Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Calix Quinn strode into the ballroom with his entourage , commanding attention without effort . In his arms was an adorable little girl who immediately started scanning the room urgently , as if searching for someone . Daddy , put me down ! I need to find Mom . She said shed be here . The child squirmed impatiently . The notoriously stern businessman knelt down , gently setting her on the floor with a tenderness that surprised everyone , affectionately ruffling her hair . A bodyguard instantly positioned himself behind the little girl , vigilant as a hawk . The room buzzed with realization this must be Karina Quinn , Calixs fiercely protected daughter whod been kept out of the public eye for four years . And from what shed just said , the enigmatic Mrs. Quinn was somewhere in this very room . Business minded guests were already discreetly texting assistants to arrange gifts . Everyone in their circles knew that Mrs. Quinn was Calixs one weakness impress her , and doors would magically open . Sylvia pushed through the crowd , grabbing a handful of chocolates from a nearby table before approaching with her most dazzling smile . Hi there , sweetie ! Arent you just precious ? Im Sylvia . Would you like some candy ? Karina studied her with surprising intensity before her face scrunched up in disapproval . Mom says never take food from strangers . Besides , you smile like those people on TV who try to kidnap kids . I dont like you . Publicly humiliated , Sylvia seethed internally while maintaining her frozen smile . Before she could respond , Ronan quickly pulled her back . He turned to Calix , his tone automatically shifting to one of deference . Uncle , glad you could make it . I see my little cousin is here too , but wheres Aunt ? She arrived earlier , Calix replied with raised eyebrows . You havent seen her ? Ronan looked completely lost . What was that supposed to mean ? How could he be expected to recognize an aunt hed never met ? While he stood there confused , Karinas clear voice cut through his thoughts . Mom said she was coming to her old friends wedding . Dont you recognize your own friend ? I have a better memory than you do , 33.47 che lie the las Wife Now 3:46 hapter 5 nd Im just a kid ! I saw you once in our family album and knew right away you were my cousin who retended to be dead . Conans face flushed with embarrassment . If you didnt really die , why did you lie for five whole years ? Even I know lying is wrong , and Im only our . Arent you embarrassed ? Since its your wedding , can you help me find my mom ? efore Ronan could process this , Sylvia quickly jumped in . Sweetie , we havent seen your mom , but heres a nasty woman here pretending to be her . Shes wearing a fake copy of your moms special ring , trying to steal your daddy away . Calixs expression instantly hardened to granite . Emboldened by his reaction , Sylvia pressed on . Uncle Calix , you wouldnt believe how pathetic this woman is . She showed up wearing a knockoff of your wifes ring . I warned her that youre devoted to your wife , but she actually claimed shes married to you . Can you imagine ? Ronan frowned , something about Sylvias words triggering alarm bells . He sensed she was crossing a dangerous line . He moved to stop her , but Calixs lips curved into a smile one so cold it made everyone within sight shiver . Tell me exactly who this woman is . His voice was deceptively soft . Shes Ronans ex fiancée , my sister , Anya . The moment those words left Sylvias mouth , everyone in Calixs entourage tensed visibly . Completely oblivious to the shift in atmosphere , Sylvia continued proudly , Ronan has amnesia now and only loves me . She crashed our wedding to make a scene . She claims to love Ronan , but wears a copy of your wedding ring obviously trying to get your attention . Talk about desperate ! She may be my sister , but shes always been manipulative and jealous . She tormented me growing up I put up with all that . But I couldnt stay silent when she impersonated your beloved wife . Dont worry though , weve already taken care of her . Ronan cut off her finger with that fake ring . I threw it out the window where itll never be found . If you want to punish her further , go ahead dont hold back on my account . Who do you think you are to deserve any consideration from Mr. Quinn ? Calixs assistant immediately moved in front of him whila anarch Chapter 5 Calixs expression was apocalyptic . Sylvia , completely misreading the situation , thought his rage was directed at me and prepared to pile on more accusations . Finally sensing impending disaster , Ronan grabbed her arm and hissed , Shut the hell up ! The mysterious Mrs. Quinn had arrived early . The only people here were those Ronan had personally invited . The only exception was me . 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