Chapter 445
She flipped through the pages two or three times, her lips trembling, utterly incapable of accepting it.
The papers in her hands were nearly crumpled from her tight grip, her eyes brimming with sheer disbelief.
Seeing her devastated, refusing to accept reality, Eleanor let out a cold scoff. “What’s wrong? Does Ms. Sloan suspect these documents are forged?
What a coincidence. Among the guests celebrating my birthday today are several authoritative figures.
Why don’t we invite these gentlemen over to verify the documents in front of everyone? They can tell us whether these papers are real or fake p>
As soon as the words left her mouth, three middle-aged men in formal suits, exuding an air of commanding authority, stepped out from the back of the crowd.
Even though they were in civilian clothes, Sienna recognized them instantly. One of them was Director Julian Bennett.
Director Bennett took the entire stack of documents from Sienna’s hands, and the three of them carefully reviewed and verified the details.
A moment later, the three exchanged a look. “Miss, the evidence in front of you is conclusive and completely accurate.
Today is Eleanor’s birthday banquet, a joyous occasion. Please do not cause baseless drama and ruin the mood for all the guests. Keep your dignity p>
The personal endorsement from three heavyweights dropped like a boulder into the crowd, instantly flipping the narrative.
The guests who had secretly suspected Celeste just moments ago completely switched sides.
Gideon Grayson and Lucas Lowell were the first to start clapping.
“I told you Eleanor wouldn’t lie to us p>
“Even God took pity on Eleanor’s love for her granddaughter and specifically sent Ms. Vaughan to her side p>
“Having a sweet girl to keep you company in your golden years, Eleanor, the best of your blessings are yet to come p>
Surrounded by a chorus of flattery, Eleanor beamed with joy.
Helena chimed in with her own praises.
Sienna watched this display of fabricated harmony with icy eyes, glancing back down at the documents in her hand.
A suffocating wave of despair washed over her!
The Sterlings had mobilized their immense power and connections to forcefully forge a flawless, bulletproof new life for Celeste.
Sienna stared at the impeccable documents, her fingers gripping tightly.
This wasn’t something that could be prepared overnight.
It was a long game of chess. Every single move had been calculated to perfection, just waiting for today to trap her.
To track down Celeste’s whereabouts, she had exhausted her manpower and resources, braving endless dangers.
Evidence was destroyed, malicious threats were sent, and roadblocks were thrown in her path at every turn.
She had fought a solitary war, leaving herself battered and bruised.
And in the end, her enemies used a single birthday banquet, a piece of paper and a public adoption to wipe away all their sins and whitewash the past.
Sienna looked up at the woman in the wheelchair.
Celeste still wore that timid, frightened expression, but Sienna caught the fleeting gleam in her eyes.
The thrill of victory.
Sienna handed the documents back, offering a smile. “Congratulations, Ms. Vaughan p>
Celeste calmly accepted them. When she looked up again, a hint of provocation tainted her innocent eyes.
She looked at Sienna, her thin lips parting slightly. “It’s been a while, Sienna p>
The arrogant smirk, the haughty posture, even her voice dripped with undeniable smugness.
Unfortunately, the loud praises directed at Eleanor completely drowned out Celeste’s blatant hypocrisy in the sea of laughter
Sienna had absolutely zero tolerance for such brazen provocation.
Her hands, hanging by her sides, clenched and unclenched repeatedly.
Just as she reached her limit, gathering strength in her wrist to aht across deliver a vicious slap Celeste’s fake face p>
A figure moved like a swift gale, suddenly appearing by her side.
A strong, muscular hand locked onto her wrist in a vice grip.
Sienna turned her head, only to crash into a pair of dark, predatory eyes!