Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 72

Benjamin let out a hearty laugh. "Nathan, do you really think all these guests would be here without my backing? How many VIPs do you think would bother to show up at this shabby gathering otherwise?"

Nathan frowned, "What's so shabby about it?"

Benjamin waved his hand around, "Look at these old paintings and decorations. They're practically worthless. If it weren't for the guests I brought to liven up your birthday party, it would be no different from a backyard barbecue." Nathan couldn't help but chuckle. "Ignorance is bliss, isn't it?"

He gave Benjamin a look of disdain. "Do you have any clue how much this painting in front of you is worth?"

When Benjamin looked completely lost,

Nathan continued, "This is Wasserschlangen II's Gustav Klimt. It sold for billions at an auction a few years back. And it's the cheapest piece in the room.

Go on, take a wild guess-who owns this masterpiece?"

Benjamin was left speechless.

"That's impossible. How could you possibly get your hands on such an expensive painting?"

Greta, his voice icy, "So, do me a favor and show your

and Greta's faces turned an unflattering shade of

calm Cameron.

acknowledge him. Instead, he walked over to Nellie, his icy demeanor melting away instantly, "Thank you for traveling all this way to celebrate my birthday." Nellie cleared her throat, her

ago. He had grown stronger, and the Rowland

the future, Nathan would be a force to be

to family ties, and a tyrant in

their paths

find

bond was meant

eyed Hyacinthus with suspicion. Her voice struck a chord, reminding him of

aloof, not even sparing

luxury brand

Nathan sighed dramatically,

from mine, and he's got his devoted

I'm flying solo.

I'm