Chapter 262\u00a0<\/p>\n
Racked with guilt for ever doubting her, Finley managed to say, \u201cMom\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was just that one word, he couldn\u2019t bring himself to say more.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vivica understood his meaning and suppressed her suspicions, choosing to believe Larissa\u2019s words were just a ploy to drive a wedge between them.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Satisfied that she had planted a seed of discord in Vivica\u2019s family, Larissa turned back with a smile. \u201cZendar, Luther, Kimberly, let me show you to another table.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cOf course,\u201d the three of them replied in unison.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa scanned the banquet hall, then turned to her new parents. \u201cMom, it looks like all of our guests have arrived. You and Dad should take your seats. The engagement ceremony will be starting soon.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sapphira and Neville nodded. \u201cAlright.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Larissa then smiled at Kiernan. \u201cGrandpa, I\u2019ll be back as soon as I get Zendar and the others settled.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Kiernan waved her off. \u201cGo on.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Watching Larissa\u2019s retreating back, Honora dug her nails into her palms. Go on and gloat, Larissa. You won\u2019t be smiling for much longer.\u00a0<\/p>\n
As the start of the ceremony drew near, Finley scanned the crowd, searching for Draven. He was anxious to see what scheme Draven had cooked up for the evening using the information he had provided.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He didn\u2019t spot Draven, but at the table where Larissa was seating the three powerful magnates, he saw an unexpected face.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Mr. Lawson, from the Regal City\u2019s largest auction house.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finley was stunned. What was he doing at a table for Larissa\u2019s personal guests?\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThank you so much for the invitation tonight, Ms. Judson!\u201d Mr. Lawson exclaimed, rising respectfully from his seat as Larissa approached.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He knew this trip was worth it. The engagement party was a who\u2019s who of the city\u2019s elite. Just the three people next to her were figures most people never had the chance to meet. He owed this entire experience to Larissa\u2019s generosity.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t mention it,\u201d Larissa said with a gracious smile. \u201cIn the future, I\u2019ll be counting on your help with my business in Regal City.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cAbsolutely, of course!\u201d Mr. Lawson said, flattered.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He leaned in closer and lowered his voice. \u201cFinley saw me. He clearly has no idea why I\u2019m one of your invited guests.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa stifled a laugh. \u201cLet him wonder. It will give him something to do tonight.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Mr. Lawson chuckled at that.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Chapter 262\u00a0<\/p>\n
After Zendar sat down next to his son, Solon, he clapped him firmly on the shoulder. \u201cSo, son, have you been taking good care of Larissa here in Regal City?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Solon gave a wry smile. \u201cI\u2019d like to, but you know Larissa. She\u2019s so capable she never gives me a chance to step in. Besides, there\u2019s someone much better suited for that job now.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
He gestured toward Haskell.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Haskell smiled. \u201cEven I need Larissa to give me a chance.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Zendar joined in the teasing. \u201cThat\u2019s true. These days, you have to get in line if you want to take care of Larissa.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa couldn\u2019t help but laugh. \u201cZendar, you\u2019re exaggerating.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Once the laughter subsided, Zendar grew more serious. \u201cLarissa, we weren\u2019t sure what to get you as a gift. We figured you already have everything you could ever want, no matter how precious. So, Kimberly, Luther, and I decided to grant you one request\u2013anything within our power.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa didn\u2019t hesitate. \u201cIn that case, I\u2019ll take you up on that. My grandfather promised me that if Paxton doesn\u2019t produce results in six months, my father will take over Judson Pharmaceuticals. When that happens, Zendar, I\u2019m hoping to partner with the medicinal herb cultivation base you\u2019ve developed.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Chapter 263\u00a0<\/p>\n
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