Mistaken Match Marrying the Enigmatic CEO novel Chapter 612
Chapter 611
Scarcity made things valuable–the same applied to humans!
The Lowe family had not returned to their hometown for many years. Today,
news spread that they were back, so more people came to visit and
exchange New Year’s greetings. Although some rural people were
materialistic, the simplicity of their lives was far more abundant than in
bustling cities.
Frederick also came to Emmanuel’s house. Since he would face endless
discussions about why he had not gotten married if he stayed at his own
home, why not come here and listen to others discussing why someone else
had not gotten married? He also realized he overestimated the power of his
PowerPoint presentation. Regardless of how often he answered, people
would continue asking as long as he remained unmarried.
“Why haven’t you gotten married?” That was a question Emmanuel had been
asked many times today, even though Alessandra had spread the word that
her son was married.
It was almost as if he should make a public declaration! However, it
remained a lie since nobody had seen his wife.
“Manny, just admit that you’re not married!” Shane was sticking by
Emmanuel’s side today. After all, they had not seen each other for so many
years, and if they did not interact more today, who knew when they would
have the chance to meet again?
He believed if Emmanuel could not find a wife, he would not have the face to
return. However, he still believed that Emmanuel and Frederick were lying
together to deceive him. Frederick originally mentioned that Emmanuel
married an ugly wife; even if it were an average–looking wife, he would have
tried to believe it. However, Frederick insisted on saying that Emmanuel’s wife
was stunningly beautiful and incredibly wealthy. How could Shane convince
himself to buy such an outrageous lie?
“I am indeed married.” Emmanuel persisted, not tired of repeating himself.
“Then, where is your wife?” someone else questioned.
He could not answer because he had no idea where Mackenzie was right
now! The situation was getting out of hand. Many villagers sighed as they
had a favorable impression of Emmanuel’s grandfather and father. They
were loyal, upright, and devoted to their country, so how did Emmanuel, in
turn, become so untrustworthy?
Meanwhile, at the entrance of Hero’s Village, a black Mercedes Benz cleared
the way and stopped in an open space. Following behind was a red Bentley,
which also came to a stop. Immediately after, another Mercedes Benz
arrived. Then came the fourth and fifth cars, both Mercedes Benzes as well.
A convoy of five luxury cars seemed out of place in the ancient village, like a
two–dimensional Transformer suddenly intruding into the world of heroes.
However, as it turned out, this was a perfectly reasonable occurrence!
In the next moment, almost simultaneously, the doors of all the Mercedes
Benz cars opened, except for the Bentley. Tall and imposing bodyguards in
black suits scattered around, ensuring every detail of the site and eliminating
any potential danger.
In addition, a gray–robed old man slowly approached the Bentley and
respectfully opened the door. “Haha. Hero’s Village truly lives up to its
reputation!” Terence leaned on his cane and stepped out, taking in the fresh
air. Having lived in the city for too long, he almost greedily savored this type
of air. He opened his mouth and took several deep breaths while closing his
eyes.
Alfred had also heard about the renowned heroes and great generals who
once appeared in Hero’s Village. He had long wanted to pay a visit. However,
who knew the daughter of the Quillen family would be married into this
place? That could be considered fate.
In the next moment, Mackenzie also got out of the Bentley. She wore black
tights that accentuated her slender and elongated legs, appearing even
taller and creating a visual effect of being five–foot–eleven! She also wore d
tight–fitting white thermal shirt with pearl patterns as a top with a white
down jacket.
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The combination of black and white was seemingly simple. However,
Mackenzie wore the outfit with the effect of top models. Along with her innate
icy temperament, it secretly captivated the male bodyguards around her.
This woman belonged only in heaven!
Mackenzie felt cold, so she wrapped a red scarf around her neck. That
instantly brought a festive atmosphere to the first day of the new year!
“Grandpa, let’s go!” She walked over and wrapped another red scarf around
Terence’s neck.
The old man dressed in a red suit perfectly matched with the festive scarf!
“Haha. Let’s go! Let’s wish our in–laws a happy new year!”
He was in a great mood today. Choosing Hero’s Village as the first stop for
the new year’s greetings was marvelous to him! However, this magnificent
-procession of new year’s greetings frightened the surrounding villagers.
Is this a new year’s greeting or an invasion by the enemy? Many people
secretly followed behind to watch, pointing and discussing among
themselves. Who has such distinguished people as guests?
