Chapter 138

Garry's invitation was so enthusiastic that Carney couldn't very well turn him down.

But he already had plans for the evening.

After a quick consideration, he glanced at Garry. "I'm actually having dinner with Professor Thornton from the Antiquarian Society's Legal Defense Group and our legal team tonight. Mr. Ferguson, if you don't mind, would you like to join us?"

Garry gave a faint smile. "Anyone willing to contribute to the preservation of our cultural heritage has my respect. I'd be glad to make their acquaintance."

Silveridge, at a private restaurant.

By the time Carney and his group arrived at the reserved dining room, Professor Thornton and the others were already there.

Professor Thornton and Carney went way back-they'd been like-minded friends since their university days, and even now, well into their careers, they were both determined to do their part for the country.

"Professor Winslow, you're here! Let me introduce you this is Stewart

Wentworth, Northborough's most renowned attorney and the top legal mind in the field!"

Hearing Stewart's name, both Briony and James paused in surprise.

They exchanged a knowing look.

James let out a low whistle. "Small world, huh?"

Briony pressed her lips together, silently agreeing.

of running into him here? The

part of Mr. Wentworth's team..." Thornton had already been chatting with Stewart before Carney's group arrived, and

actually being modest earlier-Mr. Wentworth's reputation is huge these days. I watched his recent legal interview on TV-young, brilliant, truly impressive!

stepped forward to shake Stewart's hand. "Attorney Wentworth, I've heard

his hand, his voice

a rough rundown of Stewart

couldn't help but think, *Talented, certainly.

tonight's gathering for the sake of

and Briony clearly felt the same. They were all here

herself seated between Carney and James, directly across from

engaged in a lively discussion about

Briony for a moment, then shifted to

Stewart looked

Garry raised an eyebrow.

expression darkened slightly before he

...

Professor Thornton and Carney ordered wine, inviting the men at

work the next day, requested two

sipped her juice, its sweet and tart flavor

the conversation at dinner was kept lively

evening, joined the senior Antiquarian Society members in a rich

the evening wore on and the atmosphere grew

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255