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.

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are you

had already cursed Benjamin a hundred

just haven't seen you for a long time, and we miss you. Recently, I've been in a bit of a dilemma, and I'd like you to educate me." "Nonsense! If you want education, come straight to the police

a step forward, but he bumped straight into a man who was dressed discreetly and

said respectfully,

addressed him

and recognized him. "You're... the Hawkins'

one who asked Timothy to make you stay. Please don't blame

were all seated once more. Timothy and Frederick left with the rest, and only Howard and Benjamin remained

ask about the development of that case, then

across from him, and there was a shrewd look in his

believe that there is someone I need to be concerned about, so you don't need to play

my older brother back on

him.

"... Alexander."

Howard burst into

Alexander! I thought that you'd forgotten about it