Chapter 314 Seizing Opportunities

Surrounded by a mix of genuine and insincere compliments. Duke Wilhelm casually dealt with them while carefully observing Leo’s expression.

After a while, as the flattering individuals dispersed, Melanie seized the opportunity to express her doubts.

“Duke Wilhelm, I feel both honored and perplexed to receive your invitation to tonight’s birthday banquet. Could you clarify something for me?”

Duke Wilhelm chuckled. At a time like this, he would say whatever pleased Melanie. “My daughter Grace offended you before. Since I’m hosting friends from Harbor City tonight, it’s only natural to invite you as well. Consider it my way of apologizing on her behalf.”

“You’re too kind.” A sharp glint flashed in Melanie’s eyes, and she thought of a plan. “I just saw Miss Grace at

the banquet, and she seemed quite interested in the card I wrote. Perhaps she spoke well of me in front of you,

making you appreciate my creativity?”

Duke Wilhelm squinted his eyes, and subtly clenched his fist. Melanie’s implication was clear.

He couldn’t help but sigh. Melanie was indeed clever! She knew that the so-called “competition” earlier was

just a setup for her. Without revealing her cards, she effortlessly used his daughter’s jealousy to dismantle the

plot.

Leo was putting so much effort into winning her favor. With her assistance, dealing with

would be even

other matters right now. He was embarrassed and infuriated at the same time. Suppressing his anger, he politely

and found Grace. There, she

clear the backstage area. His subordinates quickly left

saw Duke Wilhelm staring at her. She was so

Duke Wilhelm

are you talking about?” Grace tried to act

I’ll cut off your tongue!”

in fright. She dropped the wine glass and it shattered, cutting her hand. Blood dripped onto the ground. She didn’t care about the pain, only pleading repeatedly, “Dad, I just couldn’t stand

just couldn’t stand her, huh? Do

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shouted angrily. He knew that the most urgent matter now was not to punish Grace,

tried hard to suppress his anger, and after he did, he said,

afraid and unwilling. She sobbed in

please her or apologize, as long as you can make Melanie and Mr. York happy, I will let you stay in this

immediately!”

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