In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Smiling, Xander said meaningfully, "It's just a matter of time. When it happens, please come to the Fulton residence for the celebration."

Jake's expression froze for a second. Since he had been born, he had never returned to the Fulton residence. Since he wasn't a legitimate child, the elders of the Fulton family wouldn't allow it. Xander was clearly provoking him.

As Hazel went to handle the procedures, Jake glanced at her figure. His words were dripping with deep implication as well. "I hope you can fulfill your wishes like you did today."

After that, he walked straight out of the hall and disappeared around the corner.

Xander remained standing straight, like an evergreen tree.

On the other hand, Grace was busy handling the work. As soon as she finished, she went downstairs. The police had finished collecting evidence.

"There are signs of deliberate tampering with the surveillance. The evidence at the scene is not sufficient. We need more time for the investigation." The person speaking was Angus, whom Grace had met before.

Grace nodded understandingly. "Thank you, Officer Boone. This matter concerns my employees' physical and mental health. Please notify me once you have the results. If there's any need for cooperation, we'll do our best."

"Sure." Angus glanced at the information about the parties involved. "You really care a lot about your employees. They're lucky to have you."

upset stomachs, but Grace was taking it so seriously. It

there are any

nodded and left with his

was over, it was already 2:00

in the car and closed his eyes for a

stood by the car, occasionally checking the time. It wasn't until she saw Grace dragging her tired body out

eyes and

"You could have gone back first. Why did

it natural for a boyfriend to pick up his girlfriend from

ocean to pick

drove them back to Summitview

bent down to help Grace take off her high heels. He

on his shoulder. "What

carefully looked

saw nothing amiss. She took

from around her