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.”

crowd buzzed, “Aaron?!”

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

unfair! I thought Mr. Alston Bartley was a catch, but next

Ashbourne and Suri Bright. The Bartleys might hold local sway, but they’re no match for a

his smile fixed in the corners of his eyes as his hands clenched in the shadows. Tonight, to appease his mother, Aaron had donned the very type of suit he abhorred. It felt like a straitjacket, and he kept

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

but managed to steal a glance at Marilla. Their eyes met, and she beamed, waving at him in

of spring had poured into his eyes, creating ripples in

Zachary

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

earth may hold the land, but they

guests whispered among themselves, speculating on the Brights‘

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Chapter 760

invited guests.” Warner followed, his mouth running as usual, “As far as

smile, “Oh, then I must ask the mayor what happened. Did Mr. Bartley forget that I

accidental target, choked

does it matter if I’m part of the Bright family or not?” Suri looked at Mr. Bartley with an inscrutable gaze, “Tonight, I represent the Ashbourne family, accompanied by my son to join

since we invited Mr. Bright, your family would

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

“Enough, Suri.”

voice tense, “Must you make

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

his breath constricted, and the feeling of being

the Bright family had come a long way, growing from strength to strength. Yet no matter how hard he tried, no matter how he presented himself, Suri remained indifferent to his advances. Her heart seemed to belong to Emeric Ashbourne, who never even took proper notice of her.

ballroom. Truth be told, this was also a ploy by the Bartleys to create a meeting opportunity

melodious music filled the air, guests paired up and began to dance gracefully in the

confident, wearing a faint smile, “Mr. Bartley, pardon the interruption, but I have a matter to discuss with you

his glass tightened. That

promptly stood up, “Of course, please follow

cold, mocking smile curling her lips, like a sharp claw leaving

and asked with a congenial smile, “Mrs. Ashbourne, what brings

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

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

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