Chapter 220 The host walked up to the stage , holding the cooperation agreement in his hands . His voice boomed through the microphone , echoing across the hall , as he announced , " After the jury's final decision , the partner for this key project is the Lloyd Corporation ! " The audience erupted with cheers . Camera flashes lit up the room like a storm of lightning , focusing on Mark . He stood slowly , while his movements were steady and calm . He adjusted his suit cuffs with practiced grace and showed a composed , confident smile . In contrast , Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt and Adeline sat frozen in disbelief . Their eyes were wide and bloodshot . Even Brian , who was standing off to the side , looked stunned . The documents in his hands were crumpled from how tightly he was gripping them . " Brian had spent so much time and effort preparing for this project , only to watch it slip away so easily and land in Mark's hands . However , Mark didn't rush to claim victory . Instead , his gaze shifted toward me who was standing quietly in the shadows . Mark then walked over . His presence commanding the room . When he reached me , he gently took my hand and guided me toward the stage . The spotlight followed us . Once I stood next to him , Mark leaned slightly toward the microphone . " His clear voice echoing through the hall as he spoke , " I'm honored to receive this project . But the truth is , none of this would have been possible without Lilian . She provided crucial information and helped me overcome many challenges . " } Then , with a soft smile , he wrapped an arm around my shoulders and spoke with unmistakable warmth . " That's why I've decided to let Lilian take full responsibility for this project . From now on , all profits will go directly to her because she's the one who truly deserves this honor . " For a moment , there was silence . Not long after that , the hall erupted into thunderous applause . Cameras clicked wildly , reporters shouted questions and congratulations filled the air . Under the blazing spotlight , I looked down from the stage at the stunned crowd . Brian's face was twisted with rage . His red , furious eyes were locked on Mark's hand , which was firmly holding mine. The tension radiating from him was suffocating . Nearby , Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt stood utterly stunned , looking stunned . Finally , the truth hit them . I was alive . The anger in their eyes tried to scare me . But before anger could fully take hold me , I realized something . They realized that since I now controlled the project and its profits , the Wyatt Family could still benefit . Their faces shifted instantly . Both of them forced smiles and rushed to the front of the stage , their voices overly sweet as they shouted at me , " Lilian ! Mark ! We knew you wouldn't abandon the Wyatt Family ! You've made us so proud ! " Brian couldn't stand it anymore . He shoved past them , charging onto the stage . His eyes were bloodshot while he grabbed my hand roughly , trying to drag me away . However , I yanked my hand free and took a step back and shot a glare at him , Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt . My voice rang out , clear and cold , amplified by the microphone for everyone to hear as I responded , " Mr. Wyatt . Mrs. Wyatt . Whatever relationship we once had ... it ended a long time ago . However , The young woman standing beside you , Miss . Adeline Wyatt , is your true daughter , isn't she ? " Once I said it , every reporter turned their cameras toward Adeline . The sudden burst of flashes making her flinch . Her face turned pale , almost sickly white . She glared at me with hatred , but she didn't dare utter a single word . Adeline knew if she spoke up , I could expose every dirty thing she had done . Meanwhile , Mark's Adam's apple bobbed as he swallowed , while his smile slowly faded . Then , he stepped forward to position himself protectively in front of me . Facing the crowd , he put on a polite but firm smile . " Apologies , everyone . Lilian is exhausted and needs rest . We'll send out a formal statement regarding the project's next steps . Thank you for your understanding . " " After Mark said it , he gently grabbed my hand as we turned to leave . When we walked away , I glanced back one last time . Brian stood frozen , while both Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt no longer wore those fake smiles Seeing them , I couldn't help but show the cold sneer that curved my lips as I left with Mark .