How the Ice king Became my Doting Billionaire Husband (Darlin )

Chapter 269 

Morwenna had made her way to the center of the stage: 

Dressed in a silver gown that seemed to have been woven from moonbeams, her long hair partially tied back with a pearl–studded headband, and her feet adomed with beige leather flats, her porcelain skin and delicate makeup made her the epitome of a pampered princess. 

The crowd was instantly dazzled. 

Just a few hours earlier, when someone had stirred up trouble, Morwenna had been there too. But back then, everyone was too caught up in the gossip, and Morwenna, donned in an old dress, had hardly caught anyone’s attention based on her looks. 

Now, seeing Morwenna on stage, everyone was taken aback by her beauty. 

They couldn’t help but feel guilty, wondering if they had been too harsh on Morwenna, treating her like some villain to be attacked. She was just a lovely young lady, looking so endearing, so innocent, that even if she had made a mistake, it wasn’t something that couldn’t be forgiven. 

Morwenna had no idea just how important appearance was nowadays. 

A simple makeover had softened many a heart. 

Except for Stuart, nobody knew the hardships Morwenna had faced in her life. 

Standing on stage, addressing such a large audience for the first time, Morwenna felt nervous. 

Taking a deep breath, she pictured the audience as the children from the mountains she knew so well, which helped ease her nerves significantly. 

Morwenna’s voice, pure and serene, began to fill the space. 

The principal, sitting next to Stuart, was keen on striking up a conversation, an opportunity rarely afforded. But Stuart’s attention was wholly captivated by Morwenna, compelling the principal to fall silent and watch.. 

The spotlight bathed Morwenna, and Stuart’s gaze was fixed upon her, as if she were the only person in the world, an angel radiating light. 

Morwenna’s speech grew more confident and fluent as she went on. 

Her words were a sincere reflection of a mountain girl’s perspective on the prestigious Rosefrost University, her devotion to learning, and her earnest desires. 

It made everyone reflect on their own privileges, considering the amount spent on their education. Not making the most of this opportunity would be a disservice to their country and their parents. 

A faint smile had found its way onto Stuart’s face. 

The principal, observing from the side, couldn’t help but comment softly, “This freshman is quite impressive.” 

Stuart, who had been indifferent, nodded in agreement, “Indeed.” 

The principal felt optimistic about the university’s education fund seeing an increase next year, given the approval from such a prominent benefactor. 

He remained silent, content in watching the stage, mistake 

Stuart was there merely out of boredom. 

However, as the evening went on, it became apparent that following the freshman’s speech, Stuart seemed disinterested in the subsequent performances, almost dozing off. 

Sensing a shift in the atmosphere, the principal cautiously suggested, “Mr. Hetfield, perhaps you’d like to rest a bit? The welcome ceremony will still take some time.” 

Considering that most entrepreneurs would find student performances to be a dull affair, it was unusual for Stuart to stay. But with Stuart remaining, no one dared to leave, hoping for a chance to converse with him after the show. 

Stuart, with a lazy flicker of his eyelids, spared the principal a glance and responded simply, “No, thanks.” 

The principal was left puzzled, failing to