"You're welcome, Miss Jefferson," Kyle replied gently.

His courage and politeness deeply impressed Carol.

Simon knew there was nothing he could do to make it up to Carol right now, but he could at least get her home safely.

"Kyle, could you take Miss Jefferson home?"

His words made Kyle a bit uncomfortable. He didn't want to be treated like a lowly driver. However, Kyle reverently accepted the request, "Yes, uncle."

Carol stared at him in shock. He was Simon William's nephew?!

She had a good feeling about him anyway, and that was before she knew he was a William! She gratefully accepted his offer to take her home.

This came as an immense relief to Simon as it meant the situation was not irretrievable. Once he persuaded Brian to marry Carol, everything would become much easier.

However, Simon was unaware of the events happening at the party that was sure to make his blood boil with anger.

Back in the house, Brian held Diana's hand with great gentleness as he made his announcement on stage.

"Hello everyone, this woman beside me is my girlfriend. Her name is Diana Anderson."

This sent the crowd into a storm of whispers and shocked looks.

No one had any idea who Diana was, she certainly didn't come from any of their high-class families.

Slightly embarrassed by Brian's introduction, she complained in a whisper to him, "When did I become your girlfriend?"

"Just now," he whispered back.

Then, looking at Diana's delicate mouth, Brian couldn't control his feelings anymore. He lowered his head and kissed her on the lips. The touch was better than he had imagined.

This was the scene that Simon William came upon as he re-entered the room, and it sent him into a horrible rage. "I disagree!" he yelled powerfully.

Diana immediately pushed Brian away, but Brian was not satisfied with their short kiss. He looked at his father indignantly.

"She is my girlfriend, not yours. Your disagreement is not important to me."

With that, Brian took Diana's hand and walked out.

"Brian William, if you leave this house now, I'm done with you!" Simon bellowed.

Brian turned around and said with a sneer, "Great." And just like that, they left the party.

Outside, Diana was being dragged reluctantly to Brian's car.

"Brian, I think it's not good to treat your father in that way."

Without thinking, Brian suddenly erupted in complaints he'd been holding in about his father for a long time.

"He is my father? Then why does he never treat me like his son? All he does is use me for his own benefit!"

Diana was stricken by a wave of sorrow. These years must have been a tough time for Brian.

Fortunately, she and Sybil were by his side now.

Diana reached out her hand to console him.

Brian looked up, "Diana, you like me, right?"

Actually, Diana had already fallen in love with Brian. But she always concealed her feeling and didn't dare to say it out loud.

However, Brian's actions today led Diana to believe his love was true.

She looked at Brian seriously and nodded her head in agreement.

Seeing this, Brian went wild with joy, like a child receiving his favorite gift on Christmas Day.

At the same time, Kyle was dutifully driving Carol back home.

But after Carol told him what had happened at the party, all kinds of feelings welled up in his heart.

Kyle did have a thing for Diana. However, such personal feelings were nothing when compared with his long-term future. So, he had decided to try and forget about her.

But now, he was told that she and Brian were together, it was like someone had taken something that belonged to him. Fury burned in his c.h.e.s.t.

Noticing Kyle's troubled look, Carol asked him concerned, "Are you OK?" After all, Kyle had made a very good impression on her so far.

"It's nothing. Just that girl you mentioned, Diana Anderson, she is one of my schoolmates. But she has a pretty bad reputation in our school."

Kyle couldn't stand to lose Diana to Brian! In his desperation, he resorted to badmouthing Diana in revenge.

"Really?" Carol was surprised. She had disliked Diana from the beginning. And Kyle's comments only served to deepen her dislike.

"Miss Jefferson, you're so innocent. I'm afraid you might end up being the victim of people who have bad intentions."

Kyle was beginning to find a knack for manipulation as he chatted smoothly with Carol.

Carol thought carefully about what he'd said, and finally, she made an important decision.

After arriving at Carol's home, Kyle gently said goodbye to her. Carol was reluctant to part and looked longingly at him as he turned the car around and drove away.

At the same time, a thought flashed through Kyle's mind: if he could get the support of the Jefferson family, it would be much easier for him to contend with Brian.

After the farewell, Kyle had no interest in returning to the dinner party.

On the way back home, he received a call from Antonette.

"Kyle, did Diana go to the dinner party tonight?"

"Yes! Diana is at the party now. Plus, she and Brian confirmed their relationship in front of everyone!"

"What?" Antonette was in a state of disbelief.

How could that happen? She had hidden Diana's evening dress. How did she still manage to go to the party? Did she find a dress?

Why! Why could Diana always get what she wanted so easily?

Kyle lost his patience, listening to Antonette's surprised gasps.

"Enough! You always spoil everything. Can you be more careful next time?!"

Kyle hung up in frustration, which only deepened Antonette's resentment towards Diana.

***

After announcing his relationship with Diana to the world, Brian was in high spirits. He just wanted to stay around here all the time.

Even when Diana was taking a shower, Brian sat leaning against the door of the bathroom, waiting for her.

Diana rolled her eyes at him, sitting there, though she did think he was very cute.

Brian was eager to dote on her in every way he could.

"My dear wife here is your fruit," he said, handing her a plate of cut-up apples.

Diana's face went red all over on hearing the word "wife."

"Who is your wife?" she said with exaggerated astonishment. Strangely enough, the thought of being Brian's wife sent Diana's heart pacing.