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.

much effort into winning her favor.

would be

matters right now. He was embarrassed and infuriated at the same time. Suppressing his anger, he politely excused himself from Leo and Melanie and went backstage straightaway. The butler had informed

hurried backstage and found Grace. There, she

was infuriated by the sight. He gestured to his subordinates to clear the backstage area. His subordinates quickly left and went to guard the entrances, leaving

staring at her. She was so scared that she

you?” Duke Wilhelm

you talking about?” Grace tried

utter another lie, I’ll cut off your tongue!” Duke Wilhelm

her hand. Blood dripped onto the ground. She didn’t care about the

couldn’t contain his anger. “You just couldn’t stand her, huh? Do

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to punish Grace, but to calm Leo’s anger. If Leo’s plan failed, he wouldn’t gain anything

anger, and after he did, he said, “Quickly go out and

was afraid and unwilling. She sobbed

to look at her any longer. “Whether you please her or apologize, as long as you can make Melanie

immediately!”

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