The Almighty Dominance

Chapter 216

Chapter 218

Jack felt the blood rushing to his head, ready to let loose a storm of expletives.

His shoulders were tense, fists clenched by his sides, when Florence stepped between him and the inevitable

disaster.

"Jack, enough!" she said, her voice cutting through his fury

"Clara's your aunt. You're going to show her a bit of respect. She came all the way from Vermont, and this birthday bash could help her make some connections. Let her head out with Charles and Sophia."

Jack's glare shifted from Florence to Clara. "Oh, I heard it loud and clear, Mom. Helping dear old Auntie Clara rub shoulders with Miss Kane-great plan. Let me know when can book my slot to kiss her ring."

Clara raised her chin and smirked. "See that? I'll be on the fast track to the high life once I befriend Miss Kane. Maybe I'll toss a few crumbs your way too!"

That was the match on Jack's fuse.

He slammed his open palm down on the edge of an antique vase, rattling it violently. "Do us all a favor, Clara, and don't make promises you can't keep," he growled.

"Jack, watch your tone," Florence snapped.

"My tone was fine before your precious sister showed up," he spat, then stomped off, slamming the door so hard the walls vibrated.

Ever since Clara's arrival, the spotlight had swung from him to her.

Meanwhile, Charles had arranged a limousine to pick up Sophia and Clara.

Outside, the car was sleek and polished under the porch lights.

A private hangar awaited them, where a gleaming jet stood ready to whisk them away.

They sank into the limo's leather seats, the city lights spinning past tinted windows.

Charles cleared his throat. "Sophia, right, I almost forgot." He reached into his blazer and pulled out an ornate jewelry box. "I thought you might like this for the party tonight."

Clara's eyes glittered with curiosity.

box to reveal a delicate

Sophia said softly, though her discomfort was obvious. "But I already have something from my grandfather. I don't want to impose-this is too expensive.

maintain a casual smile. “Don't worry about it. I just

under Charles's nose. “I've never laid eyes on

shrugged, clearly embarrassed by the attention.

of jealous and awe. "Why would you turn down something so

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Chapter 218

she held out the necklace Her eyes

Charles's movements were hesitant.

to offend either woman. But Clara's

forward and clasped

batted her lashes. "Well, Charles,

shifted uncomfortably, hands settling in his lap. "It

interrupted, flipping her hair over

worry Charles. Sophia can take it back from me after

hated

Clara, you should give it back now," she said, voice low. "It

"Relax, dear niece. It's just for one

forcing calm. "It's

Charles here is so generous. Why would I waste a chance to

a woman necklace- less, especially

of protective anger clamp her heart. She knew Clara's game: promise to return something later,"

she resented how Clara stepped all over

angry and you will make the best speech you will

opted for

glanced at Sophia, his gaze apologetic, then returned to Clara

he

white aircraft that

immediately scooted closer to Charles, filling the flight with her laughter, coy

ivy, eager for his wealth

the window and ignore the nauseating

thought. Clara's a

two hours in the

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