In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

This place was simultaneously the quietest and most crowded club in Pamore. The rich and the powerful came and went constantly.

It was quiet because it wasn't decorated lavishly, and it was crowded because it was always fully booked. It was hard to get a room here.

In one of the rooms that were further inside, the atmosphere grew quieter and quieter as the meal progressed.

Howard Donegan pulled at his collar and raised his glass. He looked at the rich heirs around the table. "Timothy, I just remembered that I've got something to do. I'll make a toast to you. Happy birthday." He downed the drink and got ready to leave.

Timothy and Frederick exchanged glances. Timothy hurriedly stopped him.

"Mr. Donegan, you've only been here for ten minutes. What's the rush? My parents haven't even arrived yet, and they're dying to see you. Please humor them."

Howard did not say anything, but there was a fiery look in his eyes.

The Donegans had an international chamber of commerce and carried out trade in business. It was inevitable that they would get embroiled in conflicts sometimes. Occasionally, they would ask Howard to help in his capacity as chief director.

However, he never entertained personal requests and kept things strictly official.

As time passed, the Donegan family began to dislike him, even though he was the oldest son of the family. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ Findɴovel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Howard liked the peace and quiet, and he focused on advancing in his career instead.

did not believe what Timothy

on earth are you all up to? What do you want from

Benjamin a

Recently, I've been in a bit of a dilemma, and I'd like you to educate me." "Nonsense! If you

into

man said respectfully, "Chief

had addressed him

took a step back and recognized

the one who asked Timothy to make you

Frederick left with the rest,

development of that case,

and there

need to be concerned about, so you don't need to play dumb." Howard looked up at him, but he continued

my older brother back on the

at him. "Who is

"... Alexander."

Howard burst into

remember that you have a brother called Alexander! I thought that you'd