Chapter 712 Change In Attitude

As a precaution. Preston decided to sound out Nathaniel.

“We’ve been acquainted for years, Mr. Lesley. Do you still not know me?” A cold smile formed on Nathaniel’s lips. “Sebastian is loyal to me. I won’t disappoint him just to please others. He deserves this.”

Nathaniel was right. He didn’t need to please others, for he had the quality of being the one others toadied

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Preston stared at Nathaniel. He quickly came up with a plan and gave him a vague answer.

“Even though an elder brother can be considered a parent, my parents are still alive and well, so I can’t decide on my parents‘ behalf. I hope you can forgive me for that. The Lesley family isn’t a common household, so if Mr. Taggart wishes to continue staying by my sister’s side, he’ll have to follow the rules Following traditional marriage customs is a must. I’m sure that isn’t a difficult request.”

Preston’s change in attitude caught Sebastian off guard.

Despite the happiness within him, Sebastian forced himself to play it cool. “Rest assured, Mr. Lesley. I’ll respect Victoria’s and the Lesley family’s requests. I won’t let you down.”

He was eager to show Preston his sincerity toward Victoria, but he wasn’t a smooth talker.

Preston didn’t need Sebastian to persuade him with clichés. He gave him a long stare and warned, “Sebastian, remember your promise today.”

At that moment, David raced over with his secretary. “It’s my honor to have you both, Mr. Hadley and Mr. Lesley, attend my mother’s birthday banquet. I apologize in advance if there’s any lack of hospitality.”

much when he sent the invitation to Nathaniel and Preston since it wouldn’t affect him in the slightest if the

and check others‘ expressions in the future when he managed

the growing tension between the two,

Mr. Labarge. You gave me a chance to settle some troublesome matters. I’ll have to take my leave since I have something else scheduled,”

around and left the

only got the gist behind Preston’s words and misunderstood them for some dispute between Preston and

to approach Nathaniel when the butler ran to his side and whispered something

mother. Please excuse me, Mr. and Mrs. Hadley.” After courteously explaining

the banquet started. That, along

Hanus

that day, he didn’t need to continue wasting his time there in the name

“Are we leaving already? We haven’t wished Old Mrs.

have time to meet anyone. Sending her a present is enough.” Nathaniel leaned closer and whispered in Christina’s ear, “Winston is here. I’m sure it won’t be peaceful for

head home, then. I’m a bit tired.” A flash of disappointment flickered across Christina’s eyes. She wasn’t interested in the bustling atmosphere

her eyes, Nathaniel didn’t expose her thoughts immediately. “Sebastian, I’m putting you in charge of sending Ms.

Mrs.

to part ways with David. The conflict between them has made them turn against

said impassively. “I’m free tomorrow. I can

implication. “All right. I’ll see you

did you talk about with Victoria earlier? You guys were being

“It’s nothing. Victoria wants to join my fashion design studio. Since the renovation is near completion, she wants to take a look around. Also, she asked for my company to shop for her wedding ring as a

had talked about it on WhatsApp. They merely brought

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