Chapter 94

Chapter 94

Louis returned home on a private plane.

Genevieve was hands

was handling some matters nearby when

when she received his call, so they went back together.

On the way, Louis took out a palm–sized gift box and gave it to her. “Gen, this is for you.”

Genevieve was surprised, as the brand on the gift box was a well–known luxury brand from Friyx.

She said, “I can’t accept your gift; it is too valuable.”

Louis smiled gently and opened the box. “Only something valuable is worthy of you. It’s just a bracelet, nothing much. We are good friends, so there is no need to be formal,” he said.

Since he said that, Genevieve seemed to have no further reason to refuse at the moment.

The bracelet was a limited edition of the season and a private collection that money couldn’t buy. It was dazzling and vibrant, adorned with diamonds of different colors from different parts of the world. Genevieve had liked it when she first saw it, but she had forgotten about it in a blink. Now that Louis gifted it to her, she decided to get him a similar trinket next time.

She accepted it happily and said, “Thank you.”

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“I ask for a favor. I’m attending a banquet, and I need a female companion. Louis looked at her, smiling gently.

also want to

Genevieve raised her eyebrow and agreed readily. “Sure.”

She really liked the colorful bracelet and found herself admiring it more with each glance.

Presley’s birthday banquet was grand.

Darrell and others all received invitations from the Hoffman family.

They rarely attended such events, primarily because they couldn’t be bothered to do so since they weren’t close enough. Samantha especially detested the hypocrisy of that family.

Genevieve wouldn’t have come if she had known Louis was attending Presley’s birthday banquet.

When she saw Presley and Quincey at the entrance, she realized she had been too careless.

Noticing her resistant expression, Louis said apologetically, “Gen, don’t run away.”

Genevieve glared at him, feeling speechless. She gritted her teeth and asked, “Mr. Fallon, why do I feel like I’ve fallen into a trap?”

Meanwhile, Presley’s and Quincey’s expressions shifted when they saw Louis and Genevieve, but show their displeasure publicly.

they didn

With a smile, Presley came over to shake hands with Louis. “Welcome, Mr. Fallon.”

“Mr. Hoffman, happy birthday. Louis greeted him with a subtle nod.

Meanwhile, Quincey had a gloomy expression as she stared at Genevieve, who was holding Louis‘ arm.

She remarked, “Why are you here? Don’t you know your status? You’re lowering our class and status by attending this banquet. How

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could you be so unaware?”

Louis‘ expression stiffened, and he gazed at Quincey coldly, saying in a frosty voice, “Mrs. Hoffman, are you dissatisfied with my companion or me? In that case, you shouldn’t have sent an Invitation, so we wouldn’t come to be humillated for no reason.”

Louis spoke with a cold and commanding tone, his noble and calm aura growing oppressive.

Immediately, Quincey’s face fell. She stuttered, “…”

She didn’t expect Louis to react so strongly, and she hadn’t realized this wasn’t the right occasion to be so impulsive.

Presley cast a reproaching look at Quincey, scolding, “What are you talking about? Mr. Fallon is someone the Hoffman Group has been wanting to collaborate with for a long time, and Gen is not a stranger. You better apologize!”

Making Quincey apologize to Genevieve in public was akin to putting her life at stake.

Genevieve didn’t say a word. She stood there with a mocking smile while observing Quincey’s embarrassment and discontent.

Amid the standoff, Lauraine ran over happily, dressed in a lively and playful pink dress. She greeted, “Louis, you’re here. Oh… Gen?”

a bit disappointed, but she didn’t make it obvious.

When she saw Genevieve standing next to Louis, she fe

Genevieve remained silent, her dislike for Lauraine growing further.

Louis ignored Lauraine, choosing instead to remind Quincey in a clear voice, “Mrs. Hoffman, you haven’t apologized yet.”

The atmosphere turned awkward in an instant.

Lauraine looked at Quincey in shock, and many people around were watching.

Not wanting to offend Louis, Presley lowered his voice and warned Quincey, “Apologize, or you can leave right now!”

Quincey’s expression changed, and she gritted her teeth reluctantly.

“I’m sorry. I misspoke,” she uttered and quickly walked away, afraid that she would lose control of her emotions and ruin the event.

Presley smiled at Louis and said, “Mr. Fallon, I have something to discuss with you. Please, this way.”

Louis glanced at Genevieve, who nodded and said, “I’ll go grab something to eat.”

As soon as Louis left, Lauraine hurriedly pulled Genevieve to the side.

“Gen, why did you come with him?” Lauraine asked, looking at her sadly.

Genevieve stared at her coldly, feeling increasingly displeased by how she was crossing the line. “I don’t need to explain that to you.”

Hearing that, Lauraine pouted dejectedly.

Just then, several socialites dressed in luxurious and extravagant outfits s approached them. “Lauraine, who are you talking to?”

Lauraine paused and turned to the person who just spoke. “Andrea?” she called out.

Andrea, who was a

a planist, exuded a refined and elegant temperament that made people feel a sense of distance.

The others were socialites who were pampered by their families. When they saw Genevieve and Lauraine, ambiguous smiles

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Genevieve was about to leave when she saw Quincey walking over in a new outfit. It was luxurious and covered in gold flakes, bright enough to blind the onlookers.

It seemed like she wanted to make sure she was the most dazzling woman in the room.

“Genevieve, since you’re here, you should eat more,” she chirped. Her attitude toward Genevieve had changed completaty as smiled kindly and held Genevieve’s hand. With a sigh, she remarked, “Look at you. You’ve lost weight after leaving the Hoffman family for so long. As your mother–in–law, I really can’t bear to see this.”

Genevieve stepped back instinctively, thinking, “She obviously has ulterior motives!

Quincey sighed again, flashing a gentle smile at the other guests. “It’s unfortunate that they divorced, but I’ve always regarded Genevieve as my daughter. I hope you can help her find a boyfriend in the future, despite her humble background and different

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lifestyle.”

Genevieve couldn’t help but snort in disbelief.

A woman in a black dress gave her a side–eye and remarked, “Mrs. Hoffman is very nice to you. I once heard someone say that she’s a difficult mother–in–law to approach, but I guess you spread that false information. She clearly treats you so well, yet you don’t even appreciate it. You’re taking advantage of her kindness!”

At that moment, Genevieve suddenly realized Quincey was playing the role of a good mother–in–law. However, there was no way the would let the latter have her way.

After some thought, Genevieve played along and blinked pitifully, looking like she was on the verge of crying. Thank you for your concern, Mrs. Hoffman. Also, thank you for reminding me every day that I come from a humble background and can’t match up to your family. Even that woman who gave birth to an illegitimate child couldn’t join your family, so naturally, my marriage wont last long since I only married into your family by sheer luck. I know you’ve always wanted a daughter–in–law who matches your family’s status, so I’ve divorced as you wished. Can’t you let me off now?”

As she spoke, she began to choke up.