Alondra tugged at her husband’s arm fiercely. “Don’t you dare…” she warned. Instead of going over to greet his daughter, Maxwell could only reluctantly stay put with his wife.

“How dare the poor pauper siblings show up at such a prestigious event?” Alana whispered to Alondra.

“Exactly!” Alondra rolled her eyes. “They should be grateful that they can still afford the basic things in life ever since they got banished from the family. They shouldn’t even think to show up here,” she sneered.

“Perhaps they showed up for attention,” Alana snickered. “We both know Emmeline loves the limelight!”

“Mr. Ryker,” Emmeline smiled politely as she made her way toward Abel. “You’re here!” She was dressed in a smart white blouse and blue jeans, looking fresh and bright.

“I didn’t think I’d see you here,” Abel greeted in return, with a hint of surprise in his voice.

“Well, I must try to get hold of some business opportunities out there so I can make some money to pay back your generous loan,” Emmeline joked lightheartedly with a twinkle in her eye, stirring something in Abel. He knew the woman was flirting with him, but truthfully… he enjoyed it. The feisty woman certainly knew how to get his attention.

this moment, someone made an announcement at the doorway. “The acting CEO

it’s Benjamin

who is he exactly? Why hasn’t he shown

escorting Benjamin York into the room. The Rykers were the richest family conglomerate in all of Struyria, followed closely by Adelmar Group with Benjamin York at the Helm. Adelmar Group’s business had risen and grown meteorically in recent years with Benjamin York at the helm, so the Rykers could not

exuded an androgynous vibe. He had a playful, cunning quality to him, like the sort of person who would speak in riddles just for fun. He smirked lightly as soon as he spotted Abel Ryker and walked

name as Ms. Wonder Doctor’s assistant. Instead, Benjamin gently raised a palm toward Emmeline, motioning for her to place her hand in his. She looked a little shy, knowing that everyone’s eyes were on

hall as the crowd watched on in shock.

in life – good liquor and beautiful women,” Benjamin smiled cheekily. “Please forgive

say the same thing in front of any

honest than most of my kind,” Benjamin replied to Emmeline before finally turning toward Abel, extending his arm. “My apologies, Mr. Ryker. I could not help myself in the presence of a

in. “But you should learn to wait for your turn, brother,” Abel

see,” Benjamin nodded, looking at Emmeline

Benjamin, but Benjamin

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