Chapter 170


    Chapter 170


    “Mr. Chadwick, long time no see.” Herman strolled up with a slick grin, the epitome of a businessman


    who knew when topromise.


    “Mr. Sawyer, you’re looking quite chipper, a Inte–in–life baby is indeed cause for celebration,” Howard


    said with a subdued expression.


    The jibe took the wind out of Heman’s sails, his smile fading as he replied, “It’s nothing to write home


    about”


    Gwendolyn watched curiously.


    Herman’s unexpected paternity had to mean it wasn’t Gemma’s child. It must be another scandal


    wrapped in swaddling clothes.


    She wondered what Gemma was feeling now.


    After all the trouble to secure that health regimen, Herman had gone and fathered a child with his


    mistress.


    “Mr. Chadwick and Mr. Sawyer!” Eaton jogged out, breaking the tension. “What an honor to have you


    both! Please,e this way.”


    Hemman showed his flexibility, letting Howard take the lead.


    “After you, Mr. Sawyer.”


    Howard politely ushered him forward, his am casually encircling Gwendolyn’s wrist as they walked side


    by side toward the grand banquet hall..


    With Vivien trailing behind, her gaze lingering suggestively on Howard’s retreating figure, determined to


    make him hers tonight.


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    The group made their entrance into thevishly decorated hall.


    “Mr. Chadwick!”


    “Such an honor to have you, Mr. Chadwick!”


    “Gwendolyn, we seldom see you at these gatherings. As an apprentice to such a renowned healer, you


    shoulde out of your shell


    Surrounded by the elite, both Howard and Gwendolyn became the center of attention. One was a CEO


    of Summit Corp, the other was a sought–after apprentice to a reputed healing guru.


    Unustomed to such treatment, Gwendolyn blushed at the exaggeratedpliments, clearly


    overwhelmed.)


    Howard, sensing her difort, drew her closer as if shielding her.


    “Excuse us, she’s a bit shy, he announced, nearly tucking her under his arm, as the crowd parted like


    butter under a hot knife.


    They were seated at the head table, a clear sign of the Peterson family’s favor, while Herman and


    Vivien found themselves among the other guests. Vivien’s re could have bored holes into


    Gwendolyn’s back.


    “Keep it together” Herman hissed. “Mind the asion.”


    “L.” Vivien huffed in discontent, envying Gwendolyn her good fortune.


    Herman, ever the schemer, whispered, Tve lined up some suitable matches for you tonight. There are


    families who are quite interested You could chat and see who catches your eye.”


    He was eager to marry Vivien off, especially after the Chadwick family had so readily agreed to call off


    the previous engagement Warren had been amenable, but Farrah had been venomous in her


    objections.


    As for Bainbridge, he was now a lost cause, drowning his sorrows in drink.


    “Fine.” Vivien feigned agreement while inwardly scoffing. Who at this party could hold a candle to


    Howard?


    “Dad, I’m going to freshen up,” she cooed, standing up.


    “Alright.”


    Preupied withworking, Herman didn’t give it much thought. The Sawyer family had taken a hit


    during the Chadwick Group’s internal strife, and now he had to swallow his pride and schmooze with


    the very rich man he once disdained


    Vivien, clutching her clutch, slipped out to the dimly lit garden, the streetlights casting a soft glow.


    Following the path, she soon spotted a young man in a crisp tuxedo.


    “It’s you, isn’t it?” she approached and asked.


    “Ms. Sawyer,” he greeted her with a respectful nod.


    Vivien looked him up and down and chuckled oddly to herself.


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