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Chapter 979:

But Eileen, with a quick wit, had given it a new meaning — a shield to protect Terrell and his legacy.

As Eileen’s explanation sank in, a ripple of relief passed through the crowd. Terrell’s expression softened.

“Nonsense,” Kamila said, her voice sharp. “You must have prepared this excuse in advance. You just brought this gift to make Mr. Byrd uncomfortable on purpose.”

Eileen met her gaze steadily. “On the contrary. This gift I brought has been swapped; I couldn’t have planned for this. My words are sincere.”

As Eileen argued with Kamila, Bryan’s patience wore thin. His face tightened, a cold mask settling over his features. He fixed Kamila with an icy stare that sent a chill down her spine.

Eileen, sensing his anger, tugged gently at his sleeve. She felt it was unnecessary for him to get riled up over Kamila’s words. She had the wit to handle Kamila herself.

do you mean?” Bernice asked, sensing something. “Your gift

grandmother. To be honest, I don’t know its

as Eileen described the weight, a spark of recognition

collecting jade seals. While not inherently heavy, these prized objects were

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a gift. He said, “Years ago, I mentioned to the Vazquez family that if I lived to eighty, I hoped

gaze flicking briefly to Kamila. “The gift box must have been swapped during the commotion earlier. Perhaps

away,

who had approached Eileen’s

tell whether the box had been tampered

with a sense of authority. “Send out the word—no one is allowed to leave now! Everyone will be

others, she gave Bryan a quick wink and let out a