People in Hero’s Village had not seen such liveliness during the new year for
many years since the younger generation kept migrating out!
Mackenzie was unfamiliar with the route, so she approached an elderly lady
at the entrance and asked, “Excuse me, miss. Happy New Year! Can you tell
me where the Lowe family lives?”
The way Mackenzie addressed her made her heart flutter with joy! She
pointed toward the eastern part of the village and excitedly said, “The way to
the Lowe family’s house is easy to find. Just keep walking straight until the
end, and you’ll see a brick house directly facing the heroic stone statue!”
“Thank you.” She nodded and walked away.
Terence felt that his granddaughter’s way of expressing gratitude was a bit
cold, so he turned to the elderly woman and said, “Thank you, miss!” Then, he
instructed someone to give her a generous reward.
However, the elderly lady insisted on declining the reward, and her happy
and smiling expression instantly turned cold. This old man! How could he
address me as ‘miss‘? I don’t want to be a ‘miss‘ to him!
It was lively since the Lowe family had returned to the countryside for the
New Year after many years. More and more people were pressing Emmanuel
for information about his wife. However, he did not know how to respond.
Even Alessandra knew nothing about Mackenzie, so how could he casually
reveal details to these people?
At that moment, Howard appeared again with his wife and burst into
laughter. “Emmanuel, did Frederick suddenly use you to brag and catch you
off guard? You can’t back down now, right? Seriously, not having a wife is not
a big deal! Why lie on the spot and stick to it?”
Everyone chimed in and agreed. So what if someone did not have a wife? At
-most, they might receive a few mocking remarks. However, lying was a
matter of character and would make the village look down on you!
“I got married. Today, I planned to bring her back to the village to pay
respects to our ancestors.” He had no choice but to continue saying so.
“Stop spouting nonsense!” Howard could not bear it any longer and angrily
interrupted him. “I despise trash like you the most. You refuse to face reality.
You’re doomed for a lifetime=”
Before he could finish his sentence, someone outside suddenly exclaimed,
“Someone’s here for New Year’s greetings to the Lowe family!”
The voice was filled with excitement, catching everyone inside off guard.
Howard frowned in annoyance. What’s so surprising about New Year’s
greetings? Why make such a fuss?
However, in the next moment, even his eyes widened! His gaze shifted to the
entrance, and he saw a woman as delicate as the snow. The woman was not
enthusiastic, but her vermilion lips curved with a charming smile as she said
to the bewildered Alessandra, “Mom. Happy New Year! Grandpa and I are
here to visit you.”
As soon as she spoke, the scene fell into a dead silence.
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“Is… Is she Manny’s wife?!” Shane was the first to exclaim in shock. At first
glance, he thought Mackenzie was a goddess who had descended to the
mortal world!
He, on the other hand, was a keyboard warrior who loved to comment on
beautiful women online. Gradually, he developed a high standard toward
women and believed that true beauty should possess both looks and
temperament, beauty inside and out. However, even with his critical eye, he
could not find any flaws in the woman before him!
It was not just him, though. Seeing the envious gazes of everyone, even
Alessandra suddenly felt a sense of dizziness as if her eyes were playing
tricks on her! How should I describe my daughter–in–law? Too beautiful. Too
pure. Too unique. Too elegant and poised! She was undoubtedly excited and
happy, but she could not help but worry deep down. Is my ‘ugly son‘ worthy of
such a lady?
“Mom, Mackenzie is here to greet you for the New Year. Why aren’t you saying
anything?” It was Roselynn who came over in time to remind Alessandra.
She excitedly and loudly exclaimed, “Ah! Mackenzie, you finally came. I’ve
been eagerly awaiting your arrival!”
Terence burst into hearty laughter. “Apologies for keeping Mrs. Lowe waiting.
Mackenzie and I were preparing some New Year gifts, so we arrived late,
haha.” After speaking, he waved his hand.
Immediately, Alfred signaled outside the door, and a row of men in black
suits promptly carried in large and small gift boxes. The entire room was in
astonishment.
“Please make way!”
Howard and his wife, blocking the path, were directly pushed aside.
Alessandra only then realized that there were so many people outside. She
wore an expression of sincere anxiety. “Old Mr. Quillen, isn’t this too much? I’m
happy to have you and Mackenzie here for the New Year! We really can’t
accept so many gifts from you!”
