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.

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

deciding to fill her stomach

was somewhat

and Lilith had already seen Bernard visit the Everett residence before. Though they were not as shocked as Mildred, they

had expected Bernard to stoop so low as to come and pick up Hera himself! At the same time, they didn’t understand why Bernard would do that. They couldn’t help but wonder if Bernard had taken an interest in Hera. To them, he was a

said, “Please wait a moment. Lilith, could you go and

Let her finish breakfast first” Bernard raised his hand to stop them and waited on

Everett residence. He knew full well everything they had done to Hera. If it weren’t for Hera stopping him from intervening, the Everett residence

a week, it meant the place wasn’t too unbearable. Moreover, no matter how much he disliked it, James and Lilith were still has future in–laws, so he instinctively

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

at a loss for

out

“Mr.” However, Bernard was just over ten years old at the time, so calling him that seemed overly mature. As a result, many outsiders continued to call him by

It irritated

him that the old man was interested in younger women

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

reached out for a handshake After all, Gideon was going to be his brother–in–law, so he