The Disguised Billionaire She Rejected novel Chapter 194

Chapter 194

Marcus let out a quiet sigh before looking at Cory.

He no longer had the patience to entertain meaningless arguments.

Without another word, he gestured toward the banquet hall. “Please come in.”

A smug smile spread across Cory’s face.

He walked inside alongside Mrs. Leah while Marcus calmly led them through the elegantly decorated hall before stopping at one of the reserved VIP tables.

“This is your table.”

Marcus politely pulled out their chairs before stepping back. “If there’s anything you need during the event, please let me know.”

Mrs. Leah looked at him with open disdain. “I’ve never seen someone this shameless,” she scoffed. “After everything we said, you’re still standing there smiling. Do you have no self-respect at all?”

Marcus didn’t respond. Meanwhile, Cory had arrived at a similar conclusion. He looked at Marcus for a few seconds before shaking his head with a faint laugh. He totally believed Marcus was a very low life bastard.

After taking his seat, Cory casually crossed one leg over the other.

“I’d like a bottle of Château d’Yquem 1811.”

Marcus immediately recognized the name.

It was one of the rarest wines in Langstone’s private collection, reserved exclusively for the company’s highest- level strategic partners.

He gave an apologetic smile.

“I’m sorry, sir. That particular wine is only available to our highest-tier VIP guests.”

Cory simply smiled.

“Really?” He leaned back comfortably before replying, “Then perhaps you should verify whether I qualify.”

Marcus nodded.

“Certainly. May I have your name?”

“Cory Harrison.”

Marcus walked to the registration terminal and entered the name into the company’s guest database.

A moment later, the screen displayed the result.

Strategic Partner – Platinum VIP Access.

Marcus looked back at Cory. “My apologies, Mr. Harrison. You are indeed eligible. I will bring the wine immediately.”

A few minutes later, Marcus returned carrying the antique bottle with great care.

He professionally presented the label, uncorked it, poured the wine into Cory’s crystal glass, and placed the bottle gently on the table.

“If you need anything else, please let me know.”

Mrs. Leah couldn’t hide the pride on her face.

She glanced at Marcus before saying coldly, “You see? This is the difference between a truly capable mean and someone like you. He is a vip to the Almighty Langston Empire. let that sink into your skull”

Marcus simply nodded and walked away.

Not long afterward, the appreciation ceremony officially began.

Elegant music echoed through the hall as guests chatted happily while waiting for Langstone’s executives to begin their speeches.

Everything appeared perfectly normal.

Then- A furious shout suddenly echoed throughout the banquet hall.

“What the hell!”

The lively conversations instantly stopped. Every guest turned toward the source of the voice.

Cory had abruptly risen from his chair, his face filled with rage. He held up the wine bottle before glaring directly at Marcus.

“You bastard!” His furious voice echoed through the hall.

“How dare you try to kill me!”

A wave of shock swept through the banquet.

Marcus fell silent for a moment. Deep down, he knew Cory was twisting the situation. Cory had indeed requested the bottle himself.

Still… He couldn’t deny that, as the staff member serving the wine, he should have verified whether there were any special health restrictions attached to the guest’s profile. One of the reason he was here instead of taken the CEO’s role.

He slowly lowered his head. “For that oversight, I sincerely apologize.i should have checked your VIP profile before serving the wine.”

Several guests nodded quietly.

That much, at least, seemed fair.

Marcus then lifted his head again.

“But that doesn’t change one fact.”

His voice remained steady. “You specifically requested Château d’Yquem 1811 by name I initially refused because it was reserved for Platinum VIP guests. Only after confirming your identity in the system did I retrieve it for you.”

He looked directly at Cory. “I served the exact wine you asked for.”

Cory’s face darkened instantly.

His eyes narrowed as he took a step closer

“So now you’re calling me a liar? I nearly drank something that could have triggered a life threatening allergic reaction, and instead of taking responsibility, you’re accusing me of making everything up?”

Before Marcus could answer, Mrs. Leah abruptly stood from her chair She pointed angrily at Marcus.

“I was sitting beside Cory the entire time. He never asked for that wine”

Ms. Leah knew well that Cory asked for the wine. but she also understood he wanted to use it to humiliate Marcus. so she was going to buttress his point.

She folded her arms and glared at Marcus with unconcealed disgust.

“You’re the one who brought it over on your own you completely lack professionalism. Someone like you has no business working for Langstone.”

Several nearby guests exchanged uncertain glances.

If both Cory and Mrs. Leah were saying the same thing…

Then Marcus’ explanation suddenly sounded much weaker.