Chapter 52

Juliet is head over heels for you. You should have used that to your advantage long ago, Hugo scolded lightly.

Brantley looked at Hugo without any emotion. I hope you won't change your mind later"

"The Lindstrom family shares the same blood. I know you're dedicated to your Municipal Government job, but don't ignore potential business profits, Hugo said, sipping his chamomile tea.

To Hugo, Brantley's mother had been more of a marriage alliance for business interests rather than a personal preference. Since her passing, Brantley's temperament had changed dramatically, but Hugo reminded himself that he was his son, after all..

"Help Jaxon whenever you can. After all, you two are brothers. About your mother... Hugo started

Brantley narrowed his eyes, hiding his emotions. I don't have a brother. My mother only had one son."

Watching Brantley walk away, Hugo sighed. He knew Brantley was exceptional but stubborn. If Brantley could let go of his grudges and work with Jaxon, they could lead the Lindstrom Group to new heights. Brantley left the study and bumped into Jaxon, who had rushed back after receiving a call from Queenie, in the hallway.

"Brantley!" Jaxon called out.

But Brantley didn't respond and simply walked away, taking Juliet with him without even staying for dinner.

The atmosphere in the car was somewhat tense.

"Brantley, does your dad dislike me?" Juliet asked, nervously twisting a piece of her clothing

"No, he doesn't mind us being together, Brantley said, his handsome face as unreadable as ever.

Juliet couldn't tell if Brantley was just trying to comfort her. Based on everyone's expression at the Lindstrom residence earlier, it was clear they weren't thrilled about her

"I'll take you to dinner, Brantley suggested

mood lifted instantly at the thought of

cheerful expression, Brantley's gaze shifted, though his thoughts remained inscrutable inside his deep

tidied her desk, locking up important files before stepping out of her office. She spoke to Quinnlyn, who was working nearby. "Leave

"Okay!" Quinnlyn replied.

for your hard work. I have some errands to run, so I'm leaving early. Dinner is on

Ms. Salvatore!" the team chorused. In the next moment,

called Josiah

Seeing the closed office doors and the group excited about dinner, he felt indignant "Why does she get to leave early while I have to stay

back seat, looking at the scenery outside the windows. There were many bare tree trunks. 'How much longer until spring!" she wondered and couldn't

do at the military

"Training," Josiah replied.

it boring every day?" She remembered how Xavier complained the first time he came back to the military base, saying life there was

wonder if she had asked something

at the rearview mirror. Life at the military base was anything but dull. There were things Carlos had instructed them

Chapter 52

Mikayla warmly. Seeing that it was Josiah driving, she

just give me a call when you're ready to leave.

each other, but it shouldn't have been like this. Even though Josiah was a Guardian and a bit arrogant, he always showed respect to Carlos and her. Selena,

has a social engagement and probably won't be back until late at night" Selena

right! I just came to visit you and Natasha, Mikayla replied, handing some gifts to

buy things next time, Selena said

a little something to show my respect, Mrs. Ludwig

and asked, "Where's

and asked me to direct you there when you arrived"

familiar with the place, went straight

instructed the servant to bring out some hot coffee. Deidre suddenly came unexpectedly. What if they meet... Selena

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