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?!”

they all seemed to see Aaron in a new light, as if he was glowing

thought Mr. Alston Bartley was a catch, but next to

is the son of Chairman Ashbourne and Suri Bright. The Bartleys might hold local sway, but they’re no match

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

son’s waist without changing her

at Marilla. Their eyes met, and she beamed, waving at

joy of spring had poured

you here?” Zachary approached

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the Bright family, and these so–called relatives hadn’t lifted

may rule the skies, and the earth may hold the

guests whispered among themselves, speculating on

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running as usual, “As

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 am part of the Bright family,

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

gaze, “Tonight, I represent the Ashbourne family, accompanied by my son

rushed to smooth things over, her face all smiles, “We assumed, since we

a frosty smile, “A daughter married off couldn’t tend to her original family affairs. I’m no longer associated with the

“Enough, Suri.”

tense, “Must you make a scene in front of everyone?”

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 I despise most isn’t the father

the feeling of being humiliated once again intensified!

a long way, growing from strength to strength. Yet no matter how hard he tried, no matter how he presented

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

paired up and began to dance gracefully in the

“Mr. Bartley, pardon the interruption, but I have a matter to discuss with you in private, if

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

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

a cold, mocking smile curling her lips, like a sharp claw leaving a scratch on his heart.

fine tea to be brought in and asked with a congenial smile, “Mrs. Ashbourne, what

an engagement between your son and Ms.

at the mention, “Yes! We’ve even set a date, the fifteenth of next month!”

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