The Real Heiress Rules the World

Chapter 276 The Wrong Match

Chapter 276 The Wrong Match

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Ginnie was the treasured daughter of one of Stonebridge’s four great families-the Lyte family. She had just returned from studying abroad, and since taking over part of the family business, her exceptional talent in the corporate world had been widely recognized.

Lucas, on the other hand, was the head of Hawthorne Corp-young, capable, and ruthless in business. By all appearances, they were a perfect match: beauty and brains, power and prestige.

I heard Ms. Ginnie and Mr. Lucas were nearly engaged five years ago,” someone whispered in the crowd. “But she went abroad, and it got postponed.”

“Yeah, now she’s back, and they’ve been seeing each other more and more. Looks like something’s brewing.”

“No kidding. A union between the Lyte and Hawthorne families? That would reshape the entire business landscape in Stonebridge.”

Jill overheard and nearly cracked a molar grinding her teeth. “Perfect match? More like blind optimism. Lucas only has Sloane in his heart-what would these people know?”

Without another word, she picked up her pace and cut straight through the crowd toward Lucas and Ginnie.

Cameron let out a sigh and jogged after her.

Jill arrived at their side wearing a pleasant smile, but her eyes carried a flicker of challenge. She tilted her chin ever so slightly and said brightly, “Lucas, so here you are. I’ve been looking all over for you.”

brows relaxing slightly. His tone was noticeably softer. “Jill. What

feigning innocence. “What do you mean? It’s

as Jill suddenly cut in, but she quickly

Lucas said simply.

her composure. “Oh, I’ve heard Samson mention

sarcasm. “You must

me up in conversation”

Lucas, silently begging him

moment.

the champagne glass in his hand,

a laugh and

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back to Lucas, her voice soft and graceful. “Lucas, since we’re representing both sides of this partnership,