Chapter170 The Price of Appearances

Ethan’s POV Marcus was so filled with regret and anger that it felt like his chest was about to suffocate him. He kept smoothing his suit jacket with one hand, his eyes darting between Katelyn, Jimson, and the crowd that pressed in from every side. Scarlett hovered close to him, silent for once. Derek stood behind them, arms crossed. But thinking of the occasion today, Marcus could only hold it in. He forced his face into a careful, pleasant smile. He looked tensed, but he covered it up quickly as he leaned toward Scarlett and whispered, “Now is our chance. Just smile and follow my lead.” Something seemed to click in his mind. He straightened his posture, put on a warm smile, and quickly grabbed Scarlett’s hand. “Come, Scarlett,” he said in a low voice, dragging her along with him. Derek, seeing them move, hurried to follow. The three of them wove through the crowd, sidestepping elegantly dressed guests, brushing past reporters, ignoring everyone else around them. As they reached the f