Chapter 793
Zachary wore a tender expression.
The press was taken aback.
Mr. York must deeply love his wife; the mere mention of her name softened his facial features.
The media captured Mr. York’s gentle side when he was out with his wife. Previously, he had often been seen with a stern expression, sending a clear message for people to keep their distance.
The power of love can transform an aloof man into someone affectionate.
“My wife isn’t an heiress, but she’s the lady of the York family, which makes her royalty. She’s Serenity Hunt and will turn twenty-six this year. Her birthday hasn’t occurred yet, and she feels old at twenty-six.”
The reporters were on the verge of shouting. Mr. York became chatty when discussing his wife.
Wait a moment. Serenity Hunt?
“Mr. York, is your wife Serenity Hunt?”
Stunned, a female reporter sought confirmation from Zachary.
Zachary turned to her with icy eyes. Maintaining his usual serious demeanor, he retorted sharply, “Do you have an issue with that?”
A simple question from Zachary came across as rather harsh. The female reporter who asked it instinctively flinched in fear.
However, those in her profession had encountered all types of people. Although Zachary was often indifferent, he possessed a cultured demeanor and did not lash out without reason. The female reporter overcame her apprehension and continued with her questions. “I don’t have a problem; I just thought the name sounded familiar.”
“Oh, I see. Is she the girl who went viral on Twitter last October for being labeled an ungrateful granddaughter?”
Upon recalling who Serenity was, the female reporter’s eyes sparkled with excitement. It seemed Serenity was quite newsworthy, and she could uncover more about her.
“My wife is not an ungrateful granddaughter. Her relatives expelled her and her sister from their home. That family went too far. My wife was only ten years old at the time, while her sister was fifteen. They were just children.
“Not only did the family take most of the life insurance payout from my wife’s parents, but the Hunts also forced the sisters out of their home, claiming their parents’ family property. It was a cold-blooded act. Would you have been able to forgive this family if it happened to you?”
The female reporter responded, “Mr. York, I have no intention of causing any harm. To be honest, I support your wife. Don’t pay attention to the online comments; they don’t understand the pain your wife has endured. The despair and anger are emotions they have not experienced, which is why the trolls believe they hold the moral high ground.”
It never crossed the media’s mind that Zachary’s wife was an orphan.
“Mr. York,” a male reporter interjected, “it has been established that your wife is the niece of Mrs. Stone. Mrs. Stone hosted a high-profile event to introduce Wiltspoon’s elite to her nieces.
“I recall that your wife did not attend that evening, nor did you. Is this due to a rift with Mr. Stone?”
Mrs. Stone did not oppose the media’s presence at the event that night, which is why they had firsthand knowledge of the grand affair.
“Mrs. Stone is my wife’s aunt, making her my aunt as well. I hold Mrs. Stone in high regard. My absence from the event was not due to any conflict with Mr. Stone. I was already away on business before Mrs. Stone reconciled with my wife as family. Additionally, I fell ill during the trip, and when my wife learned of my condition, she flew over to take care of me. This is why my wife and I…”
“Couldn’t be there.” Everyone could easily picture Serenity taking an overnight flight to rush and care for Zachary. “You’re a fortunate man, Mr. York,” remarked the male reporter. It was clear why Mr. York adored his wife and gained fame in Wiltspoon for it. If the reporter had a wife who would go to such lengths for him, he would pamper her as well.