Married First, Loved Later : A Flash Marriage with My Ex's 'Uncle' novel Chapter 12

Chapter 12: Exclude Her

Selina pondered briefly before speaking slowly, "Marrying you was never about your money. So, Mr. Reid, there’s really no need to go out of your way to buy me things. Besides, you just gave me an exclusive VIP card to Celestial Feast a few days ago, and I’m already more than satisfied."

Logan raised an eyebrow slightly, his expression unreadable. "Is that so?"

"Of course..." Selina tried to keep her story straight, but a sudden question popped into her mind.

She knew Celestial Feast belonged to Logan, but wasn’t it also part of the Carter Family’s holdings? If so, why did Ryan and Natalia always have to make reservations when they went there?

Her lips twitched as she asked stiffly, "Does your family... not know you own Celestial Feast?"

Logan’s response was lazy and nonchalant, "Started it a few years ago on a whim. I kept it from my family, so naturally, they have no idea."

Oh, that explains it. Selina nodded in understanding.

It made sense. From Logan’s attitude toward Mrs. Hayes and Butler Wilson, it was clear his relationship with his family wasn’t close—in fact, it seemed downright hostile. It was only logical that he’d keep it from them, especially if his relationship with Ryan was even worse.

At that moment, her phone screen lit up with an incoming message.

"Selina, Aurora Crest Group just landed a major deal in Country B. They’re throwing a celebration banquet at Celestial Feast tomorrow. Natalia specifically mentioned you used to work for Aurora Crest and asked me to invite you to come and "gain some perspective."

- Zoey Carter

Selina let out a cold laugh, her eyes immediately flashing with icy resolve.

Ryan wasn’t a favored member of the Carter Family, so he hadn’t been given any part of the family business. He’d started Aurora Crest Group on his own. Two years ago, he had sweet-talked Selina into believing he was her future husband. Wholeheartedly convinced, she had helped him build the company from scratch.

But once the company flourished, Ryan had ruthlessly cast her aside, sharing the fruits of her labor with Natalia instead.

As for this major Country B deal, it was one she had worked tirelessly to secure. Now, it was being flaunted by Natalia as a symbol of her own success.

Selina reread the text, her eyes narrowing at the mention of *Celestial Feast.*

After her run-in with Jillian at Celestial Feast, she vaguely recalled Logan instructing the restaurant manager to blacklist all Carter Family members as well as every Clark Family member except for herself.

So how did Zoey manage to reserve a spot?

Selina’s mind raced, and she looked up at Logan. "Mr. Reid, the food at Celestial Feast really is excellent. I’d like to go again tomorrow. Are there any spots available?"

Logan casually had someone check. "Only the banquet hall is open. But if you want to go, I can make arrangements anytime."

The banquet hall is available? Selina instantly saw through the situation. _{freeweɓnovel.cѳm}

Zoey, planning to host Aurora Crest’s celebration, wouldn’t settle for a general dining area with her spoiled attitude—she would have reserved the banquet hall. But if the banquet hall was still open, then clearly, she hadn’t been able to make a reservation.

Yet here she was, grandly inviting Selina to attend. It was obvious Zoey had set a trap, one that would backfire spectacularly.

The next afternoon, Selina deliberately chose a striking red dress, paired with high heels, and left the house right on time.

Jack lowered his head slightly as he quietly reported to Logan, "Sir, judging by the way Madam is dressed, it looks like she’s about to make a big move."

Logan sipped his tea, chuckling lowly. "Let her. No matter how much trouble she stirs up at Celestial Feast, I’ll handle it."

Half an hour later, Selina arrived at Celestial Feast.

The restaurant was nestled between mountains and water, with a scenic pavilion along the causeway leading to the main hall.

Today’s gathering, organized by Zoey, was held in a private room booked under Natalia’s name. Neither Ryan nor Natalia had arrived yet.