Abandoned Super Cutie Adopted by Billionaire Clan

Chapter 35

All eyes in the grand hall turned toward the large, mysterious box being wheeled in, including Liam.

As the cart rolled closer, a rich, intoxicating fragrance filled the air.

Liam immediately recognized the scent–it was all too familiar. His eyes narrowed slightly as his mind flashed back to that night just a few days ago.

He turned sharply to Victor. “You little punk,” he said. “Is this what you’ve been tinkering with in your room these past few days?”

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Victor grinned and nodded. “That’s right. I worked hard to keep it a surprise. You have no idea how much effort it took. I was constantly worried you or the butler would get nosy and break into my room for a peek.”

Liam let out a chuckle, shaking his head. “Enough with the smooth talk,” he said, waving a hand. “Show me what it is already.”

Liam was certainly curious, but not to the point of prying the door open for a peek–after all, it was his own house.

Victor reached for the black cloth covering the box and carefully pulled it away. Beneath the cloth was a glass case, and inside sat a stunning orchid.

A collective gasp rippled through the room.

The orchid stood tall and poised, like a refined lady at a grand ball.

Its leaves were so lush and vibrant that they looked as if they could drip with morning dew.

The flower itself was breathtaking, so beautiful it almost seemed unreal.

Liam shot to his feet, circling the orchid with wide–eyed admiration.

The guests exchanged glances–there was no doubt about it. This gift had struck right at his heart.

Victor lifted a hand. “Wait, Dad,” he said. “Sit back down for a second. There’s another surprise.”

Liam hesitated for a moment before reluctantly settling back into his chair.

The room fell into an expectant hush.

Victor, still wearing that knowing smile, grasped both sides of the glass case. With deliberate care, he lifted it. The moment the glass was removed, the fragrance inside rushed out in full force, saturating the air in an instant.

an incredible scent!” a guest

murmured. “I feel refreshed just breathing it in!”

the room. Even those who typically disliked strong

different about it–something beyond just its pleasant smell. It

closest to the flower,

voice filled with delight. Throwing his head back, he let out a hearty

joy was unmistakable.

admiration and curiosity. “Alright, spill it,” he said, his

but

Victor a light kick. “You little brat,” he said, shaking

an elaborate orchid painting clenched

living masterpiece at the last moment, his painting would

stealing the spotlight, all of his efforts

trouble he went through to obtain that

in his position would find it

another deep breath before suddenly waving his hand.

carefully placing the glass case back over

of disappointment

actually,” Liam corrected himself, his excitement barely contained. “Send it straight to

action, motioning for the staff to

wheeled away, its lingering scent still hanging in

but many discreetly approached Victor, eager to learn the origin of the rare orchid.

wasn’t an issue for any of them, and after seeing just how extraordinary

the mind. Having

every question with a polite but evasive smile.

about to reveal his

of these orchids growing at Yvonne’s place. If word got out, half the city might come knocking on her

would be a headache.

the guests were, Victor refused to budge.

last guest had left, Liam hurried back to his room. The butler

low whistle. “I have no idea where Mr. Manson found this, sir,” he admitted. “I’ve never

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back his laughter. He grumbled about Victor always running around outside, constantly taking leave from the hospital, but the joy in his eyes was impossible

he couldn’t be

then, a knock at the door interrupted them.