Honey, You're a Billionaire by Chandler Solar

Chapter 583 Compared To Yours

Jonathan's enigmatic smile left everyone uncertain of his intentions. Yet, upon reflection, it became evident that loyalty to the Finch family would naturally take precedence.

The atmosphere grew tense as all held their breath, sensing the escalating conflict between the two powerful families of Finch and Xanth. No one had anticipated witnessing such a showdown at what was meant to be a simple birthday celebration. With Jonathan voicing the Finch family's stance, Eleanor's attempts to curry favor with the Xanth family were swiftly forgotten.

However, that same smile sent a chill down Cyrus and Lizzie's spines, making their hearts skip a beat.

Jonathan may have been a Finch, but he had never considered Lizzie one of his own, nor had he ever acknowledged her, so Cyrus couldn't understand why he would defend her now.

"Jonathan..." Cyrus began to speak.

However, before he could say more, Elijah's deep voice boomed over his. "I see no harm in writing a few words. Bring the brush, ink, paper, and inkstone!"

Clover sprang into action, his excitement palpable. A spectacle was about to unfold, and he couldn't be more thrilled.

Under the astonished gazes of the crowd, Elijah stepped forward as Cyrus and Lizzie quickly made way for him. He picked up the brush, dipped it in ink, and began to write. Even from the first stroke, it was clear that his skill was far superior to Lizzie's. Silence fell over the room.

Elijah was writing from the same Lindisfarne Gospels as before, but even the opening strokes far surpassed Lizzie's attempt. Even Eleanor, with her limited knowledge of calligraphy, could discern the stark contrast in ability.

The very crowd that had showered Lizzie with insincere praise earlier now regarded Elijah's extraordinary calligraphy with awe, admiring it in respectful silence.

Eleanor could barely keep her composure and instinctively glanced at Lizzie. The latter was initially surprised but soon felt a sense of shame and inadequacy.

The room remained quiet even after Elijah completed his rendition of the Lindisfarne Gospels.

a tranquil lake. "So,

heat rise to her face, Lizzie responded, "Mr. Xanth's skill in calligraphy is truly unparalleled. I humbly admit

so soon?" Clover teased, his laughter unrestrained as he turned to Cyrus, who had fiercely defended Lizzie earlier. "What about you,

on it,

defeat, the rest of the room burst into unanimous praise for Elijah's

amazement, a glow that Elijah immediately noticed, filling him with pride.

I'd practice my calligraphy and imagine her writing..."

lovingly. Without thinking,

flickered in Elijah's eyes, his gaze momentarily

out by the surrounding praise. Meanwhile, Eleanor's

Elijah's stunning display of

at

she had no idea

with a flattering tone, "Mr. Xanth, I had no idea you were so skilled in calligraphy. I have a humble request, though I'm not sure if you'd be willing to grant it." Elijah

gift me

reason to refuse, Elijah replied, "Do with it as you

words implied that the piece was nothing special to him. The calligraphy was done on the spot, so if

the opportunity, Eleanor quickly expressed her gratitude, "Thank you so much! I must think of a proper way to show my

fetch that long box from my study. It'll serve as

with Elijah. With the gift passing from Jonathan to Elijah, she was certain the latter wouldn't refuse

subject of Jonathan and Rose when Jonathan presented the gift, hoping that if Elijah approved, things would proceed