The Quadruplets Are Mine?

Chapter 22

Alondra tugged at her husband’s arm fiercely. “Don’t you dare…” she warned. Instead of going over to greet his daughter, Maxwell could only reluctantly stay put with his wife.

“How dare the poor pauper siblings show up at such a prestigious event?” Alana whispered to Alondra.

“Exactly!” Alondra rolled her eyes. “They should be grateful that they can still afford the basic things in life ever since they got banished from the family. They shouldn’t even think to show up here, she sneered.

“Perhaps they showed up for attention,” Alana snickered. “We both know Emmeline loves the limelight!”

“Mr. Ryker,” Emmeline smiled politely as she made her way toward Abel. “You’re here!” She was dressed in a

smart white blouse and blue jeans, looking fresh and bright,

“I didn’t think I’d see you here,” Abel greeted in return, with a hint of surprise in his voice.

“Well, I must try to get hold of some business opportunities out there so I can make some money to pay back your generous loan,” Emmeline joked lightheartedly with a twinkle in her eye, stirring something in Abel. He knew the woman was flirting with him, but truthfully… he enjoyed it. The feisty woman certainly knew how to get his attention.

an announcement at the doorway. “The acting

right, it’s Benjamin

exactly? Why hasn’t

were spotted escorting Benjamin York into the room, The Rykers were the richest family conglomerate in all of Struyria, followed closely by Adelmar Group with

sort of person who would speak in riddles just for fun. He smirked lightly as soon as

a palm toward Emmeline, motioning for her to place her hand in his. She looked a little shy, knowing that everyone’s eyes were on

hall as the crowd watched on in shock. How did Emmeline

two things worthy of high praise in life – good liquor and beautiful women,” Benjamin smiled cheekily. “Please forgive my forwardness, Ms.

of any beautiful woman? Yourself included, Mr. York.”

Abel, extending his arm. “My apologies, Mr. Ryker. I could not help myself in the

the shoulder, pulling him in. “But you should learn to wait for your turn, brother,” Abel whispered in

nodded, looking at Emmeline

family ambled over toward Benjamin, but Benjamin swiftly

Hackett family.

a second time. Maxwell extended his hands from afar to catch Benjamin’s attention. To Alondra’s pleasure, Benjamin seemed to return his warm gesture as he walked toward Alondra and Maxwell with open arms. Louise Corporation means something to the