With that thought, Shelia quickly distanced herself and, in a sugary tone, told Jacob, “I apologize, Mr.

Perry.

This mess is on me.

I just wanted Lindsey and her partner to enjoy the party, never expecting them to be so brazen and spew such nonsense… If only I hadn’t invited them.

Jacob, looking affectionate, pulled Shelia close and said, “You were just being nice.

She’s fortunate to have a sister like you.

But once you’re part of my family, cut ties with them.

We can’t have them tarnish our reputation.

“Sure thing.

” Shelia snuggled into Jacob’s arms contentedly, and when he hinted at her upcoming marriage with him, she couldn’t contain her happiness.

A smug look crossed her face as she glanced at Lindsey.

of Domenic’s jacket, voiced her concern with a hint of nervousness,

Perry’s residence, and any slip-up by Domenic

what this meant for her own

a playful pinch

have I

Jacob’s assistant hurried

turned ashen

eyes bulging, Jacob looked as though he

in a shaky voice, “Yes, those were the expert’s words, without

Jacob

“Mr.

the verdict? Is the

as he threw his wine glass

it! I’ve been tricked!”

room, once buzzing with chatter, went dead

attention was

he just

the pricey Romanée-Conti and, without much thought, had a friend pick it

it was

caught on to Jacob’s rage and realized

verdict,” Domenic said, raising an eyebrow

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