Chapter 1142


    Chapter 1142 You Are Invited To Our Wedding


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    Just as Avery had anticipated, representatives from the Bartitsu Association indeed came knocking on


    their door that very night.


    This time, it wasn’t arge crowd that appeared but a single old man.


    At first nce, there didn’t seem to be anything particrly remarkable about the old man, as he


    appeared quite ordinary.


    However, his eyes were like those of a hawk, with a gaze so sharp it was startling.


    A single nce from him was enough to instill fear in anyone.


    Upon seeing him, Avery, showing a rare level of respect, greeted him warmly, “Mr. Pierce.”


    The old man nodded, his voice raspy and deep. “Mr. Cox, it’s been a while since west met.”


    Avery chuckled. “Indeed, despite not seeing you for a while, you look as energetic as ever.”


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    After exchanging pleasantries, he turned to Neera and introduced, “Neera, this is someone close to the


    president.”


    Close to the president? He must be some sort of assistant.


    Neera formed a rough idea in her mind and greeted politely, “Hello, Mr. Pierce, it’s a pleasure to meet


    you. My name is Neera.”


    Naturally, Herbert knew who she was. He scrutinized her from head to toe, his expression inscrutable.


    “Well, you’re quite a pretty little girl.”


    Neera responded modestly yet confidently. “You tter me.”


    However, Herbert’s attitude soon took a drastic turn. His tone suddenly became serious, and he began


    to interrogate her.


    “I heard that there was a bit of a hup during the inauguration of the new family head today. Mr.


    McClure personally intervened, openly supporting your ascension. May I ask, what is your rtionship


    with Lordsworth Estate?”


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    Neera felt rm bells ringing in her head. The unprecedented sense of pressure triggered a chill down


    her spine.


    The old man gave off an extremely threatening aura, like a venomous snake ready to strike at any


    moment. It felt as if one could lose their life in an instant, a clear indication that he was not someone to


    be trifled with.


    Nevertheless, Neera steeled herself, maintaining a strong front and keeping herposure.


    She had prepared an exnation ahead of time, and now, she exined it with an apparent calmness.


    “The truth is, there’s no real connection. It’s only today that I’ve fully understood the situation. I’m a


    doctor, and I once inadvertently saved the Lord of Phison. However, he didn’t reveal his identity at the


    time.”


    To lighten the tense atmosphere, she let out a softugh, her tone easing slightly.


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    “To be honest, I was quite startled when Mr. McClure showed up today. I thought he was here to cause


    trouble. If he hadn’t rified, I’d probably still be in the dark.”


    Herbert seemed skeptical. “Is this really true? I find it quite puzzling. What are the odds that you would


    save the Lord of Phison out of so many people? Do you know the consequences of lying? If we find out


    that you’re not telling the truth, the three hundred members of the Gordon family will pay the price for


    your mistake and be killed alongside with you.”


    As he spoke, he tightened his grip on the coffee cup he was holding, crushing it into pieces.


    He then tossed the broken porcin pieces onto the coffee table with a nonchnt air. Despite his


    unchanging expression, his gaze subsequently sharpened.


    Startled by the turn of events, Neera’s heart skipped a beat.


    At that moment, Avery stepped forward to speak up for her.


    “Mr. Pierce, there’s something you’re not aware of. Neera is actually my fiancée. As her fiancé, I can


    vouch for her. Apart from the incidental rescue of the Lord of Phison, she indeed has no connection


    with Lordsworth Estate. I can guarantee this on the Cox family’s name.”


    As soon as those words were spoken, Neera couldn’t help but give Avery aplex look.


    Invoking the name of the entire Cox family as a guarantee was a heavy burden to bear.


    However, at the moment, she couldn’t say a thing.


    If she refuted him, her credibility in front of Herbert would bepletely lost.


    When that happens, the Gordon family would be put in danger.


    Nheless, Herbert wasn’t easily fooled. Upon hearing that, he sniggered in response, still not


    entirely convinced.


    “Is that so? As far as I know, although the Gordon and Cox families have a marriage alliance, it’s


    merely a verbal. agreement. It doesn’t really count.”


    “You’re overthinking it. I’ve already nned to propose to Neera. In fact, I left Phison with the intention


    of asking for her hand in marriage. Look, I even brought her back with me.”


    Avery spoke with conviction as if he was stating a fact. Then, he threw the question back at Herbert.


    “Mr. Pierce, you wouldn’t doubt the Cox family’s loyalty to the guild, would you?”


    Herbert squinted his eyes, staring at Avery for a long while as if to confirm whether his words were true.


    Finally, he said, “It had better be that way. The president has ordered that the Gordon family must be


    elected as the district president. No mishaps are allowed. You understand what I mean, right?”


    Averyughed and said, “Rest assured this is the truth. During the engagement banquet, I hope you


    can honor us with your presence and join Neera and me for the celebration.”


    Herbert seemed satisfied. “Of course. I will definitely attend your engagement ceremony.


    After saying what needed to be said, he didn’t wait long before getting up and leaving.