The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 65

“Is this really okay?” I asked.

“Of course, dear. The men in this family are all workaholics They never come home on time. If I waited for them. to eat, I would have starved a long time ago,” Lisbeth replied jokingly.

I flashed a smile and followed her to the dining room.

I could tell Remy had prepared the dishes Just from one taste alone!

“You can have as much as you like,” Lisbeth said with a side. “You must have worked really hard. I swear you’re thinner than the last time I saw you.”

“No, ma’am! I eat a lot!”

“I love that. Eating is one of life’s greatest pleasures!”

We chatted while eating, but part of me couldn’t help but listen for any noise from outside. I was waiting for him. Unfortunately, even after finishing lunch–with a stomach to show for it–he still hadn’t arrived. I felt despondent, but I dared not show it.

Lisbeth frowned. “That child stood us up! Something must have come up last minute. Gosh, whenever something goes wrong, he can end up working all night.”

felt a pang. “That sounds rough. I really admire his work ethic, ma’am. Most people born into his position wouldn’t even care to

tea. “It’s precisely because of his position that it’s so important for him to work hard. His dad and grandfather will lecture him endlessly if he doesn’t meet their

made sense. A family that had managed to stay wealthy and powerful over generations likely had strict parenting and expectations.

that Lisbeth might want to rest, decided to excuse myself.

car, and my

to see him. Somehow, it

thinking like this! I told myself and turned my focus to the scenery.

corner and

“Miss Jones? Mr. Kenway’s car is right across from us.” My heart skipped a beat, and

familiar black Audi had stopped in front of us. Michael stepped out of the passenger

emerged from his

back

disappointment vanished in an instant.

lifting his shirt slightly off

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raced so fast I wondered If