Chapter 72
Author: Pen thinker
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As the banquet reached its high point, laughter and polite applause filled the grand hall.

One by one, guests approached Malisa’s grandfather, each bearing a luxurious gift—rare paintings, antique treasures, and priceless herbs. Words of respect flowed like wine, praising the chairman’s lifetime achievements in medicine and leadership.

Suddenly—The mood shifted.

The sound of leather shoes tapping against the floor echoed boldly across the hall.

Waylon entered, he didn’t just walk in—he announced himself with his stride.

Head held high, a wide smile painted across his face, and dressed in a custom three-piece suit tailored to scream wealth and pride, Waylon radiated confidence and self-importance.

Upon noticing the shift in the room Several guests turned at once.

“Isn’t that Young Master Waylon from the Lancaster family?”

“He looks... unusually proud today.”

“What’s he planning?”

However Waylon didn’t disappoint, and seeing all eyes on him, made his shoulder raise even more.

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