be able to outshine everyone simply by getting into Morgan's good graces? Hmph! Your grandfather stated that the Morgan family arranged this magnificent anniversary gala in order to end their relationship with Ivy openly. The Morgans want to use this occasion to clear the air about the scandal involving her and Cooper Morgan. Soon, she'll hand up the emerald pipe to us."

Eva washed her hands as she spoke with unmistakable arrogance.

Piper burst out laughing. "You're still the wisest, Mom, to bring Alice along as Wyatt's female companion. If Ivy sees them together, I'm afraid she'll become enraged and vomit blood!" she uttered and burst into laughter.

Suddenly, the restroom stall door crashed outward, bringing Piper's laughter to a standstill.

Ivy strolled over, lifted her brows, and hooked her lips. Her tone was really chilly. "Ms. Reed, I did not become agitated, nor did I vomit blood. Did I disgust you?"

Eva and Piper Reed were rattled outside the bathroom stall.

"H-How did you get here?" Piper spoke up, surprised, and started to wonder, wasn't Ivy fired from Morgan Corporation?

Eva was a little astonished as well but easily covered it up with a calm smile.

"She's most likely here to die. Ivy, you should know when to call it a day. Not every wealthy family will accept garbage, let alone secondhand garbage like you."

Piper felt more confident. "Are you here to cause trouble? Unfortunately, no one will assist you any longer. Because the Morgan family does not want you, your supporter has left you."

Ivy lowered her head and smiled, then gave them a sidelong glance before walking out without saying anything.

Piper was blocking the doorway and had no intention of letting Ivy in.

As a result, Ivy simply shoved Piper to the side as she passed her. Piper was taken aback when her body slanted to the side and collided with the wall. She was in pain and about to curse Ivy when she noticed Ivy's cold dark eyes looking skeptically at her. She was so terrified that she didn't dare to say anything.

After Ivy's figure completely disappeared, Piper rubbed her sore shoulder and bared her teeth. "She's an outcast already. How dare she have a hissy fit?! I'll show her who's the real boss sooner or later!"

The Morgan father-and-son shook hands with their guests in the banquet hall's center. Leo Morgan had retired and taken a back seat in the company, but he didn't look a day over fifty because he maintained a healthy exercise routine. Leo appeared to be Cooper's older brother when he stood next to him.

"Chairman Morgan!"

"What an honor, Chairman Reed." Leo Morgan greeted Don Reed with a cold handshake and a chilly voice.

Wyatt bowed a little. "Uncle Leo," he says.

"No, no. Just address me as Chairman Morgan." Leo laughed, refusing Wyatt's greeting.

Wyatt was taken aback for a moment but quickly recovered his composure. Despite the fact that they had dealt with each other frequently in business, they had little in common on a personal level. Leo was clearly drawing a private line with the Reeds based on his cold demeanor, which baffled Wyatt.

Don Reed was unconcerned because he was only conversing with Leo.

Cooper Morgan, who was standing on the other side, smiled smugly and turned to look at Alice Perez, who was standing next to Wyatt. "Mr. Reed, no wonder you're so bossy towards your ex-wife," he said as he lifted his glass. "It appears that you will be going to announce your marital news once more, huh? I'm curious as to which family's daughter can make Mr. Reed so dedicated to her."

No matter how sluggish he was, Wyatt Reed could hear the mockery in Cooper's words. Lines were drawn on his forehead, and he had a glum and dull expression on his face. Wyatt didn't like people snooping into his personal life, especially since Cooper was deeply involved in a scandal with Ivy.

Is he looking for justice for Ivy? Wyatt wondered.

Wyatt's eyes were frosty. Alice overheard this and couldn't wait to introduce herself. "I grew up in another country. HIJK Enterprise's Chairman is my eldest uncle." Cooper politely nodded. "Ah, I see."

"Do you know who my eldest uncle is, Mr. Morgan?" Alice's eyes glowed.

Cooper's smile was cold and scrutinizing, but his voice was respectful and relaxed. "No, I'm not familiar with him."

Alice's smile froze as she realized she was embarrassed. She could sense Cooper's loathing in his words, even though he didn't say it directly.

Even so, Alice believed she was far better off than Ivy, who had nothing to her name. As a result, she was unconcerned about Cooper's attitude toward her.

"But you two look good together," Cooper added, making Wyatt's face sink as Alice bowed her head and smiled awkwardly.

"Are you so interested in my personal matters, Mr. Morgan?" There was a faint crease between his brows.

Cooper pressed his lips and smiled coolly and faintly. "Maybe."

Wyatt still wanted to say something, but Piper came over from behind, holding the hem of her dress. "Alice..."

Wyatt's expression was solemn. "Where have your manners gone?"

Piper was so terrified that she immediately stood up and carefully approached them. She then whispered something into Alice's ear. Alice's face lit up, and the two girls ran away hand in hand, without saying anything to anyone. Wyatt's eyes narrowed in displeasure.

Cooper was unconcerned. Leo, who was standing nearby, smiled as he noticed this. "Ms. Reed is really bubbly. It must be quite lively at home."

Don Reed burst out laughing. "She's just been spoiled and has forgotten all her manners. Don't bother about her, Chairman Morgan."

Leo let out a soft sigh of regret. "It's a shame my son works all day and is busier than I am, so I only see him at home on weekends." "Having a daughter is wonderful, Mr. Morgan. We'd probably become in-laws if you had a daughter."