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Chris encountered Marco entering with tea just as he was leaving the living room. He swiftly departed, vanishing
before his father could utter a word.
Marco sighed and topped up Fleur's tea. He approached her with a smile. "Why the serious face, my dear? I
thought you'd already—"
"Already what?" She glared at him.
"Nothing, nothing," he stammered. "I mean, isn't it better to give him what he wants? He's like a block of wood.
When have you seen him interested in a girl? It's a rare occurrence that he's finally opening up, so let's not argue
with him!"
"What do you know?!" She punched him. "I have my own plan. Stop being nosy!"
"Hehe!" He chuckled. "Aren't you just worried she'll steal your spotlight once they're married? Don't fret, my dear.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtYou'll always be the queen at home!"
"Go away!"
She remained stubborn but had a smile in her eyes.
Marco settled onto the couch, and she casually put her legs on him, coaxing him to give her a massage. He smiled,
his eyes filled with allure.
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Lena sensed Fleur's disapproval after their meeting. She contemplated it, understanding the Hamertons wouldn't
look favorably upon a common family, especially one rooted in the underworld.
If she persisted in the relationship, it would only complicate things for Chris.
Lena widened her eyes in shock at her own realization.
"Are you really giving up?" asked Lina.
"Of course not," Lena smiled, but her eyes betrayed a hint of gloom. "I'll stay by his side as long as he doesn't give
up on me, but... If he can't handle the pressure one day and chooses to give up, I won't blame him. I'll quietly step
away so he won't feel burdened."
Lina empathized with her, realizing that sensible kids often didn't get what they deserved. She hoped Lena would
receive the happiness she deserved, considering the tough first 20 years of her life.
Lina held Lena's hands, and the latter gradually calmed down.
"Tell me about that day. Where did you meet?" Lina asked.
"Splendor Hotel."
Lina started to understand the situation. "Did you have fish on the table?"
Lena was taken aback, recalling the exquisite fish.
"Was it Sterlet Sturgeon?" Lina smiled. "That fish is specially raised in the pond beneath Hamerton Residence. They
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmserve it only to esteemed guests!"
"What?" Lena was shocked. An esteemed guest? Could it be her?
"And what about dessert?" Lina continued. "Did you have a fruit tart?"
Lena hesitated.
Judging by Lena's reaction, Lina had a hunch.
It appeared the situation was not dire. Moreover, Zuko had spoken to Fleur beforehand. Their conversation seemed
to have worked.
Chris' parents had treated Lena to a dinner they would reserve for their future daughter-in-law.
"Don't fret, Lena," Lina reassured, patting her hand. "It shows that she approves of you! She wouldn't have chosen
Splendor for your dinner if she didn't care about you.
"And the fruit tart is a Hamerton tradition. It symbolizes fertility and is prepared by the head chef of the Hamerton
Group's hotels. They serve it exclusively to Hamerton daughters-in-law!"
Lena was stunned. "Really?"
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