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.

hear, causing Myla to get a little annoyed.

at a loss, unsure how to respond.

to approach them. “Old Mr. Caulder, I know you don’t lack these things, but after all, it’s a token of goodwill from the

firm. “I appreciate your gesture, but this snowleaf is too precious. I won’t take

it.”

Mr. Caulder, but-”

it

instantly turned awkward. Bruce and Timothy’s cheeks flushed with embarrassment.

rising in her

a gift rejected, especially in

Millicent wished she could find a hole to

heart, she cursed Soren a

Group” Desmond cautiously spoke as the Zimmerman

the latter was seated at the main table.

responded

is Bernice Zimmerman related to you?”

curiosity was piqued. “She’s my

exclaimed. Confirming Bruce’s identity, he quickly stood up and warmly extended his hand for a handshake. “I’m Desmond

“You are Finnegan’s

looked at the people sitting with

to sit

dropped open in shock. She muttered to herself, “How is this possible? Isn’t

caught off guard that he momentarily forgot to react.

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“Are you

firmly shook Bruce’s hand and beamed happily. “His granddaughter. Bernice, just got engaged to Finny We’re

initial reluctance disappeared.

of Finn’s fiancée. If that’s

scat!”

complex expression passed over Bruce’s face.

and the Coulder family? Why

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

was happening. Desmond had already dragged him

but to let Timothy leave first. He greeted the people present

the privilege to sit at the same table with Gilbert and

what’s going

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