Abandoned Super Cutie Adopted by Billionaire Clan

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Chapter 34

Chapter 34

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“Wait a second–what’s that smell?” Liam narrowed his eyes, his weathered but sharp gaze locking onto Victor.

Victor stiffened. His face went through several expressions before settling on an awkward grin. “It’s… nothing! Just cologne,” he said, forcing out a chuckle.

Liam scoffed, unimpressed. His lips pressed into a firm line, and his stare grew heavier, laced with suspicion. “Cologne, my ass!” he barked. “I’m your father–I know what are you thinking.”

His voice carried a weight that brooked no argument. “What are you hiding?”

Running home in the middle of the night, sneaking around, and trying to hide something–clearly, something was off.

Victor hesitated. His hand twitched toward the doorknob, ready to reveal the orchid he had painstakingly kept secret. But at the last second, he stopped himself.

‘Wait. That is supposed to be a surprise, he thought.

Letting out a dramatic sigh, he quickly stepped forward and nudged Liam toward his bedroom. “You’ll find out soon enough. Just give it a couple of days, alright? Let’s keep some mystery in life.”

Liam grumbled, his eyes narrowing even further. “You-”

“Alright, alright, enough questions,” Victor interrupted, ushering Liam inside with well–placed pats on the back. “It’s late! You should get some rest.”

Once back in his own room, Victor exhaled in relief.

Victor carefully cradled the orchid, inhaling its soft, lingering fragrance. He debated locking it away in his cabinet for safekeeping, but he thought it needed fresh air.

He agonized over the decision for nearly an hour before finally settling on placing the plant by the balcony, where it could breathe freely.

To be extra cautious, he locked his bedroom door, then went straight to the butler and retrieved his spare key–just in case. He had to make sure no one would snoop around while he was at the hospital.

Of course, his secrecy only made the rest of the household more curious.

The moment Victor left the house the next morning, Liam was already at his door, conspiratorially whispering to the butler.

He wondered if there was some kind of living creature hidden inside the room.

This routine continued for several days.

birthday arrived.

and close allies filled the grand

the household staff welcomed guests, Victor remained locked in his

touches, a sharp knock made him

it?” he called out cautiously.

his plan a secret. He wanted his gift to be the highlight of

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are you sneaking around like a thief? tan

and ter fan in

a quick glance around the room

of the old one, with traces of soil scattered on the

Smells amazing fan remarked as he crouched down beside Victor, helping him tidy up

should cover the scent. The moment you step into the hall, everyone

wrap it up as soon as I finish

a glass cover over the flowers, a grin spread

a small nod

called for a servant to

done, he and lan

see Mr. Manson,” Ian

Holmes family at the

temperament had been unpredictable, so he had taken over attending social gatherings in her

went, someone would inevitably ask

into the hall, Liam immediately locked eyes with Ian.

and laughing, a sight that filled

while many of the younger members were accomplished, Victor was undoubtedly the most

members watched with jealousy, especially a man standing just a few feet away from Liam. He was of the same generation as Victor, but their fates

he worked, he could never match Victor’s place

thought, a glint of darkness flashed through the man’s eyes.

flicker of hope emerged

securing a painting from the renowned artist–an exquisite orchid painting that

but look forward to the gift–giving segment.

gift–giving segment of the evening began, the younger family members presented

at Liam’s status, he had seen it

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smile, but there was little excitement in his

always like this; he had seen

forward, holding a long box.

smoothly transitioning to his main point.

much you love orchids, Mr. Manson,” the man said, bowing slightly as he presented the gift. “So, I sought out the renowned artist and was fortunate enough to obtain one of his orchid paintings for you.”

scroll from the box

hall erupted into