In a fleeting kiss, Ivy had moved so quickly that Shawn hadn't even had time to react. She then turned around and walked quickly toward the hotel. Shawn stood there, stunned. His lips still held the lingering taste of Ivy's kiss. He unconsciously touched his lips with his slender fingers, and the determination in his eyes instantly crumbled. But in the next moment, he noticed his assistant's maternal smile in the rearview mirror. His dark eyes turned cold. "Drive!" he ordered. "Yes!" The car quickly disappeared into the crowd. Landing back in City A had caused quite a stir, so there were many reporters gathered at the hotel's entrance that day. Most of them were there for Erica and the representatives of the Alter family, Kevin and Tanya. As Ivy was about to enter the hotel, she happened to see Tanya being interviewed by reporters while holding Kevin's hand. Tanya had spotted Professor Smith and Ivy from a distance and was about to wave them over, but she was held back by Kevin. "Don't make a scene, or I'll leave right now," Kevin threatened. After dealing with Ivy's repeated rejections, Kevin had come to understand her character and preferences. In order to maintain his image in her eyes, he had to create a peaceful environment for her. "What? Can't bear to let me go?" Threatened by Kevin's words, Tanya had to give up on embarrassing Ivy. But deep resentment bubbled up within her. She looked back at Kevin with a strange tone and said, "First it was Ivy, and now it's other women. In your heart, do those women who don't even want to talk to you matter more than the love I give you?" "Miss Potts, please keep your voices down; the reporters are interviewing," their assistant reminded them. Tanya had to restrain herself. She whispered, "Kevin, don't even think about breaking up with me! Otherwise, we'll expose everything!" After speaking, she gracefully bowed to the reporters and then walked away.Kevin was initially startled, and his throat tightened. Beads of cold sweat formed on his forehead rapidly. He hurriedly approached and held Tanya's arm. Once they entered the hotel, he took her to a place far from the reporters. "What do you mean?" he asked in a low voice. Tanya chuckled, lightly straightening his collar for him. Her face still bore a gentle smile, but her eyes were as cold as ice. "Regarding the surgery that nearly ruined Ivy's career, it's clear to you whether it was due to her skills or if someone framed her, Kevin. You know better than anyone." With that, she shook off his hand. "Kevin, I only want to complete our wedding smoothly. Once I become Mrs. Alter, the secrets in my possession will remain secrets, with no chance of exposure." After saying this, Tanya tightly embraced his stiff arm and whispered, "Our aunt should be arriving soon. Let's go." They entered the venue together, and soon, cheers erupted in the surroundings. Looking up, they saw Erica at the center of the gathering, surrounded by people from the medical, investment, and even media industries, all of them praising her. Erica had vowed not to return for over a decade, so her return was undoubtedly due to something significant. Erica was straightforward, and she understood the motivations of the people who had come to see her. She didn't keep them guessing. "I've returned today to attend my nephew's wedding." As soon as she finished her concise statement, all eyes turned to Kevin and Tanya. Even Ivy was no exception. She cheerfully said to Professor Smith, "Professor, since Professor Alter values Kevin and Tanya so much and is attending their wedding, the patient's treatment should go smoothly." At first, Professor Smith was relieved, thinking that the patient was saved. However, he began to feel something was amiss when Ivy said this. "Is something wrong, Ivy? Don't you mind them taking credit away from you?" Professor Smith asked. "What do you mean by 'taking credit'?" Ivy looked puzzled. Professor Smith sighed and said, "You and they are competitors for the 'Rising Stars of Tomorrow' award."Ivy was stunned, and it suddenly dawned on her that she was indeed a candidate for the "Rising Stars of Tomorrow." "Professor, the immediate concern is to save the patient, not these strange things," she said, then quickly opened Tanya's chatbox to send all the patient's information she had in her hands to her. What?! But now, her mesage can’t be sent. She had actually been blocked by Tanya at some point. Professor Smith observed everything and patted her shoulder with a smile, “I... with your absent-minded nature, how should I deal with you?!” Ivy awkwardly touched her head, “Well, then, may I trouble you, Professor, to send it to her?” Professor Smith took out his phone and began selecting the files. At this moment, someone spoke up, "Professor Alter, by coming back to attend their wedding, does this mean you are ready to actively mend the relationship with the Alter family?" After saying these words, everyone cleared a path for Kevin and Tanya, preparing to push them into the center for a family reunion after Erica finished speaking. Unexpectedly, Erica just adjusted her hair and sneered, "Who said I'm attending Kevin's wedding? My nephew, there has only ever been Cato Alter for me!" This single sentence created shockwaves among everyone present. They were astounded by the revelation that Erica had returned for Cato Alter, and moreover, that Cato Alter was getting married. When did he get married? The guests were left dumbfounded. What kind of woman could capture the heart of someone as extraordinary as Cato Alter? They collectively began spreading the news through social media and instructed their family and friends to dig for more gossip. They were curious about what kind of woman in City A could conquer someone like Cato Alter, someone who seemed to be lowering himself by getting married. Compared to the astonishment and gossiping of others at the venue, Kevin and Tanya were filled with a mix of shock and fear. Kevin had thought that his aunt might show some consideration for him as family after all these years. Little did he know...While he was contemplating an escape, Tanya hadn't fully grasped the gravity of the situation. She believed that since Erica had returned for Cato Alter, it meant she valued family and would have a higher opinion of them. With that thought, she pulled Kevin's hand and walked towards Erica. "Auntie Erica, hello, I'm Kevin's fiancée, Tanya." Erica raised an eyebrow, her gaze condescending as she looked at both of them. "Kevin's fiancée..." She gave a dismissive smile and didn't even spare a glance for Kevin. "Just a fiancée. No need to exaggerate family ties. It might make outsiders laugh." Tanya's smile froze on her face, and she frantically squeezed Kevin's hand, hoping he would speak up for her. However, in the next moment, Erica announced to the guests, "I haven't been back to the country in over a decade, and I've rarely appeared in public view. I think there might be some misunderstandings." She paused and continued, "I, Erica Alter, have always had only one nephew, Cato Alter. In the past, now, and in the future." With that, the crowd erupted in shock and amazement. The faces of Kevin and Tanya had turned pale. The onlookers, from initially admiring them, now couldn't help but sneer at their situation. But then, Erica turned her cold gaze on them and asked, "How did you two get in here?" Tanya was momentarily confused and presented the invitation. "We were invited by you." Erica snatched the invitation from her and glanced at it, her disdain intensifying. "This invitation is fake." "Fake?" Tanya said incredulously as she took back the invitation. "No, it was sent to us by your assistant, personally delivered to Potts Medical Clinic." Erica crossed her arms. "Which of my assistants?" Tanya looked around, panic rising, but she couldn't find the person who had delivered the invitation. Erica looked at Kevin coldly. "Young Master Alter, fifteen years ago, I severed ties with your family's chairman. Do you not know the consequences of forging an invitation to meet me? I wonder if the chairman will be furious when he learns of this?" ***