Chapter 0153

“Wow!”

The Braine family’s less fortunate relatives caught sight of the approaching men and jumped to their feet, their faces lighting up with excitement. “Is that Mister Garrie? What brings you to our neck of the woods?”

“And there’s Mister Reamy, Mister Kaley!”

“Look, the deputy mayor’s with them…”

Overwhelmed by the honored guest, the relatives spilled out of the courtyard, hurrying to meet the distinguished guests.

Gavin, on the other hand, rose from the couch with a relaxed air, waving off the fanfare with a chuckle. “Let’s not make a big fuss, folks! It’s just a family birthday party. We’ve got to keep it low–key! Ha!” His eyes twinkled with mischief as they briefly met Alexander’s, a silent message of triumph.

‘See that, kid? That’s the power I wield! One phone call and I’ve got the town’s VIPs lining up to pay their respects. This isn’t about money. It’s about influence, about authority!‘

“Just so you know, this isn’t setting a precedent. I don’t take gifts!”

Carmela looked delighted, her smile as wide as a blooming flower as she gloated over Alexander and Amber. She waved her arms, directing the hustle and bustle. “Someone get to the kitchen, will you? And set up another table, quick!”

The relatives were all smiles, bustling into the kitchen to whip up new dishes and dialing for takeout with a buzz of excitement. Missus Thompson even managed to stand, her hands trembling as she warmly greeted the town’s officials.

“Sis, are you ready to throw in the towel?”

Carmela was basking in her moment of triumph, a smug satisfaction she could not quite put into words. She sneered at Susanne, “Just so you know, no matter how loaded your family is, you’re not stealing my thunder!”

“And your son–in–law? Pfft, a loser’s a loser, and all the cash in the world won’t change that!”

Susanne’s face tensed, and she was on the verge of retorting.

“Mom.”

and waved Susanne off. “Dig into the food, let the rest slide. We’re not

there? What

smiles as she ushered the town leaders to their seats.” Come on, everyone, have a

into the

cleared his throat, relishing the jealous stares from the relatives. He launched into his spiel, wine glass’in hand, “I’m set on turbocharging our economy later this year, pulling in foreign investors! And

good ten minutes of his rant, he shot

am now, don’t you? No matter how deep your pockets are, you’ll kneel before my power!‘

New Chesire

voice suddenly cut through the quiet, small

was the mayor of

old Habergam neighborhood’s narrow streets meant Lewis’s sleek cars had to be parked just beyond the gates. Then, he emerged in a smart casual suit, leading a sweaty entourage of middle–aged

“Mister… Mister Christian?!”

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and his workmates went from stunned

their attention, but also the entourage of influential men behind him, each a heavyweight in Gr Mare, including the big shot from

Chesire, Mister

formal title ‘palace Lord‘. He shook hands with the pair, oozing charm and politeness. “I hear today marks the eightieth birthday of Miss

second half with my team when I got wind of the celebration. I couldn’t resist coming straight over.

Boom!

left Lewis’s lips when the Braine family’s less fortunate kin, Gavin, Carmela, Susanne, Patrick… even Amber, were visibly floored. Their minds raced to keep up.

esteemed Mister Christian himself, had come to wish

Why on earth?

was beyond belief, utterly

the birthday girl

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