Losing to My Substitute (Katerina and Joshu)
Substitute 16

Chapter 16

Katerina unconsciously looked down at the skirt but only saw his sharp side profile, his prominent

brow bones and distinct facial features.

The moment he looked up at her, she felt like her heart skipped a beat.

"Mmm, thank you, you look very handsome today too.

After saying this awkward compliment, she immediately regretted it, her face turning red.

Joshua only smiled lightly. "To be complimented by Madam is my honor."

His low and elegant voice echoed in her ears, making her ears tingle and her heartbeat quicken.

Katerina instinctively turned to look out the window, trying to calm her flustered heart.

The scenery outside changed rapidly. Before long, they stopped in front of a manor.

The entire manor was decorated in dreamy and romantic pink, looking absolutely enchanting.

As the wedding march played, Joshua got out first, his hands outstretched toward Katerina, warm and reassuring.

Without hesitation, she placed her hand in his palm, handing him the lead, allowing him to guide

her forward.

There weren't too many guests at the wedding, but everyone

who attended was distinguished, and many were big figures rarely seen even on TV, but here they seemed quite ordinary.

The guests' eyes all turned to Katerina, warm and admiring, genuinely wishing them happiness.

The wedding proceeded smoothly, but Katerina felt like her mind was blank, as if she were still

dreaming, only able to follow Joshua every step of the way.

When they successfully exchanged rings, her heart finally settled.

This wasn't a dream. She had truly married someone else.

Joshua's parents stood quietly beside, holding hands, their eyes filled with tenderness.

Amidst everyone's blessings, Joshua tightly embraced Katerina, holding the back of her head,

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planting a soft kiss on her lips.

Meanwhile, in the hospital, the three brothers subconsciously pressed their hands to their chests, and they exchanged a glance, feeling like something important had been lost at that moment. "Kate"

The three voices echoed in unison, a sense of pante flooding their hearts.

Andrew could no longer sit still and instinctively stood up to leave.

At that moment, Bethany, with her eyes red from crying, grabbed his hand and asked with a sob:

"Andrew, are you... in a hurry? Can you stay with me a little longer?"

Andrew hesitated, his face filled with conflict, but the anxiety in his heart urged him to leave quickly.

He could believe that if he didn't leave now, he might regret it for the rest of his life!

So, after a moment of hesitation, he pushed Bethany's hand away and reassured her.

"Beth, there's still Big Brother and Second Brother with you. Aunt Amy is fine now, I have something urgent, I have to leave, sorry."

After speaking, he rushed out of the hospital as fast as he could.

"Andrew!"

Bethany called after him, trying to stop him, but it was futile..

them als

She turned back, wanting to seek comfort from Ethan and Tony, but saw getting up to

leave.

"Beth, Aunt Amy has a nurse to take care of her and is out of danger. We have something to do, so we

can't stay."

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Ethan didn't give her a chance to refuse, his face serious as he walked away.

Tony's face also showed anxiety, a similar rejection on his face.

"Beth, I also have something, sorry. I'll come back to see you later."

Bethany felt a surge of resentment in her heart but only bit her lip, forcing a faint smile on her pale

face.

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I'm fine, it's okay if no one stays with me. I can handle it myself!"

you

i guys are busy, go ahead, don't delay things. I'm just... a little scared."

However, even the most observant Tony didn't catch the hint of her desire for them to stay. Instead, he let out a sigh of relief, "It's good that you understand. We'll leave now." After he spoke, he walked out in big strides, and Ethan's figure was already gone.

Seeing them leave, Bethany stomped her foot in frustration, but there was nothing she could do.

Back in the hospital room, Bethany's mother, seeing only her daughter return, looked at the door several times.

"Mom, don't look. They all had things to do and left."

Bethany sat beside the bed, speaking weakly.

Bethany's mother, feeling helpless, glared at her, "Didn't we say we'd keep them here no matter what? Who knows if Katerina's marriage is real or fake?"

Bethany glanced at the time-it was already 4 PM-and immediately relaxed.

"Mom, don't worry. Whether it's real or fake, it's too late now."