Chapter 760

“Aaron,” Marilla gazed at the man, her doe eyes sparkling like they were washed with spring water.

The sight of Aaron, with his unexpected presence, instantly dissolved her anxiety. Beside Aaron stood an elegant and proud woman, Suri, Aaron’s mother.

Marilla’s heart leaped into her throat. Mr. Bartley, a seasoned politician, was known for his diplomatic prowess, something Marilla had overheard from her mother Elspeth.

Given that, if Mr. Bartley invited people of the Abernathy family, it was highly unlikely that he would also invite those from the Ashbourne family. That would be like putting two tigers on one mountain!

Sure enough, the Bartleys‘ expressions darkened, and Frederic’s face turned stormy.

Mr. Bartley, red–faced and awkward, stammered, “Mr. Frederic Abernathy, this – this was unforeseen. We did not send an invitation to the Ashbournes.”

Frederic offered a sardonic smile and waved his hand dismissively, “It’s no matter. We’re in your home, Mr. Bartley. Such trifles need not concern me.”

The Bartleys were sweating bullets. Anyone with eyes could see Mr. Abernathy was not pleased.

Whispers arose among the guests.

“My, who is that striking man standing with Mrs. Suri Ashbourne? He’s a vision!”

“Such poise, such spirit! If only I had a daughter, I’d be knocking on their door for a marriage proposal!”

“Dream on! That gentleman is the rarely seen Mr. Aaron Ashbourne. Since the unfortunate demise of the fifth son in a plane crash, Aaron has become Suri’s sole treasure. She’ll be picky about her baby boy’s bride.”

buzzed,

Aaron in a new light,

thought Mr. Alston Bartley was a catch,

Bartleys might hold local sway, but they’re no match for a

the corners of his eyes as his hands clenched in the shadows. Tonight, to appease his mother, Aaron had donned

fidgeting like a monkey?” Suri pinched her son’s waist without changing her expression,

steal a glance at Marilla. Their eyes met, and she beamed,

the joy of spring had poured into his

you here?” Zachary approached the

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But he knew all too well that his mother had long been cast out of the Bright family, and these

skies, and the earth may hold the land, but they can’t stop my feet. I go where 1 please.”

guests whispered among themselves, speculating on the Brights‘ strained family

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running as usual, “As far

cold fury, but before he could shot back, Suri, ever the diplomat, cut in with a smile, “Oh, then I must ask the mayor what happened. Did Mr. Bartley forget that I

the accidental target, choked on his drink, coughing uncontrollably.

gaze, “Tonight, I represent the Ashbourne family, accompanied by my son to join the gaiety. Surely Mr. and Mrs.

“We assumed, since we invited Mr. Bright, your family would

to her original family affairs. I’m no longer associated with the Bright family. So, if there is a next time, please send your invitation

“Enough, Suri.”

voice tense, “Must you make

a scene? With you? Who do you think you are?” Suri turned away with a scoff, “If it weren’t for you pressing my buttons, I wouldn’t waste words or even a glance on you. Zachary, you should know, of all the Bright family, the person

twitched, his breath constricted, and the feeling of being humiliated

matter how he presented himself, Suri remained indifferent to his advances. Her heart seemed to belong to Emeric

living room was transformed into a dazzling ballroom. Truth be told, this was also a ploy by the Bartleys to create a meeting opportunity for their son and

the air, guests paired up and began to dance

was deep in conversation with Frederic when Suri approached, her gait steady and confident, wearing a faint smile, “Mr. Bartley, pardon the interruption, but I have a matter

on his glass tightened. That woman was completely disregarding him!

Bartley, fully aware of Suri’s significance, promptly stood up, “Of course, please

turned to leave, Suri glanced back at Frederic with a cold, mocking smile curling her lips, like

the parlour, Mr. Bartley ordered some fine tea to be brought in and asked with a congenial

elegantly, “I hear you’re planning an engagement between your son

perked up at the mention, “Yes! We’ve even set

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