But William pushed her away.

"Stay away from Sophia! This is all your fault!"

Evelyn clenched her fists.

Just then, Alexander Vance finally came downstairs after changing clothes.

Alexander Vance changed into a dark suit.

He descended the stairs step by step.

His powerful aura instantly filled the banquet hall.

His sharp gaze swept across the projection screen.

He then scanned the room.

He quickly located Evelyn Ross.

He strode toward her.

Linda Lowell suddenly rushed out and clung to his leg.

"Mr. Vance, I'm Evelyn's mother!"

"You've slept with my daughter. You must take responsibility!"

Alexander frowned deeply.

He resisted the urge to shake her off.

He gave Thomas Watson a look.

Two bodyguards in black immediately stepped forward and pulled Linda away.

Linda sat on the floor, crying and shouting.

"Everyone, look! Mr. Vance won't take responsibility after sleeping with someone..."

Thomas swiftly stuffed a cloth into her mouth.

Silence finally returned.

Julian Evans then blocked Alexander's path.

"Uncle, shouldn't you explain what happened on the screen?"

Alexander gave him a cold glance.

Julian recoiled half a step in fear.

Richard Evans spoke up at the opportune moment.

"Alexander, as the leader of the group, you must lead by example."

"With so many reporters here today, you need to provide an explanation."

Alexander remained calm.

"What explanation do you suggest, brother?"

An executive stepped forward.

"Mr. Vance, are the photos real?"

Alexander glanced casually at the screen.

"They are real."

The room erupted in murmurs.

Whispers spread through the crowd.

"Mr. Vance actually admitted it!"

"Is he not even trying to hide it?"

"Is he throwing away his reputation for that woman?"

Everyone looked at Sophia Watson.

She merely hung her head, pretending to be heartbroken.

Alexander ignored her completely.

The executive pressed further.

"I heard Ms. Ross is married?"

"Yes."

Alexander admitted it frankly.

The executive was taken aback.

"Did Ms. Ross seduce you?"

Alexander lowered his gaze.

"We are in a mutual relationship."

This statement ignited the room.

"Oh my god! Mr. Vance admitted to an affair!"

"Evelyn Ross is a real seductress!"

"How shameless of this adulterous pair!"

The executive was speechless.

Richard Evans expressed profound disappointment.

"Alexander, you've lost your mind!"

"You represent the company's image. How could you act so recklessly?"

"Get that mistress out of here immediately!"

"Otherwise, you can forget about remaining CEO!"

Evelyn's lips curved into a mocking smile.

So it was the Evans family's scheme again.

Isabella Ashcroft stepped forward to accuse her.

"Evelyn, what are you smiling about?"

"Is stealing someone's husband something to be proud of?"

"Go back to your own husband!"

The society ladies joined in chorus.

"I've never seen such an arrogant mistress!"

"Mr. Vance must be blind!"

"Evelyn Ross is nothing but trouble!"

Sophia Ashcroft trembled as she grabbed Evelyn's wrist.

"Evelyn, I'm asking you one last time."

"Are you coming with me or not?"

Evelyn shook her head firmly.

"Madam, I am not leaving."

Sophia gave a bitter smile.

She took the marriage certificate from William Ashcroft.

She shoved it into Evelyn's hand.

"If you won't leave, we are cutting ties from this moment."

She turned away resolutely.

Alexander's deep voice resonated through the hall.

"You want an explanation?"

"You owe me an explanation."

"Posting our private photos publicly."

"You have violated our privacy rights.