Chapter 232: The banquet buzzed with energy, the clinking of glasses and echoes of laughter filling every corner of the grand hall.

Keanus eightieth birthday, a milestone that commanded respect, had drawn the most influential families in Ontdale, all eager to pay their respects.

Inside the lavish hall, familiar faces mingled, raising their glasses high.

A toast to Mr.

Stevens for reaching this incredible age! one of the guests called out.

Mr.

Stevens, your granddaughter-in-law ah, forgive me your granddaughter is truly a treasure to you! Another voice chimed in, Indeed, Ms.

Clarkes gift is remarkable! That delicate porcelain from the pottery master Emanuel Welsh is no ordinary item.

Not just anyone can acquire such a thing! All eyes turned to Allison, standing elegantly by Keanus side.

Her presence commanded attention, and the porcelain, a masterpiece, seemed to reflect the admiration they held for her.

Keanus eyes twinkled as he gave her shoulder a proud pat.

Of course! Allison is a rare gem far better than any grandson of mine.

Talented, capable, and with a flair for creating perfumes! If any of you have young men around her age, youd better match them wisely while you can! Allison shot him a playful yet exasperated look.

no need to

for her always thinking

had grand plans: introducing her to influential people, laying the groundwork for

coincidence! someone

is close

Clarkes age.

could finish, a cold voice

their right mind wanting a woman so flighty! Coltons tone was as cold as ice, his dark eyes devoid of

from across the room, noting her poise and radiance, yet when their eyes met, it was as if she didnt recognize him at

who once greeted him with nothing but tenderness

Coltons expression darkened further.

to pair Allison with someone and worse, seeing the genuine interest others had

looked caught off guard, his

Mr.

that? No one had expected Coltons sudden

Stevens, Coltons father, visibly

thud, and he shot his son a glare

a manner? Rex was stunned his obedient

secretary, sensing the rising tension, quickly

Its his youth, sir.

they are at that

could barely conceal the jealousy that

eyes shimmered with frustration as she carefully approached Rex with her

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