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 to Luke. “Proceed as

suggested.”

“Yes, Ms. Lewis.”

Luke left, Grace turned her attention to Geraldine. “Ms. Geraldine, come

and followed Grace into the

was surprised by the change in Grace’s demeanor. Previously, Grace had always been submissive and respectful in the Hawkins family, even as

with Benjamin, she had never been taken seriously

company.

emanated a presence that seemed to impose some

Geraldine remarked as

seat, Ms.

sat on the couch and handed over the thermos. “Give it a try. Grandma

to bring

nodded, maintaining polite yet distant courtesy.

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Grandma’s eyes, she had always considered

silent, giving

“Grace,

accepted the bowl. “Ms. Geraldine, some things don’t need to be discussed further,” Grace replied in a seemingly

cares a lot about you. You saw it at Grandma’s birthday banquet. He’s always the