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

decide whether to attend based on his schedule,” Douglas said

stood frozen, her

was because she hadn’t delivered the invitation personally

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

as a mocking smile

prepare a big gift for the

silently pray

the day of

played in the background in the banquet hall on the Imperial Hotel’s third floor, where distinguished guests

the bustling scene with champagne in hand, greeting guests. Their faces

moment, their assistant approached and reminded them, “Mr. and

wondered if Andrew and his

representing the Luddens since all

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

personally greet them, not forgetting to call

in arm. Christopher followed behind them. The family of three was dressed elegantly and carried themselves with grace.

Christopher, what an honor