Love beyond the mask ( Whitney )
Chapter 936

Even Tiana couldn't help but glance towards Parker's icy profile, puzzled by his sudden interruption of their ceremony. What on earth was he up to?

"Barclay, it seems you won't be getting married today. There are a few matters concerning you that I need to bring to light," Parker announced, his face expressionless, the corners of his lips curled up in a merciless smile as he stared down Barclay. Barclay's eyes widened in shock, and Tiana was left speechless.

Even Endora felt a creeping unease.

"Parker, what are you..." Endora's face paled as she tried to reach for Barclay's arm.

Before she could finish her sentence, Parker brushed her off.

Locking eyes with Barclay, whose composure was slipping, Parker pulled out some documents from his suit pocket and, before Winston could react, said in a chilling tone, "Barclay, you've forced yourself on the woman beside you and have been persecuting Tiana's family for the past three months!

You're implicated in deliberately offering predatory loans, enticing Tiana's cousin to invest in your family's Caldwell Estate.

After his investment failed, you had the Caldwell Estate refuse to repay the debt, effectively swindling him.

Fabian, wanting justice for his nephew, confronted the Caldwell Estate two weeks ago, resulting in a physical altercation with Thomas. But Thomas didn't die on the spot.

My investigation confirmed that Thomas was declared brain dead after being administered an overdose of painkillers at the hospital! I've found the doctor who, under your instruction, committed this act of medical murder. He has confessed to your role in the crime. You're involved in hiring a hitman, illegal lending practices, all to force this woman to marry you.

There's no need for a wedding today.

You'd better spend your day at the police station instead; they'll have a lot to discuss with you."

Tiana, wide-eyed, stared at his lips as he spoke, the words never before made her feel such a mix of tenderness and shock.

He had secretly investigated Barclay and chosen today to reveal his crimes?

Why? Was it... for her?

Trembling, she dared not entertain the thought, especially when he had been so harsh at the bridal shop, almost ruthlessly cutting her off.

This man was an enigma, his actions completely unexpected. Was he trying to prevent Barclay from marrying her by sabotaging the wedding?

Tears slowly formed in Tiana's clear eyes, her heart in turmoil as she watched him.

Parker glanced back at her, only for a moment.

His gaze was deep and inscrutable, leaving her puzzled about the emotions he harbored towards her.

"Parker, you're spouting nonsense!" Mrs. Doonan, finally snapping out of her shock, stood up and charged at Parker. "What's your motive? Ruining your brother's wedding with such accusations, have you no shame?

I bet you're just jealous of your brother getting a share of the Doonan Group and decided to strike him down. Look, father, see how your favored son is treating our Barclay!"

Mrs. Doonan's eyes were filled with horror, but she quickly resorted to her usual tactics of creating a scene.

Winston's face darkened as he stood up.

Carmen, puzzled by her son's intentions, instinctively held back the enraged patriarch.

Before any of them could react, Parker calmly scattered the documents from his hand, letting them flutter down to the congregation, some landing directly on Mrs. Doonan's face.

With a faint smile and an icy gaze, he said, "Madam, have a closer look. These are all undeniable proofs of crimes. Perhaps you're even more aware of the sins your precious son has committed."

"He hasn't done what you're accusing him of!" Mrs. Doonan's face beaded with sweat as she glanced at the documents.

"Whether he's guilty or not, the police will decide. Speaking of which, they're here today," Parker said, his lips curling slightly.

Three police officers entered the church, handcuffs ready, and approached Barclay, stating solemnly, "Mr. Barclay, we've received an anonymous tip. You and the Caldwell Estate are suspected of investment fraud, followed by your involvement in the murder of the critically ill Thomas. We are here to take you in for questioning."

"Get lost!" Barclay was in turmoil, unable to believe Parker had been like a snake in the grass, with no prior indication of gathering evidence against him. Why expose him now?

Refusing arrest, especially in front of such a prestigious gathering, was not an option for Barclay. He didn't want to tarnish his reputation or disappoint his father completely. His eyes bloodshot, Barclay struggled against the officers and furiously glared at Parker, "I see your game now!"

He turned to Tiana with a sinister sneer, "It's for her, right? Parker, let me tell you, there was no coercion in marrying this woman. Tiana and I have been intimate three years ago!

Tiana, tell them. We have a daughter together. Who else would you marry but me? Tell the police it was your choice!"

Tiana felt as if her deepest, darkest scars were being exposed in public. Her face turned pale.

Barclay's insistence on her saying it was voluntary was merely to clear his name from persecuting her father.

Tiana remained silent.

Barclay, fueled by anger, attempted to grab her.

Whitney stepped in front of Tiana, her gaze mocking as she glanced at Parker, "Barclay, the paternity test you presented was fake. I've already found out. That means, Cherry has no relation to you, and your crimes against Tiana and her family stand." "What?" Parker frowned. "That paternity test was fake?"

Endora, standing by, stared at Whitney, her body shaking with fear.

Just then, Barclay realized he had no one to turn to. His eyes, filled with rage, turned towards her. The plot to imprison Fabian was initiated by Endora, and she was the one who had urged Barclay on.

Before he could utter a word, Endora, quick as a flash, grabbed Parker, putting on her best "good Samaritan" act, "Parker, look, on such a joyous occasion as today, calling the cops might not be the best move. How about we postpone discussing your brother's issue? Our ceremony is about to get delayed.

Besides, you've got to consider Daddy Parker's reputation, don't let the elders down."

Such a delicate act of faux kindness.

Tiana couldn't help but smirk, holding a USB drive in her hand as she stepped forward, "Hold on a second! What exactly is my dear cousin so afraid of?"

She hadn't anticipated Parker giving Barclay a piece of his mind today, but now that the opportunity had presented itself, she wasn't about to let it slip through her fingers.

She glanced at the three police officers and the chaotic wedding scene unfolding before her, feeling a surge of adrenaline urging her to confront Endora. With a cold, mocking smile, she said, "Since we have the police here, I happen to have a few things about my cousin I'd like to share with everyone." Tiana brandished the USB drive, instructing the event coordinator, "Would you please connect this to the screen?"

Endora's eyes widened in horror, her face drained of color as a terrible premonition took hold. She stumbled backwards, her mind racing with fear.