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Chapter 511
Adam’s eyes burned with fury as he stared at Tessa. His mind replayed flashes of their past—the nights he had cared for her, the way he had once shielded her from storms, how he had given her freedom without ever demanding obedience. He had never forced her, never treated her like a tool.And yet, that kindness had been repaid with betrayal.His chest tightened with cold rage. Whatever tenderness he once felt toward her was gone. The betrayal had carved it out of him, leaving only bitterness and indifference. From this point on, he no longer felt the need to be polite.Across from him, Tessa trembled. Tears streaked down her face, glistening in the lantern light. They weren’t tears of shame alone, but of helplessness, of despair. Every instinct told her to flee, to run as far as she could from this moment.But she couldn’t.If she failed here, the Armand Group would collapse. Her grandfather had devoted his life’s blood to the company, building it brick by brick. The entire family’s f
Chapter 510
A flicker of doubt crossed Tessa’s eyes, subtle but undeniable. Adam had intentionally lowered his voice, yet there was something in his tone that pulled at her memory. Something familiar. She quickly dismissed it, steadying her breath, masking the unease rising inside.“I’d like to request an invitation to the Supreme Banquet,” she said, lifting her chin with quiet determination.Her voice was firm, but beneath that confidence lay urgency. This wasn’t a casual request—it was survival. She had made a wager with Brielle, her relentless rival. If Brielle secured an invitation while she failed, she would be forced to step down as president. That seat of power wasn’t just a title. It was her shield, her last line of defense against vultures circling the company. Losing it meant losing everything.What she didn’t know was that Brielle had already been here earlier that very day, walking away triumphant, clutching her own invitation.“Go to Dante for the invitation,” Adam replied without he
Chapter 509
The supreme banquet was not a gathering that ordinary families could dream of attending. The threshold was so high that even many wealthy clans across the continent had to watch from afar, powerless to secure a seat.In Storm City itself, only the four major families held the privilege of invitations. Beyond that, across the entirety of Ray City, only a dozen or so invitations were ever extended.This was not because of wealth, or reputation alone, but because the banquet was being held in Storm City. Were it held elsewhere, the four local families wouldn’t even be considered. They were included only out of convenience, not genuine recognition.The Smith family knew this cruel truth better than anyone. Once, they had stood proudly at the top, their name spoken with respect, their influence unquestioned. But years of decline had reduced them to shadows of their former selves. They were no longer qualified. No seat. No recognition.Which was why an invitation now carried immeasurable we
Chapter 508
The scene felt eerily familiar to what had happened with Elsie earlier. Adam noted the resemblance instantly. The flattering words, the gift, the request for privacy—it was almost scripted. Still, because Brielle carried a gift box and not just her words, he decided to see what she had prepared.Without waiting for a command, Dante bowed and quietly ushered the attendants out of the pavilion. The heavy door closed behind them with a muted thud, leaving Adam and Brielle alone beneath the lantern glow.Brielle rose gracefully, her gown swaying with her movements. She set the box on the stone table before Adam, her delicate fingers untying the silk ribbon. She opened it slowly, deliberately, as if savoring the reveal.Adam leaned forward slightly, his expression impassive, though inwardly he was curious. He had considered several possibilities—perhaps rare dragon root, century-old herbs, priceless jade, or even a powerful antique. Women like Brielle, who fluttered around influential men,
Chapter 507
Adam leaned back slightly, his eyes narrowing as memories flickered through his mind. He had to admit, in his own way, he admired Brielle’s persistence. Since his return to the country, she had made waves everywhere she went, gliding effortlessly from one powerful man to the next.First it was Mr. Wood, then Chris, then Trent. And most recently, she had even tried to seduce Julian, one of the most cautious and guarded men in the city. Each “conquest” was more prominent than the last.Adam understood why.Brielle possessed a natural charm that was difficult to ignore. Her smile was enchanting, her gaze electric, and she carried with her a fragrance unlike anything else. It wasn’t a perfume—it was something deeper, a natural scent that worked on men like an aphrodisiac. Weak-willed men would lose themselves the moment she leaned close. Even seasoned warriors had been known to falter under her allure.But Adam was not like most men.“Yes, it’s her,” Dante confirmed, his expression betray
Chapter 506
Elsie’s eyes widened. Very few people knew the details of her past engagement, yet this man had exposed it so easily. Her admiration for him deepened, laced now with awe. As expected of the Supreme General… he knows everything, and nothing escapes his grasp.She steadied herself and spoke softly, “Supreme General, it’s true. I did have a fiancé. But that was an arrangement forced on me by my mother. I only learned of it later. And I broke it off some time ago.”Adam swirled the wine in his cup, his gaze never leaving her. “Why did you break off the engagement?”Her expression hardened, disdain flashing across her beautiful face. “Because that man was already married. He was nothing more than a freeloader, living off his wife’s family wealth. I despise such men the most. Men without dignity, without backbone.”Adam’s lips curved into the faintest smile. A sharp gleam flickered in his eyes. If only you knew, Elsie. The man you’re calling a parasite is standing right in front of you…He
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