She finally started to worry! My daughter–in–law’s financial power is not
simply that of a high–level executive in a large corporation, right? Why would
they bring so many bodyguards and subordinates just for a trip? Is her
grandfather the leader of some shady organization? However, his demeanor
and style don’t quite match that description! They’re more like a prominent
wealthy family! What should I do? Help!
Alessandra had a clear understanding of her son’s status. It was considered
a blessing from the ancestors to find a wife after going on 18 blind dates, so
how could he enter a prestigious wealthy family with his humble
background?
“Haha, Howard, do you still think I’m lying? Do you find yourself ridiculous?”
Frederick saw Howard being pushed aside and could not help but feel a
sense of relief even though he was still single!
Shane also added fuel to the fire, taking advantage of his shoved wife on–the-
ground, and whispered, “Hurry up and hide your wife, or else the whole village
will compare her to Mackenzie. You’ll be so embarra*sed!”
Damn it! Howard instantly broke down. He raised his arm high and shouted,
“It’s fake! It’s all fake! You can’t fool me!”
All eyes in the room were drawn to him instantly, thinking he was crazy in
unison. Even if Emmanuel’s wife is more beautiful than yours, there’s no need
to react like this, right?
“Emmanuel, tell us the truth! Where did you rent this beautiful lady from,
some company?” Howard thought he had the truth in his hands. He pointed
at Emmanuel and loudly questioned him.
Emmanuel looked puzzled, not understanding what he was talking about.
What company?
Seeing his silence, Howard continued to shout, “Don’t think I don’t know!
Nowadays, many companies specialize in designing setups, providing actors
and props to a*sist losers in showing off at home! You, who haven’t returned
for ten years, suddenly come back and marry a heavenly goddess. She also
happens to be from a prestigious family. Do you think I’d believe you? You
paid a professional team to stage this act, right?”
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“This scheme may deceive the simple villagers of Hero’s Village, but it can’t
fool me. I’ve been in the city and lived a life, hahaha.”
Seeing him acting as if he had the truth in his hands, Emmanuel was
speechless. How is there someone so self–righteous?
Unfortunately, quite a few people in the room believed him! Even Shane
surprisingly whispered, “So, there are companies and teams like this
nowadays? If I had known, I would’ve hired one too! Putting on a show in front
of the elders in the village would be so impressive!”
Mackenzie did not rush to clarify for her foolish husband. Instead, she ignored
it and took the initiative to hold Alessandra’s hand. “Mom, don’t you worry!
Today is my first time coming home for New Year after marrying Emmanuel.
How can I not bring gifts for my mother–in–law? One might say I lack
etiquette if they heard.”
Hearing these words, Alessandra felt even sweeter than eating honey.
Emmanuel was also pleasantly surprised. He had been worried that
Mackenzie would be upset about what happened last night and miss the
event. Now, his worries were completely dispelled.
He never expected that not only would his wife visit, but she would also
handle everything so beautifully. She was so generous and graceful!
“It’s fine. It’s not necessary!” Alessandra looked at the boxes of gifts and
expressed her uneasiness. Had this kind of unimaginable plot happened
before anyone’s eyes, they would have felt unsettled too!
Mackenzie released her hand and slowly addressed the villagers present.
“Dear fellow villagers, my name is Mackenzie Quillen. Today is my first time
returning to the village with my husband, and I haven’t prepared any gifts for
everyone. Instead, I have prepared a cash envelope of 300 for each person
as a New Year’s greeting!”
What?! A 300–dollar cash envelope? One for each person? How much money
would that cost?
Everyone thought they misheard until the black–clad bodyguards opened a
large gift box and handed out the cash envelopes. That was when they
realized it was true!
“Ah! Every single bill is real!” someone immediately exclaimed.
Holding the cash envelope in his hand, Howard trembled all over! How could
this be happening? Why?!
The group of people was grateful for Mackenzie. It was not an exaggeration
to say that 300 was equivalent to a month’s income for many villagers! That
was much more generous than what Zaniel gave!
Mackenzie smiled faintly and said, “If you want to thank someone, thank
Emmanuel. Didn’t you say that we are all actors he hired? Well, he rented all
of these!”
Bullsh*t! Who would believe that this was rented? They had real money in
their hands!
