Chapter 161
Julian Thorne’s pupils suddenly widened in the light of Vivian Sinclair’s gaze.
At this moment, even someone as strong-willed as Julian was taken aback by her proactiveness.
He hadn’t expected Vivian to make such a bold move so suddenly.
This response… truly surprised and delighted him.
When Vivian saw the astonishment in Julian’s eyes, she felt a sense of triumph inside.
Humph, it seems she finally managed to surprise him, didn’t she?
However, this kiss was absolutely genuine.
She tried to kiss him more earnestly and gently closed her eyes.
As the warm touch of her lips reached him, Julian felt a surge of electricity flow through his heart.
He gently wrapped his arms around Vivian’s waist, then slowly rose, finally holding her fully in his embrace, before leaning down to kiss her back passionately.
“You said it p>
“You’re willing to marry me now p>
As he said this, a ring effortlessly slipped onto Vivian’s middle finger.
The fit was perfect.
The diamond ring was so large it felt a bit heavy.
Yet, even as they were so close, he still wanted more assurance.
She wasn’t acting on impulse.
She had truly agreed to his proposal.
In the future, she was to become his wife.
Vivian blushed and gently opened her eyes again.
“Julian, do you know how much courage it took me p>
It had only been days since her last marriage ended.
If it weren’t for his incredibly clever tactics, she never intended to marry again in this lifetime.
Yet his intense pursuit had gradually broken down Vivian’s defenses.
Finally, under this proposal filled with surprises specially prepared for her, she had surrendered completely.
She admitted that she had long been moved.
And every time she saw him, her heart fluttered anew for him.
If that was the case, why should she suffer in vain?
Why not boldly enjoy this hard-won happiness that was now within reach?
No matter what the future holds, enjoy the present for now!
“Julian, let’s get married p>
Once she realized it, Vivian opened her heart and released the part of her that had been locked away for so long.
She boldly looked into his eyes, their gazes deeply entwined.
Hearing this, how could Julian not be overjoyed?
He smiled and leaned in once more, pressing his lips tightly against Vivian’s.
“Alright, Miss Sinclair p>
Both of them tentatively sought to kiss each other.
At the same time, a thought crossed their minds: why did it feel so awkward?
Just then, fireworks exploded in the sky again.
There was an uproar below.
Sylvia led the cheers from upstairs.
“They did it! They did it p>
“Look, Julian finally got the girl p>
Hearing the commotion, Vivian glanced down.
That one glance almost gave her a fright.
All the guests who had come tonight were now standing in the garden, looking up at them. Who knew how long they had been watching?
Surely they had witnessed Julian’s proposal.
Their embrace.
Everything must have been seen!
Vivian panicked instantly.
Her face flushed a deep red.
“You… you did this on purpose p>
Vivian finally understood.
Julian wanted everyone to witness this moment.
But knowing she might be shy, he chose the proposal spot on the third floor.
This way, Vivian could open her heart.
And everyone could witness his proposal.
The spectacle was there.
The declaration was made.
Finally, he got the girl and earned a sweet kiss.
Even now, as Vivian playfully punched him, he accepted it with delight.
He smiled, gently and affectionately holding her in his arms.
“Don’t be nervous, let’s greet everyone p>
With that, Julian led the way, holding Vivian’s shoulders, turning together to wave downstairs.
The decision was made, and there was no turning back on the promise, so Vivian awkwardly waved down, despite her embarrassment.
Thankfully, with the distance, no one could see how stiff her posture was.
With Sylvia leading, the Thorne family’s relatives lifted their hands to greet them.
“Congratulations, Julian p>
“Congratulations, congratulations p>
“Finally, Julian’s future is settled p>
“Yes, now even Sylvia can relax p>
The downstairs was bustling.
Who could misunderstand the theme of tonight’s family gathering now?
Everyone, regardless of sincerity, smiled and offered their blessings to Sylvia.
Only Vivian upstairs had one pressing concern: “I don’t have to go downstairs to meet everyone, do I p>
Julian pressed her tense hand down and continued to enjoy the fireworks bursting in the sky.
“Don’t be afraid p>
“Though I do want to announce this good news to the entire world p>
“But the current situation is that we can’t disclose it openly just yet p>
“I need to handle the public’s reaction first before everyone can know that Vivian Sinclair is Julian Thorne’s wife p>
“But the Thornes should first know who the lady of this house is p>
“So, Vivi, let’s go down and meet everyone first p>
“Let them know who you are, so they’ll respect you for your position p>
With these words, he bent down again, this time with his hands behind his back, eye level with Vivian, and slowly asked, “Will you dare to enter the Thorne family with me p>
Seeing his sincerity, Vivian finally smiled, “Why not p>
“I’m no coward p>
Julian stood up straight, holding her hand, “Let’s go p>
The two walked back inside, the fireworks continuing to light up the night sky outside.
The guests below, seeing the couple disappear from the terrace, finally turned their full attention to the beautiful scene above.
At this moment, only one person was still staring in the direction where they disappeared, stunned for a long time.
