Noticing they were the ones Edward was addressing, Isabel and her children exchanged a quick glance.Before anyone could formulate a reasonable response, Mia flashed a wide smile, though deep down, she knew it didn't reach her eyes. She refused to let anyone undermine her position as the first child of the family, nor her standing in their father's eyes. And if she was to reclaim the pride she had once seen in her father's gaze that day of Edward's introduction, she knew that making a move while her father's hands appeared tied was her best opportunity."Of course, cousin, we will stay," she said smoothly. "We do not support our father in this. We weren't even aware he had his own share already."She turned to face her mother and Silas. "Right?""Of course we're not leaving," Silas quickly supported his wife.Isabel hesitated, confusion flickering across her features. She wanted to scream, to yank Mia by the ear because what in heaven's name was she saying? They had all been fully awa

Edward's voice was stern. Instantly, the security men flanked the doors while Edward signaled a team alongside Dave to find out who had made the post.He could swear the poster was in the room. His gut was never wrong."Mr. Zhenyu, you don't have to bother yourself. My men will find out who made the post in just a few minutes," Mr. Silver of Silver Group offered. "Just give us the go-ahead."He had always wanted an opportunity with Edward, but he was aware that in this world of the rich, you had to give something to get something. He didn't want to waste the opportunity before him.But Edward, without even bothering to think about it, refused immediately. "I have it all sorted out."After saying that, he focused his eyes on Adriana, grabbed her hand, and squeezed it in a reassuring manner. "Whoever is behind that post will apologize tonight.""But it's true. I deceived everyone," Adriana said worriedly."No, you didn't. You did what you had to do so you could get into society and find