Under the heiress facade

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Chapter 229

After Hera finished washing up and came downstairs, she noticed a lively atmosphere outside the door, indicating that someone had visited them. She paid it little mind and joined Gideon at the dining table

Just as she was about to have breakfast, she heard James‘ ingratiating voice from the living room. “I didn’t know you would come, Mr. Killan. We’re honored by your presence.”

“Judy, hurry and brew some coffee.” Mildred’s voice rang out.

Hera turned around and saw Mildred and James respectfully leading Bernard toward the living room, with Douglas and Lilith following behind.

She hadn’t imagined Benard would actually show up!

Gideon caught wind of the voice as well. A brief hint of annoyance flashed across his face as he pondered why the old man was here and if Bernard was trying to take Hera away

ence more.

spoke up as he glanced toward the dining area, “It’s fine. I’m here to pick up Hera” As soon as he entered the residence, he caught sight of Hera

around, deciding to fill her stomach first before

was

and Lilith had already seen Bernard visit the Everett residence before. Though

Bernard would do that. They

moment. Lilith, could you go

breakfast first” Bernard raised his hand to stop them

and disliked everyone in the Everett residence. He knew full well everything they had done to Hera. If it weren’t for

meant the place wasn’t too unbearable. Moreover, no matter how much he disliked

eating her breakfast, clearly uninterested in dealing with the people outside. He somehow grasped her feelings. “I’ll take care of him for you” with that, he put down his cutlery, wiped his mouch with a napkin, and

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walked to the living room and extended his right hand out of courtesy. “Bernard, no, I should call you Mr.

to the title “Mr.” However, Bernard was just over ten years old at the time, so calling him that seemed overly

It

man was interested in younger

said so to emphasize Bernard’s age a aimed his attention at Hera

a handshake After all, Gideon was