The Real Heiress Rules the World

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“Ms. Sloane, please,” the general manager said as he pushed open the door to the private

room.

As soon as the door opened, Sloane spotted Lucas seated at the head of the table. His expression was cool, his presence commanding. Beside him, Samson and Benjamin were deep in animated conversation.

Hearing the door, all three turned their heads. Samson was the first to rise, flashing his signature broad grin. “Sloane, Jill, and that Clark kid—come on in!”

Lucas didn’t get up, but the icy sharpness in his features softened ever so slightly. A hint of warmth flickered through his dark eyes. He turned to the manager and said, “Serve the food.”

“Yes, Mr. Hawthorne.” The manager bowed and exited swiftly.

“Uncle Samson.” Jill plopped down next to Samson, suddenly much better behaved now that he was around.

Cameron slid in beside her.

Sloane glanced around before walking over to the seat beside Lucas and taking it.

Jill snuck a quick glance at Lucas before lowering her head. Although her Uncle Samson and Lucas were close friends, she’d barely met this elusive Mr. Hawthorne before–let alone dined

with him.

“you haven’t been online lately. I’ve had no

then

excuse. After dinner, no matter what, we’re playing a round,” Samson

her head curiously. “Uncle Samson, what game

Legends,”

eyes lit up. “I

disgust. “You? Please. Last time I carried you, I nearly lost MVP. I spent the whole match saving your sorry butt. It was exhausting. And our ranks are too

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cheeks in frustration, though

and offered, “It’s

eyes sparkled again. “Sloane,

the dishes were served one

his wine glass and gently tapped it against

and waited for

gave her a faint, magnetic smile. “Congratulations on ranking

of his. Jill once said she had a pretty smile–but Lucas? Lucas smiled like