Chapter 0154

“Are you pleased?”

Lewis’s question hung in the air, and Amber froze in shock.

However, it was not just Amber, but everyone, save for Alexander, was utterly taken aback.

The mayor of Ol‘ Mare himself had come forward, offering Missus Thompson a villa in the name of neighborhood redevelopment. The demolition of the Habergam area was ages away. That was an outright gift!

Was that extravagant present from Mayor Christian for Missus Thompson’s birthday all because Amber had put in a good word?

That was beyond belief!

“Mister Christian, I… I don’t know what to say.” Amber looked uncomfortable and was at a loss for words.

A whole villa!

Even with the redevelopment of Habergam, families would only get a commercial property and some cash, around 50 thousand dollars at most. However, those villas at Valenders Pavilion, though not huge, were in a prime spot, worth way more than a handful of commercial

properties.

The birthday gift was overwhelmingly generous!

To top it off, Mayor Christian did not just offer that jaw–dropping gift. He actually sought Amber’s approval, asking if it met her

expectations.

Was that some kind of alternate reality? It was downright incredible!

happening. It just can’t be real!”

jealousy was about to boil over. Her fists clenched so tight she thought her chest might burst.

ego was bruised.

so much? She was the one running the Braine family show, and she would

objections, then we’re all set.”

life threw his way. With a booming laugh, he acknowledged Amber, but as his gaze shifted to Gavin, his gaze turned to ice. “Gavin, you were saying something about not considering the New Chesire Group

just where did you get that idea? I want an explanation,

body shook. His legs turned to jelly!

put Alexander and Amber in their place, but he was way out of his league.

a single word with Lewis bearing down on him.

think long and

to you, isn’t she? You’d be

swaying on his feet, lips trembling like leaves in the wind.

“Amber.”

respect, then gently took Amber’s hand. He turned to Carmela with a playful grin and teased, “Missus Lowe, don’t you

her eyes blazing with

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thank Amber would be to admit that her family was second best, outdone by Amber, Susanne, and

her swallow her pride and admit defeat. He wanted her to be the

“Carmela, apologize now!!”

as a sheet. He leaped forward, yanking Carmela into a bow before Amber, his voice quivering. “Amber… I mean, Miss Chesire! We’re so grateful for your forgiveness. Your

were blinded by our own egos and lied through our teeth. The New Chesire Group is a force to be reckoned with, and we’re convinced It would bring the town

not even raise her head, defiant

lips slowly began

“Pfft!”

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