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Chapter 1404 Jackson and Cindy’s Engagement Party (4)
The night air had cooled, and the crowd was thinning. Benny and Ilda lingered near the entrance, chatting with Hélio and Vanda with the easy warmth of lifelong friends.“Mr. and Mrs. Borges, thank you so much for your incredible hospitality.”“Oh, the pleasure is entirely ours!” Vanda practically glowed, starstruck by the appliance magnates. “We are absolutely thrilled you could make it.”“But why?” Ilda asked, tilting her head with a polite, curious smile.“Half the appliances in my kitchen came from your stores,” Vanda gushed like a dedicated fan. “You carry all the best brands.”“And with your gorgeous son’s help, everything is going to sell out perfectly,” Ilda teased with a wink.Hélio chuckled, nodding. In one of the recent ads, Jackson had worn nothing but a canvas apron while demonstrating a stand mixer. A strategically placed smudge of flour on his bare chest had practically sent half the female population of Blue Cove into a fever.Cindy stepped up to join her new friends. “
Chapter 1403 Jackson and Cindy’s Engagement Party (3)
Bella’s eyes lit up. “What beach house?” she asked, contrasting to Emmanuelle’s deepening scowl.“We wanted to keep it quiet.” Linda shot Emmanuelle a withering glare that practically screamed, Thanks for forcing my hand. “Bryce Hudson is moving out of Matthew’s beach house. We’re taking over the lease.”“Since when?” Emmanuelle demanded, her voice rising to a shrill, piercing pitch.“Since you cut Linda off!” Walter snapped back, squaring his shoulders.“Young man, this is a discussion for the family table!” Emmanuelle planted her hands on her hips, refusing to yield an inch. “Have you even spoken to your sister about this?”“Not yet.” Walter’s lips curled into a self-assured smirk. “But I have zero doubts Jacque will be thrilled for us.”“Oh, your father is going to have a stroke!” Emmanuelle spun on her heels and marched away — though her stiff, aging knees kept the dramatic exit from being as swift as she intended.Matthew materialized at their side with perfect timing, the hard l
Chapter 1402 Jackson and Cindy’s Engagement Party (2)
Outside the Borges House, the celebration flowed on. Waiters crisp in black vests and bow ties wove through the crowd, balancing silver trays loaded with chicken tartlets, hors d’oeuvres, and crystal flutes of bubbling champagne. A few female guests tracked the handsome servers with lingering gazes and appreciative murmurs.“Where did Jackson find these waiters?” Bella asked, her eyes lighting up. “Are they his modeling buddies?”“They have to be.” Linda hid a giggle behind the rim of her champagne flute, taking a delicate sip.“What are you two doing here?” Emmanuelle’s voice cut through the chatter like a whip as she marched over from the opposite end of the garden.Ignoring the party completely, she locked her sights on the Alvares sisters, her heels clicking aggressively against the stone path, practically hunting for a scandal.Linda took a step back, ready to fade into the crowd, but Bella’s fingers clamped firmly around her right hand, anchoring her in place.Emmanuelle stopped
Chapter 1401 Jackson and Cindy’s Engagement Party (1)
The day of Jackson and Cindy's engagement party arrived.As planned, the party took place at Borges House.For the first time, the Borges family opened their home to the public.As the afternoon drew to a close, the guests spread out across the garden and pool area, and ambient music filled the ears of those present.Camera flashes popped like fireflies around the couple. They couldn’t take two steps without a fresh wave of handshakes, backslaps, and well-wishes.Jackson leaned in, his voice soft beneath the chatter. “Enjoying the party, darling?”Cindy’s smile stretched from ear to ear, her eyes catching the fairy lights strung above. “It’s everything I ever wanted.”Jackson’s gaze snapped toward the entrance, locking onto a distinctive pair. “Look, honey. They made it.”Cindy stood on her tiptoes, scanning the sea of tailored suits and evening gowns. “Mr. and Mrs. Blumberg?”“The very same. True to their word.” Jackson guided her through the throng to meet them.Guests nodded and sm
Chapter 1400 He had her back?
Karl and Matthew entered Abner’s study alone, the heavy door clicking shut behind them. Karl immediately flipped the all the switches, flooding the room with artificial brilliance, desperate to dispel the gloom. Matthew, however, walked straight to the desk lamp and twisted the knob, plunging the corner into shadow. The message was clear: this was not going to be a pleasant conversation.“Son, what is really going on with you?” Karl asked, though the tremor in his voice suggested he already knew the answer.“I think you know.” Matthew’s voice was colder than the Arctic wind. “It was you.”“It was me who...?” Karl blinked, feigning ignorance with the clumsiness of a bad actor.“HOW LONG ARE YOU GOING TO DENY IT?” Matthew exploded, his composure shattering. “You’ve been denying the truth since the moment I asked you!”“Matt, I never did anything you are thinking!” Karl protested, oblivious to how pathological his lies had become.“You are beyond redemption!” Matthew shook his head, look
Chapter 1399 Shadows Over Sterling Mansion
Matthew ate in silence at the long mahogany table of the Sterling Mansion. Above him, a single bulb in the crystal chandelier flickered and died, plunging the left side of his face into shadow. The effect was unintentional but theatrical, casting a noir-like gloom over his plate.“Son, don’t worry,” Karl said, misinterpreting the tension in Matthew’s jaw. “Jarbas will replace that bulb the moment we finish.”“That isn’t why I’m not enjoying dinner, Dad,” Matthew replied, his voice low and devoid of appetite.Alice leaned forward, her pearls clicking against the table edge. “My little grandson, tell us what afflicts you. Grandma doesn’t allow you to suffer.”Sheila rolled her eyes toward the ceiling fresco. Shouldn’t that be MY line?Matthew took a sip of a vintage wine that might as well have been vinegar. He set the glass down with a deliberate clink. “I had a long conversation with Ronaldo.”Karl let out a disdainful, barking laugh. “That explains your mood! Anyone would lose their
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