A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

“Uncle, we’re here.”

Liam turned toward the voice and saw Justin leading a middle–aged man their way

“Didn’t expect Justin to show up too. Do you know him?” Ethan followed Liam’s gaze, curiosity flickering in his eyes.

“We’ve met once or twice, but we’re not close.” The last time Justin had come to help out the Mortons, the brothers had both been away. Later, when they were renovating the store, Ethan and Justin had crossed paths briefly.

Justin strode over with Stella’s father, Dave Laine, looking every bit the victor, chin held high and unashamedly locking eyes with Liam.

“Did Alessia give you her tickets?” Justin asked, voice a shade too casual.

“Mr. Keane.” The brothers greeted him politely.

“Justin, who are these gentlemen?” Xavier Laine chimed in at just the right moment, his tone warm and welcoming.

“Uncle, these are Alessia’s oldest and third brothers. And this is Stella’s father.”

stood and

meet you, Mr. Laine.

“Liam,” his brother added.

better take good care of her,” Xavier said,

but now… now I’m worried she won’t want it at all.” Ethan was a little lost, but Liam understood that Dave was bragging about

just proud

to say, the brothers

There are

into the seat beside them–by

1/2

12:03

up seated right

she’d give them to you this year–guess

could see straight through him. There was no reason

replied, not really in the mood to