The Billionaire’s Maid Bride

Chapter 12

Allison acted as cool as a cucumber, and she didn’t even dare lay her eyes on Jason.

At this point, Lucian went up to her, dipped his head slightly and introduced her to his family, “Penelope, this is my aunt, Cora Lindberg–Hamilton.”

Allison greeted her in a slightly raspy voice, “Hello, Auntie.”

She intentionally lowered her voice. Although she couldn’t perfectly imitate Penelope’s voice, it could pass in this noisy environment.

Allison had heard of Cora Lindberg–Hamilton from Christopher. She was a tough cookie who knew all the right moves. Her husband, Mr. Brummett, had been under the weather and resting while she single–handedly ran the company with flying colors. She was sharp as a

tack.

Allison’s careful demeanor made Cora Lindberg–Hamilton think that this ‘Penelope‘ was very polite and obedient.

She nodded approvingly and said, “Mmm, Lucian, since you’ve popped the question, you better treat Penelope right.”

took a swig of his drink, then said to Allison

felt like her heart leaped into her throat

a wine glass, the other hanging

word, which Lucian thought was due to the unpleasant dinner they had last time. He figured Penelope was still holding a grudge, so

with a glint in his eye,

drawn–out tone made Allison shudder involuntarily, which made her spill her wine all

Her face turned a shade paler, she quickly put down her glass and apologized, “I need to step out for

to the dressing room without

Jason just shrugged innocently, “Lucian, I didn’t do anything.” But his

her liquor; she might have had one too many. I’ll go check on her.”

hold the fort here. You should be with her.” Cora

and headed towards the dressing

Allison had made it to the dressing room, but her nerves

had figured

here any

change out of her dress and make a swift exit while no one