Chapter 203
They arrived at the dining room, but another servant came and whispered something to Mr. Jackson.
Mr. Jackson nodded. “Let him in.” He looked at Elijah and Leanna. “We have another guest.” He smiled. “A minute, please.”
One of the servants led the guest in, and Leanna was surprised to see him. “Mr. Morris?”
William looked at her and nodded. “Miss McKinney.”
Mr. Jackson asked, “You know each other?”
Leanna wanted to say something, but she had no idea how to answer.
William smiled and stepped in to rescue her. “We’ve met before.”
“I see. Fate works in magical ways.” Mr. Jackson introduced William and Elijah to each other.
“Your reputation precedes you, Mr. Parker. As young and successful as I thought you’d be,” William said.
Elijah shook his hand. “Hello, Mr. Morris,” he said.
Mr. Jackson laughed. “Well, don’t just stand there. Sit.”
Right after they took their seats, another servant hurried inside and whispered something to Mr. Jackson. This time, the old gentleman looked surprised. “Why is he here?”
William said, “I invited him.”
Mr. Jackson nodded and raised his hand, telling the servant to invite the new guest inside.
As they chatted, William suddenly gave Leanna an apologetic look. “I’m so sorry, Miss McKinney. I had no idea you were here.”
but he said
identity of the guest he invited, but she could guess who it was. This is
see Leanna around, so he stared at her for a
was a little uneasy with that stare, so she
took the seat across from Leanna. He still looked as inscrutable as
have had this many guests here. It’s an honor. I see everyone’s acquainted.
raised his glass. “I’m sorry
you you can come whenever you want, didn’t
“I didn’t know you’re acquainted with Mr.
met at a
he felt familiar when
but
heard that the Zielinskies are harassing Mr. Parker lately. Even came to see Mr. Jackson for that. So,
So he’s starting
said, “It’s settled, but thanks for
see you put in a lot of effort
“Just doing my job.”
Jackson coughed. “Yes, yes. It’s settled, so let’s brush it aside. It’s a family dinner, so let’s talk about
see. May I ask a personal question then, Mr.
at him defiantly.
tension in the air. It felt like something would go
getting any younger. Shouldn’t you find a partner by
“You first.”
almost gone. But I still have no idea how to
of a hurry. I don’t want you
choked on the last
back
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