Reborn as the Sweetheart of a Paranoid Boss

Chapter 846: Chapter 846: So Sweet It Makes Your Teeth Ache

After resting for a little while in the pavilion, Selena Kensington was informed by a Sinclair family servant that the evening banquet was about to begin.

So, Selena and Vivian Sutton headed toward the banquet hall.

Upon entering the banquet hall, Selena immediately spotted Sterling Norwood, who stood out conspicuously among the Norwood family members.

He was looking towards the entrance, and upon seeing Selena appear, a hint of a smile flashed across his eyes.

Selena gave him a slight nod.

Then she looked at the person next to her, Vivian Sutton. Without waiting for Selena to speak, Vivian knew what she wanted to say, so Vivian waved her hand saying, "Go, go, I’ll go find my mom."

Upon hearing this, Selena didn’t say much more and simply responded, "Alright."

After Vivian went off to find Lauren Sinclair, Selena made her way toward Sterling Norwood.

The ladies in the hall had just witnessed Selena’s methods, so they instinctively stepped aside to make way.

Thus, Selena reached Sterling Norwood without any hindrance.

Sterling Norwood naturally wrapped an arm around her waist.

Seeing the laughter in her eyes, Sterling Norwood lowered his head, lightly tapped her nose with his fingertip, and said indulgently, "Feeling happy?"

Even if Sterling wasn’t present earlier, any news concerning Selena would still reach Sterling from the Norwood family.

So, Sterling Norwood had actually received word about the incident well before Selena arrived at the banquet.

Hearing this, Selena slightly tilted her chin and responded playfully, "Not bad."

Onlookers, who were single and observing their interaction, felt their teeth ache from the sweetness.

To avoid turning into envious lemons, those people averted their gaze after watching for a bit.

After saying those words, Selena curiously scanned the hall.

She looked at Sterling Norwood beside her with confusion and asked, "Why don’t I see Sloane or my cousin?"

Upon hearing this, Sterling Norwood cast his gaze downward, "They are still upstairs with the Sinclair family elder. Grandpa is up there too. Want to go see?"

Hearing Sterling’s words, Selena slightly leaned her body against Sterling Norwood, "It should start soon, let’s not bother."

Sterling Norwood, accommodating Selena’s weight, responded softly.

Indeed, as Selena predicted, the banquet started shortly after.

When the guests in the banquet hall saw Silas Sinclair and Sloane Hawthorne accompany the Sinclair family patriarch, they were a bit stunned.

The woman next to Silas, could she be the girlfriend he has in the entertainment industry?

Looking at the scene, following the Sinclair patriarch? Could it be...

Has the Sinclair patriarch acknowledged Sloane Hawthorne’s identity?

So, aside from announcing Silas Sinclair as the Family Head of the Sinclair family, could this banquet also be meant to confirm Sloane Hawthorne’s status?

The young aristocrats present exhibited subtle expressions when Sloane Hawthorne appeared.

Even though some of them were already informed, many others still found it hard to believe this matter.

How did Sloane Hawthorne manage to catch Silas Sinclair’s eye and also gain the Sinclair patriarch’s approval?

These young aristocrats were inwardly incredulous while their eyes remained fixed on Sloane Hawthorne as she descended.

Yet, facing the scrutiny of countless attendees, Sloane Hawthorne remained calm and collected, occasionally responding to the Sinclair patriarch’s conversation without haste or arrogance.

Witnessing this composed Sloane Hawthorne sparked some confusion among the attendees.

Wasn’t Sloane Hawthorne supposed to be just a background-less orphan from the welfare home? Despite entering the entertainment industry and climbing her way to some fame, her origins shouldn’t be maskable.

But her demeanor and equanimity seemed far from what an average person could possess.

Seeing Sloane Hawthorne’s poised manner beside the Sinclair patriarch and Silas Sinclair, those who initially dismissed her due to her background started to shed their scorn.

Selena Kensington observed the surrounding reactions, and a slight smile tugged at her lips at their response.

Afterwards, everything proceeded smoothly and naturally.

Once the Sinclair patriarch publicly announced Silas Sinclair as the Family Head and then Sloane Hawthorne’s identity, there was a brief pause in the banquet hall, followed by thunderous applause.

’Clap clap clap...’

Although they were shocked that the Sinclair family truly chose a celebrity as the mistress, it was an internal family matter. Even if some high-society guests felt some regret, it wasn’t their place to intervene.

Luckily, they hadn’t acted against the future Sinclair family mistress; otherwise, future interactions might have been awkward.

After the announcements, the banquet returned to its social atmosphere.

Silas Sinclair and Sloane Hawthorne accompanied the Sinclair and Norwood patriarchs over.

Before reaching them, the Norwood patriarch cheerfully addressed Selena, "Selie, aren’t you tired from standing? Sterling here should have helped you to a seat."

Upon finishing, the Norwood patriarch gave Sterling Norwood a reproachful look.

Sterling Norwood: "..."

Selena chuckled as she explained for Sterling Norwood, "I’m not tired, Grandpa, I chose to stand myself."

Hearing Selena’s explanation, the Norwood patriarch nodded enthusiastically, responding three times, "Good, good, good."

The Sinclair patriarch wasn’t to be outdone, saying, "Selena dear, it’s been a while. The baby is due soon, yes?"

Selena greeted the Sinclair patriarch, "Hello, Grandpa Sinclair, it’s been a while."

Then she lowered her gaze to her own belly, before smiling and saying, "Yes, it’s arriving soon."

The Norwood patriarch nudged the Sinclair patriarch with his elbow, "Hey, are you trying to take my great-grandchild?"

The Sinclair patriarch glared back undauntedly, "It’s my great-grandchild too!!"

"How is it your great-grandchild!?"

"..."

The two elderly men bantered back and forth, showing no signs of backing down.

After a childish spat, they once again threw their arms around each other and said to Selena and the others, "We’re off for a game of chess, you all enjoy yourselves..."

Saying so, the pair walked away.

"..."

Having witnessed the bickering turn into camaraderie, Selena’s mouth twitched slightly.

What magical senior friendship.

After the Norwood and Sinclair patriarchs departed, Silas Sinclair and Sloane Hawthorne finally approached.

As soon as Sloane reached Selena, she disdainfully flicked away Silas Sinclair’s hand that rested on her wrist.

Excitedly, she bounced over to Selena’s side, calling out sweetly, "Sister."

Silas Sinclair: "..."

His wife had never been so soft around him! Never! Ever!

For a moment, Silas Sinclair couldn’t help but cast an envious and jealous glance at Selena; given that Selena was a woman, his heart was all the more exasperated.

He couldn’t possibly change his gender just to win favor from his wife.