In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 244 Defiance

Timothy’s project received unanimous approval.

After the meeting, Grace was the first to leave the conference room, followed closely by Luke,

who was reporting on work.

As Grace and Luke approached the office door, they were suddenly called out, “Grace!”

Following the voice, Geraldine walked gracefully in front of Grace.

Grace was surprised. Since her divorce, she had completely severed ties with the Hawkins family. She hadn’t been in contact with any of the relatives. Geraldine had never visited her

either.

How had Geraldine found her here?

Despite her confusion, Grace politely asked, “Ms. Geraldine, what brings you here?”

Geraldine raised the thermos and smiled. “Grandma asked me to bring some chicken soup

you.”

for

and handed the documents

suggested.”

“Yes, Ms. Lewis.”

to Geraldine. “Ms. Geraldine, come and have a seat in

agreed and followed Grace into

had always been submissive and respectful in the Hawkins family,

she had never been taken seriously

company.

of Amirate Corporation, Grace emanated a presence that seemed to impose some degree of pressure on Geraldine. This dynamic was

so much!” Geraldine remarked

a seat,

and handed over the thermos. “Give it a

me to bring

nodded, maintaining polite yet distant courtesy. “Thank Grandma for me. I

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had always considered you her granddaughter, even after your divorce from Benjarnin. Her feelings haven’t

stayed silent,

a bowl of soup to Grace and continued, “Grace, have you never considered reconciling

Geraldine, some things don’t need to be discussed further,” Grace replied in a seemingly casual yet

Geraldine said, “But Grace, Benjamin cares a lot about you. You saw it at Grandma’s birthday banquet. He’s always the first one to step forward