Chapter 133

Evelyn gave a subtle nod. "Indeed, I am!"

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Little did they know, their exchange was causing stunned whispers among the surrounding crowd.

Everyone could clearly see the adoration in Harrison's eyes as he gazed at Evelyn. The intensity of his stare made them appear like long-lost lovers reunited.

Murmurs spread like wildfire, particularly because their coordinated outfits in identical shades created undeniable visual harmony.

"Are they actually together?" someone gasped, igniting immediate speculation.

Nathan stood nearby, his expression darkening instantly. His burning glare could have melted steel as he watched the pair.

"Mr. Whitmore, have you two met before?" one of Vanessa's companions dared to ask.

Harrison's eyes never left Evelyn as he replied, "We've known each other since childhood."

The revelation sent shockwaves through the gathering.

Since childhood?

That implied they'd grown up together!

This revelation made perfect sense. After all, Evelyn was the heiress to Kingsley Industries, one of the world's most powerful conglomerates.

Any man who shared her privileged upbringing would naturally possess comparable status. Wasn't Horizon Technologies' rapid expansion in Pamore proof enough?

Vanessa's face paled dramatically. Moments earlier, she'd been shamelessly boasting about her close ties to Harrison.

She never imagined Evelyn would be the true insider all along!

Vanessa wished the marble floors would swallow her whole in her humiliation.

"Evie, let me introduce you to someone special." Harrison extended his hand. Evelyn hesitated under the weight of countless staring eyes.

Accepting his hand publicly would undoubtedly spark rumors. While she didn't care for herself, she worried about consequences for Harrison.

Before she could refuse, Harrison decisively clasped her hand. His palm radiated comforting warmth against hers.

The mysterious CEO of Horizon Technologies had finally revealed himself!

Dozens of business magnates swarmed toward Harrison, but he politely declined their advances with practiced ease.

He moved purposefully through the crowd toward his singular focus.

"Vanessa, Harrison's coming over!" a friend squealed, tugging excitedly at her sleeve.

Vanessa froze in shock.

She never expected Harrison to approach her. What should she say? Nervousness overwhelmed her.

Then Harrison stopped before Evelyn, declaring for all to hear, "Hello, Evie. It's been too long."

The crowd erupted in astonished whispers.

"What's happening? Do Harrison and Evelyn know each other?"

"What's their relationship?"

"Look at their matching outfits! They're clearly a couple!"

Every eye in the room locked onto the pair as speculation ran wild.

Evelyn smiled knowingly. "I should have guessed when Aunt Beatrice called me. Still, this is quite unexpected."

Harrison reached out, affectionately tousling her hair.

"Unexpected? Or pleasantly surprised?"