Chapter 1266:

Daniela replied with a fake smile, “You’re welcome to stay for lunch, but I hope no one here will make my husband uncomfortable.” Her gaze locked with Hamilton’s, piercing and unyielding, and her words carried a warning. “My temper can be fierce, and my protective instinct for my loved ones is strong. If anyone makes my husband unhappy, I’ll make sure they’re twice as miserable.”

The air seemed to thicken as Hamilton’s previously pleasant expression darkened into a grimace.

Off to one side, Charles was a portrait of anxiety, his entire body quivering. Hamilton’s secretary kept his gaze lowered, his hands balled into fists, white-knuckled and tense.

A tense silence cloaked the room, thick and unyielding.

The moment was broken when Cedric appeared from the kitchen, carrying a steaming dish. Daniela waved her hand gracefully, signaling the others to gather around the table.

Hamilton strode in, embodying an aura of calculated dominance. He surveyed the room with a critical eye, his expression softening slightly as he nodded in approval.

typical of the nouveau riche,” he noted, his tone carrying

chair with a nonchalant grace. “I simply embrace Cedric’s preferences,” she replied evenly, the underlying message clear—Cedric’s taste was superior to

sooner had Daniela taken her place at the table than Hamilton’s face clouded over. He placed his fork down

everyone else must wait until Mr. McCoy finishes his meal. It’s also customary for the younger ones to show respect by serving Mr. McCoy during

that, Charles positioned himself dutifully by Hamilton’s side and put the

“Go ahead and sit down. I’ve prepared all your favorite dishes. The soup will be right

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grateful nod and settled into her

eyes narrowing as he scrutinized Cedric and Daniela, who seemed oblivious to his expectations

to Daniela. He served her with a tender gesture, coaxing her to try a bite. “Taste this and tell me what

free to help yourself.

laced with disdain. “Is

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