Falling For My Ex's Uncle - Chapter 317: Chapter 317

"What's wrong with that? She is pregnant, so she naturally has to turn a blind eye," someone teased with a smile. The ridicule in her words was like a sharp needle that pierced straight into my eardrums.
"But do you think she can really sit firmly in the position of Mrs. Herrera?" a delicate but sharp voice asked softly, "Will she be kicked out like her mother?"
I frowned slightly and clenched my fists subconsciously. My nails dug into my palms. The pain cleared my muddled thoughts for a moment, and my knuckles turned white from the force.
"But the other party is just a nurse. Maybe Mr. Herrera is just with her for fun," another person echoed, not hiding the disdain in her tone.
A person said, "What do you know? Back then, Mr. Herrera married Laurel because of her ordinary family background. He didn't expect her to hide her identity. Moreover, I heard that ever since she returned, Mr. Herrera hasn't looked for her."
Someone else asked, "So you're saying that they'll get a divorce?"
The first person said, "Maybe they'll get divorced after the baby's born."
The laughter of the few of them entered my ears. I took a deep breath and tried to straighten my back. Then, I pushed the door open and walked out.
A person said, "Didn't they just get married not long ago? Will they get a divorce just like that?"
"Will that woman agree?" As soon as she finished speaking, the girl beside her nudged the person who was talking beside her with her elbow, and a hint of panic flashed across her eyes.
I smiled faintly at them and turned to walk towards the banquet hall.
As soon as I stepped into the banquet hall, Kailyn saw me and immediately ran to my side.
There was a sweet smile on her exquisite and beautiful face, but that smile did not seem sincere. She reached out and pulled my arm intimately. She swayed slightly and said coquettishly, "Come with me to cut a cake for Grandma."
If one didn't know the inside story, they would definitely think that we were a pair of sisters with a deep relationship. However, only I knew that there was definitely a scheme against me behind this sweetness.
I retracted my arm without batting an eyelid. The corners of my mouth curled up into a perfect arc as I replied softly, "Sure."
I followed her to the long table filled with exquisite desserts. The huge multi-layered cake was decorated with delicate flowers and sparkling sugar beads.
After cutting the cake, a trace of smugness flashed across Kailyn's eyes. She elegantly took out an expensive set and handed it to Rebecca. "Grandma, I specially chose this for you. I wish you good health."
Then, she suddenly thought of something and turned to look at me. Her eyes were filled with provocation. Her eyes rolled slightly and her lips curled into a mocking smile. "What did you buy for Grandma?"
She deliberately raised her voice to embarrass me in front of everyone.
Before I could speak, I saw the man standing beside Alex holding expensive coffee in a brocade box. He walked steadily and handed the coffee to Rebecca. He lowered his head slightly. "Mrs. Parks, this is a gift from Mr. Herrera and Mrs. Herrera for you to nourish your body."
Rebecca smiled until her eyes narrowed into slits. She thanked him profusely and took the coffee with both hands, gently caressing the box.
However, Kailyn refused to give up. She pointed at me again. "Don't tell me you didn't prepare a gift? Why don't you play a song or dance? You can't come empty-handed and disappoint Grandma."
There was a mocking smile on her lips, and the contempt in her eyes seemed to be waiting to see me make a fool of myself.
Anger burned in my heart, but I only smiled faintly.
I walked straight to the piano and gently brushed my fingers over the keys, feeling the cold touch.
I sat down gently and adjusted my posture. I straightened my back and slowly placed my hands on the piano keys. I took a deep breath. In an instant, the clamor in the banquet hall seemed to be isolated by me.
As my fingertips fell, a famous piece flowed from them.
When the song ended, the entire banquet hall fell silent. Everyone was immersed in the shock of the music. After a moment, thunderous applause erupted.
However, I did not stop there. I stood up and walked to the easel that had been prepared long ago. My fingers gently held a corner of the white cloth and slowly opened it. A lifelike painting appeared in front of everyone.
The character had a benevolent expression on her face. Her eyes were lowered, as if she was looking down at all living beings. Her clothes fluttered, as if she was about to fly away with the wind in the next second.
Everyone present widened their eyes in shock. Their mouths were slightly agape, and their faces were filled with disbelief.
I accidentally caught Kailyn asking Austin angrily, "Didn't you say that she doesn't know anything?"
Austin's face was filled with embarrassment. His face was flushed red. He opened his mouth, but he was speechless.
In the six years I was with Austin, I hid my talents and focused on him.
He liked classical music, so I stayed with him and immersed myself in records, but I never let him know that I could play.
He was obsessed with paintings, so I quietly studied all kinds of books, but hid my painting skills.
At that time, he was the center of my world. I thought that I could protect my love like this, but I didn't expect him to look down on me and betray me.
Kailyn could not suppress the jealousy in her heart again in front of everyone. She asked in a sharp voice, "When did you buy this painting?"
I smiled faintly. "I don't have much money on me, and I'm unfamiliar with this place. I drew this painting myself."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone gasped in shock and began to whisper.
Someone narrowed his eyes and carefully examined the painting. He realized that this painting was somewhat similar to the painting of Master Immortal Crane on the Internet. He could not help but blurt out, "Could she be Master Pat Pena's disciple?"
With this question, everyone looked at me with reverence and curiosity. The people who were pointing at me and mocking me just now were all silent.
I looked around and saw the inconsistent faces of these people. I had mixed feelings.
I turned my body slightly and faced the crowd. I walked in front of Rebecca and said, "Grandma, this painting is a token of my appreciation. I hope that your blessings will be deep."
Rebecca came back to her senses and quickly held my hand. Her eyes were filled with praise. "You're so considerate. I am very happy."
At this moment, Kailyn was standing at the side with a livid expression. Her hands were tightly clenched into fists, and her nails were almost digging into her palms. She never expected the situation had taken a dramatic turn.
Austin stood not far away and stared at me with deep eyes. There seemed to be an unprecedented scrutiny and thought in his eyes, as if he had only really known me today.
"It seems that I don't know you well enough!" Alex stared at me with his beautiful eyes and said calmly.