NOVPUBChapter 1109: 509 Astonishing_2 Chapter 1109: 509 Astonishing_2 Violetta Gartia squinted her eyes slightly and smiled, “I have some things to do, I would hang up first.”
Walking to the wine cabinet, Violetta Gartia poured a bottle of red wine into a tall glass.
The transparent cup body and the blood-red wine mixed together, blending into the most pure and bewitching color in the world.
Under the light, the multicolored world seemed like a dream, and within the dream was a familiar face.
Flaming, red lips, primal enchantment, thudding pulses.
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In the Lopezs’ house, at the dinner table, Madam Lopezs frowned and glanced at Seraphina Parker.
“You seem quite joyful these days.
Is there something pleasant worth sharing with everyone?
...
I see your smile almost reaching your ears.”
The smile on Seraphina Parker’s face suddenly stiffened, then quickly transformed into a cheerful face again, “Mom, your medical examination results came out yesterday.
The results are very good, you are in excellent health.
Living till the age of hundred won’t be a problem.
It’s understandable that I am happy, isn’t it?”
Madam Lopezs snorted, “What’s the point of living such an old age?
It will only bother you youngsters.”
“Mom, you shouldn’t say that.
Your long life is a blessing for us younger ones.”
At that, Madam Lopezs finally grinned with satisfaction, “You sure have a way with words.”
Seraphina Parker let out a surreptitious sigh of relief.
The old lady was sharp enough to almost see right through her.
“Mom, after dinner, I need to leave for a bit.
There’s a high-end auction happening, and I heard that a lot of masters will be attending.”
“What masters, they are just a bunch of pretentious people.”
Seraphina Parker almost forgot.
Her mother-in-law despised those who were deeply involved in academic and artistic circles.
She quickly chimed in, “Compared to you, Mom, they’re nothing.
When you were young, you were known far and wide as the iron lady.
Even Madam Aria seems to lack a bit of spirit when compared to you.”
Madam Lopezs, hearing this, became even more joyful.
Seraphina Parker knew, she had hit the right note with flattery.
“Mom, I was thinking since our younger sister is idle, why not take her along?
It’s not good for her to always stay at home.
Let her go out, gain some experience and connections.
It’ll be easier for her to get by in social situations.”
Madam Lopezs snorted, “You are quite thoughtful on her behalf, but whether she will appreciate it is another matter.”
Seraphina Parker sighed, “I truly hope their marital life goes well.
You will be relieved that way too, Mom.
After all, a harmonious family leads to prosperity.”
The more people she knows, the bigger the face she loses.
Seraphina Parker did not call Esther, she had the driver go directly to Quinlan Lane.
Seeing the Quadrangle Courtyard in front of her, a hint of jealousy flashed through her eyes momentarily and vanished.
Though the size of this little yard is not large, it is very delicate and classical, and it’s located in a prime location.
The market value is at the very least a hundred million.
This was Madam Lopezs’ dowry.
She favored her youngest son, and presented this Quadrangle Courtyard as a coming-of-age gift when Kardian Lopez turned eighteen.
When Seraphina Parker found out, she was so angry she nearly went crazy.
Madam Lopezs was too partial.
Also because of that, when Esther, who was not of similar social standing, married into the family, Madam Lopezs strongly opposed it.
Yet, she couldn’t prevail over Kardian Lopez, and the two ended up getting married.
After the marriage, the couple moved to Quinlan Lane.
Out of sight, out of mind.
Just thinking about this Quadrangle Courtyard, Seraphina Parker’s heart bled.
“Sister-in-law, why are you here?” Esther was surprised to see Seraphina Parker at the door.
Seraphina Parker put on a dignified smile, “I am here to invite you to an auction.
I think that as a high-end intellectual like you, you’ll be interested.”
Esther asked, “Is it the auction hosted by Heirloom Ink Auction House?”
Seraphina Parker smiled, “So you know about it.”
“A client mentioned it.
I’m indeed very interested.
Thank you, sister-in-law.
Please wait a moment, I will go change.”
Seraphina Parker followed her, “Perfect timing, I’d like to see the baby.”
Esther’s steps paused, she calmly said, “How unfortunate, the baby just fell asleep.
He’s a sound sleeper, once he falls asleep he won’t wake till evening.”
Seraphina Parker gave Esther a meaningful glance, “Quite unfortunate indeed.”
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As Catherine Liam stepped down from the car, she took Charlotte Aria’s hand and patted the back of it, “Master Georgia will also be attending this auction.
If you wish to follow in her footsteps, you must make an impression on her.”
Charlotte Aria gave a confident smile, “Don’t worry, Mom.”
Catherine Liam glanced at Peter Aria, who was getting out of another car, and whispered, “Your grandmother is really biased.
A single word from her and Georgia would take you under her wing.
But she insists on saying nothing, it’s infuriating.”
Charlotte Aria comforted in a soft voice, “Mom, you know how grandmother always abhors nepotism.
If I were to follow Master Georgia, people would suspect that I abused my privilege as her granddaughter.
Grandmother wouldn’t be happy about that.
I’ll use my own abilities to impress Master Georgia.”