Julian Thorne…he, he has found a woman he loves?
“Miss Joyce, are you getting off the car?” the driver asked.
Bianca Joyce had already been at Crestfall Villa for a while.
Because she had been dealing with work, she hadn’t immediately gotten out of the car.
She wanted to be in the best state to attend tonight’s banquet, so she wanted to clean up the trouble in her hands beforehand.
Otherwise, she would keep taking calls and be unable to focus in the banquet hall.
Unexpectedly…after the fireworks bloomed, she witnessed that scene on the third floor.
In that moment, the blood in Bianca Joyce’s body turned cold!
Julian Thorne actually proposed to a woman!
Who is that woman?
Why had she never heard even a whisper about this?
He actually, actually proposed to another woman, and she hadn’t sensed a thing?
After watching the whole scene, Bianca Joyce’s complexion paled like a sheet of paper.
A dense pain emerged in her heart.
She loves Julian Thorne.
She has secretly loved him for many, many years.
Does he really not know?
Why does he have to be so cruel, intentionally having Leo Linden give her an invitation just to let her witness this scene?
But clearly, although she is nominally his cousin, their whole family knows that she has not a shred of blood relation with The Joyce Family!
Clearly, before Uncle Thorne died in an accident, their relationship had been so close p>
Why, in just one night, did he treat her like a viper?
The last time in the underground garage, she knew he was drugged by Aunt Thorne.
And she rushed over, intending to help herself, to give them a chance.
In the end, he would rather destroy both their cars, destroy all her dignity, just to escape.
“Ha, Julian Thorne p>
“Did you do this on purpose p>
“Do you want to stir my jealousy, make me fight for the final opportunity p>
“Are these all your tactics p>
“What exactly do you want me to do p>
Tears streamed down Bianca Joyce’s face, her inner rage nearly drowning her reason.
She wanted to see what kind of woman he had chosen to provoke her!
“Out p>
“Why not out p>
Bianca Joyce, filled with anger, pushed the door open and got off the car.
A black fishtail gown outlined her voluptuous figure like a Greek goddess, even the bodyguards on the side of the road cast sidelong glances.
Looking at the bustling banquet hall, Bianca Joyce lifted her head high and stormed over.
At the same time, the fireworks and drone show over at Crestfall Villa had already become a craze online.
Someone happened to capture the scene on the mountain from the foot.
Brilliant and dazzling fireworks.
An exceptional drone proposal.
With this location, who in the whole of Ardis couldn’t guess that this mysterious show was orchestrated by the big shot living at Crestfall Villa?
The video exploded online the moment it was posted.
Countless shares and comments ensued.
The gossip had gone insane.
After all, not only is Julian Thorne the richest person in Ardis, but he’s also the only Asian on the global richest list.
He’s young and handsome.
Mysterious and wealthy.
Many women dream and go crazy for him.
Now, when news about him finally leaks, the result might actually be a proposal?
Who is this woman?
Why does she garner the favor of the big shot?
Without definite answers, many dreamers’ hearts already shattered.
But more people were excited by their first glimpse into elite circles.
Many witnessed this century proposal.
It’s evident, although the big shot tried to remain low-key.
In reality, he couldn’t stay low-key at all.
Online, countless people began speculating who this ’Vivi’ really is?
However, while others may not know, there are two people in the world who are certain.
One of them is Elias Sinclair.
After seeing the video, he was so angry that he smashed his phone to pieces.
“Vivian Sinclair, you want to break away from The Sinclair Family p>
“You want to marry whoever you want p>
“Even if he is Julian Thorne, so what p>
“Your matters, I decide p>
He turned and strode out, Wendy Warren quickly chased after him, shouting, “Elias, where are you going p>
Catherine Sinclair came out of the room looking exhausted.
Seeing this scene, she went to comfort Wendy Warren, “Mom. Don’t mind him p>
“I see brother is about to lose his mind p>
Wendy Warren immediately pushed her away heavily.
“Enough p>
“Can’t you stop telling me to not mind this and that p>
“Your grandparents both fell ill, can I not care p>
“Your father hasn’t been home for days, can I not care p>
“And your brother, now emotionally disturbed by Vivian, can I not care p>
“This family, all are relatives, all are blood kin p>
“If I don’t care, should I watch the family fall apart p>
“How can you be so cold-blooded p>
Catherine Sinclair looked at the coldness in Wendy Warren’s eyes and stepped back two steps.
“I’m cold-blooded p>
“I’m cold-blooded, hearing that grandparents were angered by brother’s marriage issues, causing them both to fall ill, I rushed back home p>
“I’m cold-blooded, I wouldn’t be indifferent to Vivian being imprisoned at home p>
“I’m cold-blooded, then why am I trying to persuade you p>
“You care, yet what have you accomplished for this family p>
“Every day you only sob and complain, no resolve, no backbone p>
“Your whole life has been brainwashed by your husband and son, you’re beyond saving p>
Wendy Warren raised her hand and slapped her across the face.
“Shut up p>
“This family is not for you to criticize p>