Chapter 247

I smiled. It was rare for someone to trust me like this. Even Felicia was skeptical of me when we first met until I proved my identity. But Crystal was different. She had no idea about my capabilities or who I truly was. She just believed me because of what I said. It was a first for me, and I couldn't help but feel moved. Unfortunately, not everyone was Crystal. The others weren't just skeptical. They openly mocked me. "This guy is hilarious. He still claims to be a rich heir even after being exposed!" "Hey, Joshua, is it true? Did his girlfriend really cheat on him with you?" "You'll leave if we don't believe you? Who do you think you're threatening? Just leave already! But let's be real. You wouldn't dare. You finally latched onto Crystal's connections to sneak in here. Like you would really walk away!" I ignored their taunts, but Crystal couldn't. "Stop talking nonsense! I begged him to come to this family gathering. It wasn't his idea!" Joshua suddenly stepped forward an