Chapter 45: Alexander's Public Confession?
Charles had a second thought.
If this video was real and Catherine liked someone else, and that person joined the Windsor family in the future, wouldn't Catherine never leave the Windsor family!
As for Alexander, the Howard family was a major family in Imperia City and even worldwide, so family disputes were definitely significant.
If Catherine really married into that family, they might not even have much time to see each other!
Charles held back Juniper, George, Richard, and Philip, who were about to lose their tempers.
He looked at Catherine gently: "Catherine, do you like this person? Don't feel pressured. In our family, as long as you like someone, it doesn't matter who they are! If you don't like them, we don't need a big family. If you like them, even a driver is fine!"
Alexander's eyes instantly lit up, looking at Catherine expectantly!
"There's no like or dislike, just friends."
Charles nodded, "Friends are good too, there's still room for development in the future."
"Mr. Howard, since Catherine has someone she likes, I think we can reconsider the engagement between you two. After all, you probably don't like this kind of arrangement made by elders either. Young people should have free love."
Alexander's face showed a bright smile.
"I think so too, which is why Catherine and I are in a free relationship. The person driving in this video is me."
Charles, George, Richard, and Philip were stunned.
Bethany was shocked!
What did you say?
This car wasn't even worth as much as a button on Alexander's clothes, and Alexander said the driver was him?
Even Juniper was amazed. She'd seen people praise themselves, but never seen anyone put themselves down like this.
Alexander turned and walked to the giant screen, his tailored suit making his figure stand out even more.
He connected his phone to the screen and quickly pulled up a video from his phone.
It was from the driver's perspective, showing a few seconds of Catherine standing by the roadside waiting for a car, but it had everything needed.
"I'm really sorry, I didn't expect someone else to film a video of Catherine and me. This was just a joke between us. When we hold our wedding banquet later, I hope everyone will attend."
Everyone was stunned!
Who knew the person driving that beat-up car was actually Alexander!
"You know what, that car actually looks pretty good. I'm going to get one too."
"Mr. Howard and Ms. Windsor have such a good relationship, looks like he picks Ms. Windsor up from work almost every day!"
The Windsor family members were very confused.
Bethany and Aurora were almost crying with joy!
So it had been Alexander picking up and dropping off Catherine all this time, and he specifically chose such a humble car to keep a low profile. How romantic!
It seemed Alexander was quite satisfied with Catherine, and Catherine didn't seem to have no feelings for Alexander either. Look at that smile every time she got in the car, just like when they were young and in love.
Philip said unhappily: "Mr. Howard, you pick up Catherine in such a beat-up car? Are you looking down on the Windsor family!"
Alexander replied politely: "How would I dare? It's just that when Catherine and I first met, she chose this car. I thought she liked this brand, so as a gift, I've already bought a car brand to give to Catherine."
Philip's expression improved considerably.
Since Catherine liked it, then it was definitely fine!
Catherine looked at Alexander with a somewhat complicated expression.
"When did you film this video?"
"I noticed someone around was filming, so I recorded this video in advance just in case. Of course, I also wanted to capture you."
Catherine didn't speak.
A killer being sensitive to their surroundings was true, but what did that second part mean?
Bethany, seeing them getting along so well, looked delighted.
"Mr. Howard, Catherine, since you're both here, go dance the opening dance! Having Mr. Howard accompany her for the first dance at Catherine's birthday party would be perfect!"
Originally, they had planned to have Charles, George, Richard, and Philip take turns dancing with Catherine.
Now that Alexander was here, and they had an engagement, he was indeed the best choice!
Alexander's gaze carried a burning intensity. He bowed slightly and extended his hand to Catherine.
"May I invite you for the first dance? My fiancée!"
According to etiquette, the first dance couldn't be refused. Meeting Bethany and Aurora's expectant gazes and Alexander's deep eyes, Catherine had to agree.
"Okay."
A romantic waltz began playing. The principal of the world's best orchestra drew his violin, and the piano melody flowed into the hall along with the gorgeous dress hem.
Alexander held Catherine's slender waist, and they danced together in the ballroom.
"You're very beautiful today, my fiancée."
Catherine remained silent.
It wasn't like she didn't have her own name. What was the point of constantly calling her fiancée?
Was he getting back at Charles for suggesting they break off the engagement? She didn't know he was so petty!
The handsome man was tall and strong, the girl in his arms petite and beautiful, their dance steps perfectly matching the rhythm, captivating everyone's hearts!
It was simply perfect!
This opening dance could be put straight into an etiquette textbook!
Truly worthy of the Windsor family's daughter and the Howard family's leader, so elegant!
Esme bit her handkerchief, watching the two dancing in the ballroom, her heart filled with jealousy.
The person dancing with Alexander should have been her!
She had specifically worn her favorite dress for today, hoping to steal the show at the party and outshine everyone, but not only was her prepared video useless, Alexander had claimed it!
Esme looked at Lucy beside her.
"What do we do now? Alexander is dancing the opening dance with Catherine. I'm a joke!"
She was dressed so beautifully, yet no one invited her to dance!
Even Bethany hadn't acknowledged her existence!
Lucy was unconcerned and comforted her: "Esme, being in the spotlight now doesn't mean being in the spotlight later. When Bethany realizes you're the best Windsor family daughter, the fanfare will definitely be much bigger than now. You know, Catherine hasn't been recognized by all the Windsor family members yet."
To return to the Windsor family, both Marcus and Lila had to agree!
With Lila's current attitude toward Catherine, she definitely wouldn't let her return to the Windsor family. As long as Lila didn't recognize her identity, there was still a chance.
"You're right, but Alexander is so good to her now, what chance do I have!"
"Mr. Howard just met Catherine. He hasn't seen this kind of girl from a poor family before. Plus, he's just keeping up appearances. It's all an act. In my opinion, you still have a chance!"
Esme watched Catherine and Alexander finish their first dance in the ballroom.
Alexander was bending down to kiss Catherine's hand!
Although this was an essential part of noble etiquette, Esme was still crazy with jealousy!
After the dance ended, servants ran over and lined up in front of the Windsor family members.
"Mr. Bethany Windsor, Mrs. Aurora Windsor, this is a gift from Trevor Wood to Ms. Catherine Windsor, a famous painting."
Everyone was shocked.
Trevor, wasn't he the previous national leader!
"Mr. Bethany Windsor, Mrs. Windsor, Oscar White sends Ms. Catherine Windsor a pair of agate bracelets."
Oscar, Stellara's old-generation Jade Oracle, now basically all the stone gambling and maritime trade industries were under his name!
Catherine actually knew such people?
"This is a classical violin from Vincent Hall for Ms. Windsor."
Vincent, contemporary violin master, a world-class figure in violin, whose textbooks he had compiled!
"Marcus sends Ms. Windsor an LC-5 helicopter!"
Everyone was shocked!
Wasn't this the newest car-helicopter hybrid! The only one in the world!
Marcus really doted on Catherine. If they could win Catherine's favor, they wouldn't have to worry about future cooperation with the Windsor family.
Bethany looked at the pile of gifts in front of him, also stunned.
He hadn't even dared to send invitations to these super heavyweight figures. After all, it was just his child's birthday, how could he presume to send out invitations?
"Catherine, do you know all these people?"
Catherine looked at the pile of gifts from her teachers, somewhat speechless. With her teachers' abilities, they should have known she was the Windsor family's daughter on her first day home.
Catherine shook her head: "They should be Grandpa's friends."
"Then your grandpa must want to give you a surprise, so that's fine! I didn't expect your grandpa to be so thoughtful!"