Chapter 188
In their culture, they were always modest. Mr. Martin mentioned that they had prepared
some food and drinks, but it was obviously more than just that.
In a spacious hall, six large round tables were set up, each accommodating around tent
people. Therefore, there were nearly sixty guests today.
Although it was referred to as a family banquet, most of the attendees came as a family
unit, mostly middle–aged entrepreneurs with their wives and daughters, either as a
family of three or four. Sherry even noticed a particularly ambitious family that brought
along four daughters.
She couldn’t help but sigh. It seemed that she had quite a few competitors.
“Cough, cough.” Mr. Martin and Mrs. Martin sat at the table, both raising their wine-
glasses. One exuded dignity, while the other displayed grace and elegance. “Everyone, please feel at ease. There are no formalities in our home. Please take your seats.”
Despite their words, Mr. Martin didn’t touch his utensils, and neither did the others,
including Mrs. Martin,
At that moment, Patrick and Claire were seated on the right side of Mrs. Martin. The
two siblings sat upright, with Patrick’s arm wrapped in a thick bandage, faintly revealing
a trace of blood.
Mr. Martin picked up a dish, and only then did the others begin to eat.
He lowered his voice and asked Mrs. Martin beside him, “Has our eldest son arrived?
Patrick and Claire have already arrived.”
Mrs. Martin covered her mouth and whispered, “Someone has already been sent to
fetch them.”
“How long has it been?”
“Half an hour. They should be here soon.”
Mr. Martin frowned. “This is unacceptable! He’s thirty years old and still unmarried. If he
doesn’t find a girlfriend himself, I’ve even invited all the eligible ladies in Herzoslovakia
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City for him to choose from today, and he’s still dragging his feet.”
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Claire interjected, “He has always been like this, Dad; you know that. Ever since the
woman he loved got married to someone else, he has pretty much resigned himself to
a solitary life.”
“Nonsense!”
Mr. Martin glared at her with wide eyes, full of authority, scaring Claire into stuttering,
“Dad, actually, if you want grandchildren, you don’t have to focus solely on him.
Wouldn’t it be the same if Patrick got married earlier?”
As she spoke, Claire winked at Patrick next to her, her eyes particularly suggestive.
Mrs. Martin caught on to a little trick and asked her son, “So, does this mean that you
have a crush on a girl? Patrick, since you’ve already set your sights on someone, why
don’t you bring her home to introduce her to your father and me?”
No, Mom, Claire’s talking nonsense,” Patrick quickly explained. “If you want, you can find someone to marry Claire today. She talks too much and makes things up.”
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Claire snorted, “Go away! My heart belongs to Mateo. I am devoted to him.”
“Mateo, Mateo, all you ever talk about is Mateo. Isn’t it embarrassing?”
“I’m talking about my fiancé. Why should I be embarrassed?”
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Patrick had no way to deal with his eloquent sister. Every time, she would leave him
speechless. But what else could he do? His parents only had one daughter, and he only
had one sister. If he didn’t spoil her, what else could he do?
Mrs. Martin, however, was very curious about Claire’s words and asked, “Claire, do you
know something? Tell me quickly. Both of your brothers are determined to remain
bachelors. If that girl is really good, then let’s settle things quickly. Your father and I will
have one less worry.”
“Mom, I bet you don’t know that Patrick is actually quite romantic. Just now, in the yard,
he fell in love at first sight with a young lady.”
Patrick hurriedly covered her mouth. “Stop talking nonsense! Claire, if you keep talking
nonsense, don’t ask me for money to buy Lolita dresses!”
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Claire wasn’t intimidated at all. She pushed his hand away and revealed the breaking
news. “I’m not afraid. If you don’t buy it for me, I’ll make Mateo buy it for me! Patrick,
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can’t you be more assertive? If you like someone, then go for it. I think that young lady is
quite attractive too.”
Patrick covered her mouth and scolded her in a low voice, “Stop talking nonsense.
She’s already married.”
Claire immediately froze. “What?”
Patrick frowned and reprimanded her, “Shut up! Let’s eat!”
“Oh no, she’s already married? Oh, what a pity.
Mrs. Martin finally understood the situation after listening for a while. Her son had
finally fallen in love at first sight, but unfortunately, the girl was already married.
This was truly frustrating.
Never mind, never mind,” Mrs. Martin said. “My son is good–looking and outstanding.
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He will definitely find a girl who suits him well.”
Patrick forced a bitter smile and said, “In terms of being outstanding, I am not even
one–tenth as good as my older brother. Let’s not worry about me for now; let’s find a
wife for my brother first.”
The small incident at the dinner table did not dampen the lively atmosphere.
Everyone who attended today’s gathering had received some news and came with a
purpose.
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Now that the banquet had begun, the young master, who had never been seen before,
had yet to arrive. Who wouldn’t be anxious?
David, like everyone else, kept glancing toward the chairman’s seat. Mr. Martin and Mrs.
Martin sat side by side, and the seat next to Mrs. Martin was presumably reserved for
her two children. On the other hand, the seat next to Mr. Martin remained empty,
presumably for the young master.
“Dad, Mom, I’m back.”
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As she spoke, Sophia had already returned to the dinner table without anyone noticing.
Her makeup seemed to have been touched up, and her eyes were filled with tears. Her
movements and speech were a bit sluggish.
She glanced at Sherry, who was sitting next to her, quietly enjoying her meal, and
greeted her with a smile. “It seems that the food here is delicious. Sherry, you’re eating
so much.
Sherry chuckled softly. “It’s quite tasty. Don’t you want to try?”
“No, I’m not hungry,” Sophia said, taking a deep breath and holding it in.
The white dress she was wearing had been tailored to Sherry’s measurements. It was a
bit snug around her chest and waist, so she had to constantly suck in her stomach to
prevent any excess fat from bulging out.
Sherry shook her head and pondered silently. Why bother with all this? It’s so
challenging to constantly suck in her stomach. I wonder if that guy just noticed the
multiple layers of padding she had underneath.
However, Sophia was correct, she was indeed a little hungry.
Perhaps it was due to her pregnancy; her appetite had slightly increased recently,
particularly for spicy dishes that suited her palate.
Suddenly, a stir broke out in the vicinity.
Sherry looked up and happened to see a familiar figure casually walking towards the
chairman’s seat and taking a seat next to Mr. Martin.
He had a tall and elegant physique, almost commanding attention in the room.
However, what was even more intriguing than his appearance was the white mask that