The crowd immediately berated Howard for his nonsense, their eyes turning
green with envy. The embarra*sed man cursed with tremble and cold sweat,
barely able to stand steady, and quickly ran away!
“Hey, your wife!” Shane shouted behind him, “He’s running so fast. Doesn’t he
even want his wife?”
Frederick chuckled. “Maybe his wife was the one rented to act! Hahaha.”
As news of the large cash envelopes spread, more and more people
crowded in, especially the children in the village. The scene was bewildering
as if someone suddenly opened a granary after three years of hunger!
Mackenzie saw the extremely excited Lowe family of three and inexplicably
curled her lips with a smile. In the past, she would never show off in such a
manner. First, there was no need! Secondly, she did not feel like it.
However, today’s atmosphere made her feel comfortable showing off! It
seemed like marriage was not such a bad thing.
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Emmanuel knew Mackenzie enjoyed the tranquility and a*sumed she did not
like crowded and lively environments. So, he found an opportunity to pull her
away through the back door. Both kept walking upward until they found a
quiet spot.
She stood at the elevated spot, admiring the scenery of Hero’s Village.
Though it was not a utopia, the environment was clean and comfortable. It
was perfect for a living!
“Mackenzie, thank you for coming!” He walked toward her side and sincerely
expressed his gratitude. “My mother is so content. I’ve never seen her smile
this happily before!”
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She intentionally turned her face away. “Hmph, didn’t I promise you? Did you
think I would break my promise?”
“No, I knew you would keep your promise!” he replied, and a hint of delight
flashed in Mackenzie’s eyes. This man understands me. He continued, “I was
worried you were still upset with me from last night.”
Hearing his words, she became angry and suddenly stared at him with cold
eyes. “What? Am I such a petty person in your eyes? Didn’t I tell you I don’t
know the taste of jealousy?”
“Um…” Emmanuel was most afraid of his wife being angry. Although he knew
she was jealous, when she said it like that, even a straightforward guy like
him had to stay silent, right? Hence, he quickly smiled and coaxed, “I knew
you’d understand and believe in me. Claudette and I don’t have the same
kind of relationship as you and-”
“What kind of relationship do we have, then?” She skillfully interrupted his
words at the right moment. It was an art.
“We’re friends!” He confessed.
“And what about us?” She continued to ask, feeling a hint of sweetness in her
heart, but her face did not reveal it.
“Isn’t it written on our marriage certificates?” He was puzzled.
“I want to hear you say it!” She suddenly became a*sertive.
“We are husband and wife!” He said, “Didn’t you just admit it in front of all my
relatives and friends? We’re husband and wife, a married couple! Maybe in
the future, you might even be buried in my family’s graveyard.”
“Hmph! Who wants to be buried with you?” She coldly snorted and turned her
face away. She would only openly acknowledge their relationship in such a
place with Emmanuel’s relatives and friends.
However, in Yeringham, in the upper echelons of business, she dared not
openly admit it. As for why? Even she could not explain it at the moment!
She was satisfied with Emmanuel’s words today because this fool was
gradually giving her a sense of being married.
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“Mackenzie, I still want to apologize to you!” He could not figure out her
thoughts, so he seriously said, “Last night, I had no choice but to do what I did…
Sorry. It made you embarra*sed.”
“What is there for me to be embarra*sed about?” She looked at him again
and continued, “The one who should feel embarra*sed is you, isn’t it? My
family doesn’t accept you, you can’t enter the Quillen family, but that’s not
my concern. It’s all your own doing!”
“Um…” He was stunned. Her words saddened him! After taking a deep breath,
he solemnly said, “Ms. Quillen, a husband and wife are a partnership. Your
words will hurt our relationship.”
She gravely replied, “You’ve done things that hurt our relationship. Do you
expect me to take the initiative to fix it?”
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“Well, then…” Emmanuel was also reasonable. He sighed and said, “I’m sorry,
looks like I have to figure something out. I genuinely like you and want to be
with you. I want us to grow old together and to be buried in the same place.”
Mackenzie was too stunned to say anything. Who confesses. so out of the
blue? I’m not ready for this! She blushed slightly, somewhat satisfied with his
foolish attitude. She did not continue to give him a hard time and quickly
He was one of them. So, the old godfather held a high position in his heart.
She had no further dealings with these people after leaving Hero’s Village, so
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