Lauren watched as Landon left. She stood there until she could no longer see his car’s tail lights.

Angelina walked to her side. “Madam Lauren.”

“Yes?” Lauren turned to look at her.

“Thank you for speaking up for me today. Thank you.” Angelina felt a surge of emotions. Tears welled up in her eyes.

She started working for Landon when she was young. In her youth, she worked as his helper. She then became his secretary- cum-bodyguard when she got older.

She was someone who received strict training. She also suffered through difficult times. She was frigid and apathetic toward everyone other than Landon.

Unexpectedly, Lauren’s appearance allowed her to feel the warmth of a family. This was something that she had never experienced before. She was moved beyond words.

Lauren was her employer. However, Angelina loved her like how she would a younger sister. “| know that you’ve worked hard, Angie.”

Lauren held Angelina’s calloused hand. Lauren’s hand was warm. With a twinkle in her eyes, she said, “You’re always thinking of Landon. Even if he doesn’t see it, | do. These are still your kind intentions. He shouldn’t let you down like that.”

to speak but couldn’t find any words to say. So, she

that night. He had invited all their family members to join. As he was the head of the family, the others didn’t dare

didn’t get along with him, they decided to play along. They complied albeit pretentiously. Landon waltzed into the dining room. Cornelius, Preston, Sylvia,

Grandpa.” Landon smiled slightly. He sat down

been a while since Penelope saw Landon. Her eyes lit up with joy when she saw

a wild child. He lived like an outlaw and was disrespectful toward his family members. Whenever

Landon ripped off a leg of lamb and started gnawing

behaved just like a

a leader. He resembled his father in many ways. It

least you

mood. “But you should get here earlier next time. You don’t want your elders to be waiting for

time.” “Hey, Landon is now a pillar

position. He turned green with envy when he saw Landon. He smiled superficially and said, “He’s the soon-to-be president

Once he’s appointed, I’ll

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255