Chapter 163:

“Well, you can’t blame me for saying that!” Lillie said. “The change in her appearance is just so drastic.”

Just then, Baker clapped his hands to call their attention. “All right, now that everyone’s here, let’s head to the dining room to eat.”

“Okay.” The group went to the dining hall and took their seats.

They were halfway through dinner when Madonna suddenly turned to Belinda with a smile. “I heard from your dad that you have close ties with the Thomas family now. Is that true?”

Belinda raised an eyebrow slightly at the question, her voice smooth as she responded, “Yes, that’s true.”

The moment Madonna heard this, a bright smile spread across her face. “Perfect! The Thomas family has a project now, and they’re looking for business partners. Albin’s company is very interested in that project. Why don’t you speak with Mr. Thomas and ask him to work with Albin? After all, we are family.”

Belinda’s lips curled into a quiet sneer. So, that was the real reason for this dinner.

earlier defense of her, which was

the illegitimate daughter of Baker, had

favor to ask, Madonna was willing

first on

replied, “Sorry, Aunt Madonna, but I

her brows, frustration flashing across her face. “What do you mean? You’re practically like a daughter to the

I

voice dripped with sarcasm. “As expected, people often change when they move up in the world. Who am I to

her gaze

the need to respond to

ignoring

“Baker, do you have nothing to say about

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255