Under the heiress facade

Chapter 286

The eldest son of the Luddens was not in Norburgh. Only Andrew, his wife, their other son, Christopher, and Andrew’s mother stayed there.

Terence shamelessly said, “Dean Ludden, Mrs. Ludden, Christopher, you must attend the Gaskells‘ annual banquet at Imperial Hotel on the fifth.” They would send an invitation to the Luddens each year, but only Christopher, who had a good relationship with Zyler, would attend. However, things were different this year. Christopher had a falling out with Zyler, so they were worried that even Christopher wouldn’t show up

Queenie had found out about Bernard’s whereabouts. She heard that he was going to an event that day, so she followed closely behind him as soon as he

arrived.

“Bernard.. Mr. Killian ”

She remembered how Terence had told her about Bernard publicly not acknowledging him, so she quickly changed her address.

“The Gaskells‘ annual banquet is on the fifth and will be held at Imperial Hotel. We’re looking forward to your presence.”

Queenie offered the invitation with both hands as she spoke.

She had always been wary of Bernard in the past, especially when she knew of the Killians shares he was set to inherit. So, no matter how arrogant she usually was, she would humble herself before him.

at her and the invitation. However, he did not accept it. He simply strode away,

whether to attend based on his schedule,” Douglas said as he

stood frozen, her smile

because she hadn’t delivered the invitation personally and hadn’t been sincere enough. Now, she realized it wasn’t about that at all. He simply disliked the Gaskells

the elevator, Douglas said while looking at the invitation, “The Gaskells‘ annual banquet is at the same time and place as

his eyes as a mocking smile appeared on his face.

Then let’s prepare a big gift for the Everetts.”

silently pray for the

day of

background in the banquet hall on the Imperial Hotel’s third floor, where distinguished guests mingled around a lavish feast.

in hand, greeting guests.

“Mr. and Mrs. Gaskell, Dean Ludden’s family of

wondered if Andrew

were representing the Luddens since all three of then

significant honor for the Gaskells that the Luddens, one of the four influential

the elevator to personally greet them, not forgetting to call

in arm.

what an honor to have you