Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 422

Lisette’s words were laced with hostility.

It was probably due to Jocelyn’s return, which threatened her standing, hence her emphasis on the title lady of the house’.

Everyone quickly moved to the dining room, the seating arrangement being a matter of importance.

By rights, Powell and Lisette should be seated at the head of the table, but Powell had the servant bring a chair for Jocelyn, asking her to sit next to him.

He even personally draped the napkin over Jocelyn’s lap.

Marguerite caught a glimpse of Lisette’s displeased expression and subconsciously smirked.

The affection between Jocelyn and Powell today was just the beginning. In the days to come, Lisette would surely have a tough time.

The seating continued with Frederick and Maurice on either side at the guest of honor spots, followed by Marguerite and Yuna.

Teresa had some snacks earlier and wasn’t hungry, she took Hayes for a leisurely exploration of the mansion.

meal was served, Powell first spooned a bowl of lobster bisque for Jocelyn, then raised his glass towards Frederick, his voice full of apology, “Frederick, your decision to come back to me, it’s a blessing for me as a father. I hope you

took a sip and corrected, “If it weren’t for my mother’s sake, I would never return to this house.”

Powell quite unpleasant, and the

the scene at Hayes’ birthday was

from now on, whenever everyone was gathered together, it would be

couldn’t put down the wine glass in his hand, he looked at Frederick and added, “Frederick, I was just looking out for you back then. And Maurice, I sincerely hoped

words finally made Frederick

a slight smile, but his gaze was still

well.” Frederick’s words were flat, but the hostility in

stronger.

the world, and Powell asked him to hand it to Maurice. He never thought that three years

stand shoulder to shoulder with the Winston Group, but Powell still wanted Maurice to

Delusional!

into awkwardness once again, Powell’s hand still

in to defuse the situation, “Enough, you’re not well, it’s better if you don’t drink.” With that,

and Powell himself