In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 161 Aunt Hestia’s Power

In just a moment, Hestia had made up her mind.

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However, Linda had no idea what the older woman was thinking. She hurriedly replied, “Mr. Fulton asked me to drive them here.”

Hestia merely responded with an “oh” and cast a resentful look in Xander’s direction.

Xander scratched his nose, not understanding why Hestia was looking at him like that.

Without further delay, Hestia immediately drove Linda away. “If that’s the case, Linda, your task is considered complete.

“Since my goddaughter is here today, I won’t keep you around for dinner. We’ll set up another time for you to visit our home as a guest.”

Upon hearing that, Linda’s expression changed subtly, but she quickly regained her composure. “Sure, Madam Fulton. In that case, I’ll head back now.”

Then, she turned toward Xander. “Mr. Fulton, I’ll take my leave then.”

Xander simply nodded in response.

Linda clenched her fists tightly. She was reluctant to leave, but she couldn’t find a valid reason

to stay right now.

worry! He won’t be having any more female assistants around him in the

romances.”

Xander. “Quickly get her transferred from her current position, or I’ll make

didn’t have any objections to that.

hand, Grace was surprised by

you say you made

get

together, creating a warm and

have some more of your favorite lasagna,” Hestia

looked at the overflowing plate of food in front of her and said, “Aunt Hestia, that’s plenty. I won’t be able to finish it if you give

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Hestia said, “It’s okay. If you can’t finish it, give it to Xander.

on a confused expression. He couldn’t help but feel like an innocent

really your biological

one to spare his feelings. “It’s not the first time I’ve told you–you were a foundling.

but to remain silent

meal, Hestia engaged in a casual conversation

purchased a few days earlier

a rare find on the market, and quite costly. The single small gem alone was valued at least in the millions of

it’s really beautiful!” Grace

and then turned to Xander. “You see, your