Chapter 128
The media bombarded them with questions, all focused on Ava's wrist.
The Morgan Group's quarterly new products were famously hard to get in the fashion world. Being the first to wear the Morgan Group's newly released jewelry was definitely worth bragging about in the circle for a month. Now this one-of-a-kind piece wasn't so one-of-a-kind anymore - before the launch event, it was already on the wrist of some unknown designer.
That wasn't fair to anyone.
Facing the sea of microphones, Ava's palms were sweating from nervousness. If she'd known these reporters' questions would be so tricky, she wouldn't have worn it this morning. William was such an upright person who never played favorites. Now he'd get a reputation for giving his employees special treatment, completely ruining his professional image in the industry.
Compared to Ava, William was unusually calm.
He curved his lips slightly, and what he did next shocked everyone.
On camera, he took Ava's hand and interlaced his fingers with hers. Facing the media, he said,
"She's not just a designer, she's also the lady boss of the Morgan Group. Let me formally introduce her - this is my wife, Mrs. Ava Morgan, and she's also the designer of this piece. It's a Morgan Group tradition that each quarter's new collection includes two pieces, and the first one always goes to my wife."
When he finished, everyone's jaws dropped. After a few seconds of silence, the place erupted.
The watching employees started whispering among themselves,
"See, I told you they had a secret marriage, and you didn't believe me. I've seen them commuting together several times. Ava sits right next to Mr. Morgan, and they even hold hands when they get out of the car."
"Mrs. Ava Morgan is so low-key - what if she's been planted among us to eavesdrop on our conversations and report back to Mr. Morgan? Oh no, I think I've said things I shouldn't have."
"Ahhh... they're so perfect together. The Morgan Group has a lady boss now!"
James had guessed this would be the result when he heard William was going to announce the marriage. After a few minutes of chaos, he worked with the host to restore order.
The host on stage was practically shouting herself hoarse into the microphone,
"Everyone, please quiet down, everyone please quiet down..."
But they couldn't.
This topic was just too explosive.
You have to understand, according to online polls, the Morgan Group's CEO ranked number one among men that Emerald City women most wanted to marry.
Men in their circle who were as handsome as he weren't as rich, and those richer than he were few and far between. He was a man equipped with both top-tier looks and wealth.
William squeezed Ava's fingers, signaling her not to be nervous.
How could Ava not be nervous?
She'd never imagined that one day he would say those words to the media, announce their marriage, and declare to the world in front of cameras, "This is my wife, Mrs. Ava Morgan."
This was a scene she wouldn't even dare dream about.
Her mind was still racing, feeling dizzy. She was afraid this was a dream and not reality. She was really standing next to him as Mrs. Ava Morgan, standing in front of the media.
At this moment, she felt everything was worth it, and even felt a bit regretful for doubting him and resenting him before.
He was truly sincere with her now.
The scene remained chaotic for a long time.
William took the microphone from the host,
"Everyone, please don't get too excited. This is the Morgan Group's new quarterly launch event, not a wedding."
Only then did everyone quiet down.
A reporter held up a microphone and asked,
"Mr. Morgan, can you tell us when you got married?"
Since William had made it public, he had nothing left to hide. He said frankly,
"We registered three years ago."
Everyone was amazed - they'd had a secret marriage for three years.
Reporter: "Mr. Morgan, would you mind sharing your and Mrs. Ava Morgan's love story?"
William glanced sideways at the woman standing obediently beside him, who seemed stunned by the scene. He said slowly,
"We married first and fell in love later. Our feelings grew over time."
People whispered, "So sweet, Mr. Morgan's eyes are practically glued to Mrs. Ava Morgan."
A reporter pressed on, "Mr. Morgan, will you have a wedding ceremony?"
At this question, Ava looked up at him. This was a question she'd kept buried in her heart for so long, not daring to ask. Now that a reporter had asked it, she looked at him expectantly, waiting for his answer.
Having a grand wedding with the person she loved had been her dream since childhood. If that person were William, she'd wake up laughing even in her dreams.
Ava was a bit nervous now. She was already overjoyed that he'd announced their marriage in front of so many people. If there was also going to be a wedding...
Quickly, she told herself not to hope for too much. Being able to stand beside him as Mrs. Ava Morgan was already good enough. People should know how to be content.
Ava was holding his hand, her thoughts spinning in circles. She imagined a hundred ways he might say no, but still couldn't suppress a little hope in her heart.
William hesitated for a few seconds into the microphone, then said slowly,
"The wedding is still being planned. We will have one."
His words made Ava so happy that she felt like floating. Her mind was already filled with images of the wedding - him in a custom-tailored suit, handsome and aloof, the most handsome man in the world. He would personally put that wedding ring on her finger, lift her veil, and kiss the bride in front of everyone, and say "I do" to all their friends and family...
Ava was now so excited she could barely contain herself. Her other hand kept scratching her palm to remind herself this was a launch event and she shouldn't lose her composure.
Then another reporter asked,
"Mr. Morgan, you and Mrs. Ava Morgan have been married for so long, do you have any plans to have a baby?"
Hearing the reporter's question, Ava snapped back to attention and heard him say into the microphone, word by word,
"Not in our plans for now."
Ava felt like a fire burning bright had suddenly been doused with cold water. The secret in her belly - she still hadn't dared tell him.
Everyone knew he didn't like children.
At that moment, Howard, watching the TV, was not pleased to hear this. Just moments ago, watching that rascal grandson holding hands sweetly with his granddaughter-in-law at the launch event, he'd praised him a few times, thinking the boy had finally figured out how to treat his wife right lately.
Howard's happiness lasted only a few seconds before he heard him tell reporters they didn't want children, which really made him angry.
He immediately had Jeremy bring him his phone and called his grandson, who was at the launch event,
"You little punk, do you want me to hold a great-grandchild or not?"
William forgot to turn off his mic, and the questioning voice on the phone came through clearly to everyone present.
William looked slightly embarrassed. He handed the microphone to Ava beside him and spoke to Howard in a low voice,
"Grandpa, I'm at a launch event. I'll call you back later."
But even as he said this, he didn't dare hang up. Howard was acting like a child now, making a fuss with him. If he hung up this call today, who knew how he'd scold him later?
Howard snorted coldly,
"Look at how old you are. When your dad was your age, you were already two years old. You two are at the best age for having children right now. Don't waste these golden years. After these few years, you won't be able to perform anymore, and then we'll see if Ava doesn't look down on you."
William broke out in a cold sweat.
Howard really knew how to curse him, saying his sexual performance would fail in a few years. He was perfectly fine, okay?