Chapter 1450:

Kohen stared at Cedric, jealousy brewing. Their father had never used such a soft tone with any of them. Why was Cedric the exception? Fury burned in Kohen’s chest.

The banquet soon kicked off in full swing. As the hall buzzed with chatter, Hamilton’s secretary appeared to escort Cedric. Cedric turned to Daniela. “Come with me.” He wasn’t comfortable leaving her by herself.

Just then, someone accidentally spilled red wine on Carol’s dress, leaving a vivid stain across the fabric.

Daniela said, “You go on ahead. I’ll help Carol change, then I’ll come find you.”

Cedric was just about to follow when Hamilton’s secretary gave a courteous smile. “It’s not quite appropriate for you to accompany a lady while she’s changing. Why don’t you head on ahead? Mr. McCoy is waiting. We’re all here at the banquet. Nothing’s going to happen.”

Damon and Nikolas nodded. “Go on, Cedric. We’re here with her.”

look. “Once you’re done, come find me.” Daniela gave a

secretary chuckled. “You two are quite the couple.” Then he led Cedric

and Damon were stopped at the door. A female attendant smiled politely. “Only

Carol away to get changed, and once they emerged, she immediately set out to find Cedric. Cedric seemed restless all evening, and the thought of him facing the

into the hallway when she ran into Alexander. He blocked her path with a practiced,

know he’s gone up to the study with Mr. McCoy. Mr. McCoy sent

arched a skeptical brow. “Cedric sent you to

𝗎𝗉𝖽𝖺𝗍𝖾𝗌 𝗈𝗇

number one. There

make this up? If you’re that suspicious, go

dialed Cedric’s number. The call went straight to voicemail—his phone

toward the staircase. “Are you

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