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.

theres no need to

Keanu for her always thinking ahead about her

introducing her to influential people, laying the groundwork for potential business ventures, and

coincidence! someone said,

grandson is close

Clarkes age.

could finish, a cold voice sliced through

their right mind wanting a woman so flighty! Coltons tone

poise and radiance, yet when their eyes

him with

Coltons expression darkened further.

the genuine interest

caught off guard,

Mr.

Stevens, what exactly do you mean by that? No one had expected

Stevens, Coltons father,

thud, and he shot his son a glare that could freeze

his obedient son, acting so foolishly in

the rising

Its his youth, sir.

as they are at

barely conceal the jealousy that burned

she

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