Faux Vows, True Desires novel Chapter 370

Lucinda carried herself with confidence and grace, allowing Jason to appraise her without hesitation.

Jason silently nodded in admiration. Despite her upbringing in a modest household, Lucinda was naturally refined. She was flawless in every aspect and was undeniably a perfect match for Mr. Coleman.

She was a woman of great fortune.

Despite experiencing a tragedy at the tender age of six months, she managed to turn her misfortune into good fortune. Before she returned to her biological parents, she, as a girl from a humble family, had already stolen Mr. Coleman’s heart. It was said that Mr. Coleman patiently awaited her growth, eagerly anticipating the day when he could marry her. He waited an astonishing eleven years.

Jason also held deep admiration for the Anderson family. People from the Anderson family had welcomed Lucinda as their family member, even when she was still a girl from a modest background. This degree of freedom given to their descendants in selecting a partner was not something commonly found in every affluent family, let alone prominent ones.

Even in ordinary families, if one side had slightly better conditions while the other was less fortunate, the parents of the wealthier side would often disapprove of the marriage.

No wonder the Anderson family has been able to stand strong and continue to prosper in Pinehurst, with their descendants growing in number and each one of them exceptionally talented. They all couldn’t help but envy Patrick.

“I have heard about Mrs. Coleman’s reputation for a long time. And tonight, meeting you in person, it’s clear that the reputation is well-deserved.”

Having finished examining Lucinda, Jason extended his right hand for a handshake.

Lucinda shook his hand politely, then greeted the other members of the Barlow family.

“Mr. and Mrs. Coleman, please come in.”

Jason invited the couple inside.

The one from The Barlow family, who was the next in line to be the lady of the house, accompanied Lucinda. Though this was their first meeting, given Lucinda’s status, she quickly warmed up to her, warmly took Lucinda’s arm, and began walking inside, chatting along the way.

“Hey, big brother!”

Upon seeing Ike, Lucinda stopped to greet him with a smile.

Ike came over, first respectfully greeting Jason, and then the others before finally returning his sister's smile.

With that, Ike was also invited to join them inside.

The executives and their partners who had arrived earlier, upon seeing the Coleman couple, either approached them to greet them or raised their glasses in their honor.

Regardless of their familiarity with the other guests, Stefan and Lucinda responded with polite nods and smiles.

The Barlow family had organized this banquet as a business gathering. Everyone attended the banquet with purpose, whether it was networking, discussing business, or making connections with influential executives.

Stefan, as the youngest CEO in the city and the head of the largest conglomerate, was the center of attention. There were always many people surrounding him, eager to engage in conversation.

Lucinda was there to learn, so she stuck by Stefan's side.

Upon entering, Ike separated from the young couple.

He grabbed two glasses of red wine and slipped out of the grand main house. His status was the lowest among the guests that night, but given his sister and brother-in-law’s presence, no one dared to disrespect him. However, wherever he went, he remained inconspicuous.

Ike waited outside for Belinda to arrive.

Although the Bishop Group was not as powerful as before, it was still significant larger than Ike's company. Belinda, naturally, was busier than him. In the past two days, Ike hadn't seen her at all.

The heart yearned for the beloved when they were not in sight.

Ike suddenly thought about his brother-in-law, who had waited silently for eleven years, defeating numerous rivals in love. Such patience and deep affection were indeed not something everyone could possess.