Resurrecting the Genius Within

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Resurrecting the Genius Within

Chapter 165 Jasiel’s Adopted Son

Thus, George’s hand moved instinctively, attempting to grasp Isabelle’s hand.

However, he had been lost in thought for too long, wasting too much time. By the time he intended to act, Isabelle had already released her hand.

George found himself holding onto nothing but air.

After retracting her hand, Isabelle glanced briefly at his hand, remarking to herself. Why is his hand so hot?

Little did George realise that it was his own elevated body temperature that brought her back to her senses, prompting her to release her hand upon realising it.

As he rubbed his palm with his thumb, reminiscing about the soft touch and lingering warmth, George eventually looked at his now empty hand, sighing inwardly.

“4.5 million for the first time, 4.5 million for the second time, 4.5 million for the third time. Sold!‘ The host swiftly concluded, his words rushing out as if fearing any mishap. “Let’s congratulate the lady.”

Contributing to charity, spurred on by the host, the audience applauded the lady’s generosity.

Initially intending to witness Isabelle’s embarrassment, Dakota unexpectedly found herself playing the fool. As she endured the mocking gazes of those around her and the deafening applause, she seethed with frustration, unable to lash out.

Amidst the applause, whispers were exchanged in hushed tones.

“This Ms. Sullivan doesn’t seem capable of achieving much.”

“I heard some rumours in the circle recently suggesting that the Harris family might be interested in forming a connection with the Sullivans. It seems like nothing but gossip now.”

“The Harris family? The younger one or the older one? Don’t tell me it’s the older one. Mr. George is such a distinguished figure. Could he really take an interest?”

“Probably just the family worrying as they age. There’s no way someone like him would take a liking to a spoiled and unruly young lady like her.”

It seems like the Sullivans might be on the decline in this generation.”

were capable. It’s a shame about the eldest of the Sullivans, though,

he didn’t even leave behind an heir. And the remaining two

words were undoubtedly a slap in the face for

it any longer, she stood up abruptly, “Dad, I’m going home.”

got up and left through the

felt uncomfortable hearing those remarks too. He left his assistant in charge of liaising with

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the front row to exchange pleasantries and bid farewell

the three of them remained seated.

turned to look at him and asked, “Aren’t you

waiting for you to leave together.”

had something to attend to, and George couldn’t

asked him, “They’re all going to greet the philanthropists. Mr. Harris, aren’t you going?”

was and knowing her so well, how could he not understand the meaning behind her words? He smiled and replied. “Let’s

was up to, he was willingly acting as her accomplice.

seat and headed towards Jasiel at the

the others

meet you, Old Mr. Reeve, George greeted.

to meet you. It’s truly an honour for me to have your personal

activities is only natural,” George replied.

Sam?” Jasiel inquired. “He truly possesses remarkable talent and an extraordinary

flatter me, Old Mr. Reeve. I’m still learning, Sam replied modestly.

exchanged pleasantries and polite

the others engaged in conversation, Isabelle’s gaze was

gaze caught Josh’s attention. As he glanced back, he saw the girl smile lightly at him.

her presence

gaura.

were bidding. Josh had noticed her. Shortly after, he noticed George

he heard the girl ask him, “Are

and replied, “I’m his adopted