Chapter 201 The Reputation Of Finnegan

The banquet officially began.

Although Soren wasn’t fond of grand celebrations, Jeremiah and William invited many guests, arranging more than thirty tables for the occasion.

Shortly after the feast began, guests started presenting birthday gifts.

Representing the Langdon family, Mandy gifted a customized calligraphy set. While not extravagantly priced, Soren appreciated the thoughtful gesture.

Influential figures like Gilbert and Winston also presented modest yet practical gifts.

None of these items were particularly expensive as they recognized Soren’s preference for usefulness over opulence.

Indeed, Soren was very pleased with the birthday gifts. So thoughtful of you. Thank you!”

As the number of guests giving gifts dwindled, Bruce, who had deliberately waited until now, shot Timothy a look.

The latter understood and approached with an exquisite wooden box.

Feeling the gaze of everyone, Timothy stood tall and confident.

When he reached the main table, he gave à slight bow. “Old Mr. Caulder, this is a birthday gift from the Jadeborough Zimmermans-a two-hundred-year-old snowleaf worth three million. I wish you good health and happiness in life.”

Millicent proudly remarked, “So far, our family’s gift is the most expensive. Old Mr. Caulder will surely be delighted.”

However, the smiling Soren suddenly became serious and waved his hand, saying, “This item is too valuable. Take it back.”

Huh?

The unexpected rejection left everyone bewildered.

Millicent, wanting to make a splash, was particularly dumbfounded.

Is this old man out of his mind? Why is he rejecting a snowleaf worth three million?

Only now did Finnegan notice them.

A mischievous grin played on the edges of his lips. “Are the Zimmermans really that ostentatious?”

The birthday gifts presented to Soren are merely a token of kind gesture, yet the Zimmermans opted for something extravagant. Do they not realize that Soren, with his standing, values sentiment over material extravagance?

Myla coldly remarked, “It might be tacky, and my grandpa won’t like it. Still, it’s better than some people coming empty-handed, right?”

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was a subtle dig at Finnegan.

Finnegan pretended not to hear, causing Myla to get

loss, unsure

Mr. Caulder, I know you don’t lack these things,

remained firm. “I appreciate your gesture, but this snowleaf is too precious.

it.”

Mr. Caulder, but-”

it

turned awkward. Bruce and Timothy’s cheeks

her anger rising

a gift rejected, especially in public, was

the amused and mocking looks from many guests, Millicent

cursed Soren a dozen

Desmond cautiously spoke as the Zimmerman family was about to become the subject of

the latter was seated at the

he responded

Zimmerman related

was piqued. “She’s my

stood up and warmly extended his

turned wide. “You are Finnegan’s dad?”

looked at the people sitting with Desmond in

sit

She muttered to herself, “How is this possible? Isn’t Finnegan’s

off guard that he momentarily forgot

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“Are you in-laws?

hand and beamed happily. “His granddaughter. Bernice, just got engaged

initial reluctance

said, “So, you’re the family of Finn’s fiancée. If that’s the case, I’ll accept the gift. Have a

scat!”

expression passed over Bruce’s face.

Coulder family? Why didn’t Patrick

was all thanks to Finnegan. Otherwise, Soren would still refuse to accept gifts, let alone allow him to sit at

out what was happening. Desmond

no choice but to let Timothy leave first. He greeted the

sit at the

what’s going

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