Semua Bab Opening My Eyes to Reality: Bab 501 - Bab 510

As soon as Natalie appeared, everything else around her dimmed. The spotlight followed her, and it was as if someone had pressed the mute button, silencing the bustle of the venue. All eyes turned toward her.She wore a mermaid gown in the color of moonlight. The fitted satin bodice was adorned with tiny rhinestones that shimmered like a dusting of snow, casting a rainbow-like halo. From the knees down, the skirt gradually flared out, with peacock feathers—outlined in silver thread—embroidered into the sheer fabric.With every step she took, the feather patterns rippled gently, making her look like a peacock prancing under the moonlight, about to spread its wings. Even the train trailing behind her carried an air of refined pride.There were two children beside her. Wanda was adorable and well-behaved, while Rowley was handsome and cool.But what shocked everyone the most was the man holding the hands of the two children.Rowan wore a velvet suit, also moonlight-colored. A sapph

With Rowan alive, that meant Natalie was never going to look back. The thought alone made Jason furrow his brows even more deeply."We're heading back to Velmont. He's bound to make a move," Jason said.The recent actions of RN Group were undoubtedly tied to Rowan. And there was Mattel Group as well. He wouldn't be able to just sit idly by.…Back at the gala, the family of four had become the center of attention. The mood was particularly festive and full of cheer, with the most anticipated event of the evening—the lucky draw segment—still to come. Every employee of RN Group had a numbered ticket, and when the time came, Natalie would personally draw the lucky winners.After Jason and Jane were kicked out, Wanda started whining for food, so Rowan brought her to the buffet-style dining area.The dining table was draped in a white tablecloth. Champagne bubbled in tall flutes, while the orange-tinged wine glowed with a velvety sheen under the lights. Silver cutlery sat neatly bes

Natalie mimicked Regina's tone from before. "There are so many people around right now. Why did I only hit you and not anyone else? Clearly, you're the problem here."Her hair was loosely pinned at the back, with a few strands falling by her neck. Her lips, slightly pursed, carried a hint of aloofness. But when she glanced up at Regina, the sharpness in her gaze looked like it was forged from daggers, capable of killing without wasting a drop of blood.Regina ground her teeth as she trembled with rage. "Do you know who I am? My husband is Jim Selby. You dare treat me like this? He won't let you off so easily!"Jim Selby? As if he were some big shot!When Regina saw Natalie's dismissive expression, her anger flared even hotter. "Just you wait. I'm calling my husband right now."Natalie shrugged. "Go ahead. I'll wait."Regina quickly dialed a number and wailed into the phone, "Honey, your son and I are being bullied by a woman! She even slapped me! It hurts so much! Come quickly! S

The spotlight focused on Natalie, and instantly, it was as if someone had hit the mute button, silencing the clamor of the venue. Hundreds of eyes turned toward her, and even their breaths seemed to soften. Their gazes were drawn to the flowing train of her dress as well as the steadiness in her eyes.She slowly turned to Rowan, her eyes softening with affection. "My husband—the man I love most—is the biological father of my children and also the only son of Gregory Mattel, chairman of Mattel Group—Rowan Mattel."The moment her words landed, the entire annual gala seemed to hold its breath. All eyes were fixed on Rowan and Natalie, and their expressions shifted from confusion to disbelief. Even the air itself seemed to freeze, leaving only the sound of breathing.Mattel Group? The only son of Gregory Mattel? Rowan Mattel?Five whole minutes of silence passed before someone asked, "But… didn't everyone say Rowan Mattel was dead? What's going on?"Rowan took the microphone and expla

Rowan raised an eyebrow mockingly. "So, when you die, I'll make sure to remember to visit your grave regularly."Gregory was so furious he nearly lost his balance. If Hubert hadn't steadied him in time, he would've fallen.Hubert quickly helped him sit, then started scolding Rowan, "Mr. Mattel, Mr. Mattel Senior's health has declined significantly. He's been especially shaken about your supposed death these past three years. Can't you at least speak to him kindly?"Rowan's lips pressed into a thin line, and his expression was chilling. "Who do you think you are?"Hubert frowned. "Mr. Mattel, I know you look down on me, but you really shouldn't treat Mr. Mattel Senior this way. He rushed right over here the moment he learned that you were still alive. That shows how important you are to him. You—"But before he could even finish, a loud crash echoed. He had been sent flying several feet across the room before crashing onto the floor. He coughed up a mouthful of blood as he stared w