Chapter 484


    The girl was startled by Alivia’s imposing presence, sweat beads quickly forming on her forehead.


    Having made a sarcastic remark towards Alivia in such a setting, she knew her days ahead would be


    anything but easy.


    A flicker of amusement crossed Alivia’s eyes – such impulsive fools were destined to be mere cannon


    fodder. She rose gracefully, cradling a cup of water in her hands. “Grandpa, uncles, Max was injured


    recently and isn’t in the best of health, so he’s not really up for moving around much. He’s only here


    tonight to support Michael, so he won’t be joining in the toasts. He just messaged me toe over, so


    I’ll go and take this cup of water to them. You all enjoy your meal,” she said with thoughtful


    consideration.


    Each word subtly hinted at her close rtionship with Max.


    A glint of satisfaction shone in Jose’s eyes as he chuckled, “You’re not even married into the family yet,


    and already you’re talking for them. Go ahead, and remind him to take it easy.” Given his close


    rtionship with Michael, Jose was well aware of Max’s injury.


    After stepping out of the room, Alivia smiled and paused to send a message to Austin. She and Tessa


    were friends, or at least that was what it seemed to others. And Austin, being Tessa’s father, had


    always shown his fondness for her in subtle ways.


    The Rond family, one of the four major families in Beaconsfield, owed much of their stability to the


    early support from the Clements family. Thanks to Andrew’s friendship with both Max and Kenzo, the


    Ronds had indeed gained significant advantages.


    On the surface, they were on equal footing with the other families, but in reality, the Ronds were a


    step below the rest. Now, it was time to y this chess piece.


    After sending the message, Alivia walked back through the door.


    “Grandpa Jaxon, Grandpa Michael, I’m here on behalf of the elders to offer a toast to Spencer and


    Sophia,” she said, holding a ss of light wine with a beaming smile as she approached Sophia.


    “Sophia, congrattions.”


    Sophia’s lips twitched into a feigned look of delighted surprise. “Thank you, Alivia.”


    Alivia’s gaze then shifted to Spencer, who, understanding the cue, looked eager to jump in.


    Sure enough, Austin was the first to speak up. “Ms. Alivia, you have be the head of the research


    institute at such a young age. I hear the location is set. Is the government going to back it up next?”


    Alivia’s face showed a touch of modesty as she gracefully made her way to Max’s side, replying to


    Austin’s query.


    “The government funding is just a part of it. The most significant contribution stilles from Infinity


    Brilliance. They’ve invested billions to fully support the institute’s growth. Talent


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    from our international branches will gradually be transferred here, and my mentor will be guiding me


    throughout.”


    Among the younger generation, who wouldn’t want to cling to Alivia now? It was a golden ticket into the


    institute, anding out with its stamp was a matter of great prestige. The institute’s value was


    internationally recognized, and even young people from other countries were vying for a chance to get


    in.


    As the two bantered, Michael listened with growing approval of Alivia. “Alivia, once Max is healed up, I’ll


    have hime over to ask for your hand,” he dered.


    A blush of demure femininity finally graced Alivia’s cheeks as she nced down at Max. Max held his


    teacup, appearing indifferent, as if the surroundings had nothing to do with him.


    As the woman, Alivia was expected to show some reserve, so she turned to Austin.


    Austin immediately raised his ss. “Michael, why not let the Dorsey family celebrate a double joy


    tonight?”