CHAPTER 205
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THE BROOKS MANSION, SATURDAY AFTERNOON

Reuben and Annabelle were busily preparing themselves for the meeting ahead.

Annabelle, in particular, wanted to dress casually, but Reuben insisted he wore a very elegant dress he had gotten from the boutique.

Annabelle was confused and asked him why.

“ I want my wife to be at her best for a meeting where we will be the superiors.

They thought I was a stupid beggar, but I want them to know that my wife is better than them all” That was Reuben’s reply.

Anabelle had laughed it off and agreed to do just that.

Now it was time to get prepared and go to the meeting room. However, Grandpa had told them he wanted to have a private meeting with them before they would go meet the Andersons.

Annabelle had just finished dressing up and was putting on a pair of high-heeled shoes.

Reuben had just finished bathing and was putting on his clothes.

“ You have to speed up, or else we will be late for the meeting” Annabelle cautioned.

Reuben grin
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