Rewrite Her Thrilling Life (Lillian and Sebastian) novel Chapter 884

On the screen, the man’s commanding figure stood before the Austine Financial Group headquarters, surrounded by a swarm of media reporters. A phalanx of grim-faced bodyguards worked meticulously to shield him from the encroaching crowd.

Foster pushed through the crush, signaling to the reporters. "Make way, please! Step back!"

One reporter thrust a microphone toward the man. "Mr. Whitmore, could you comment on the true purpose of this upcoming charity gala?"

"Does it have anything to do with the recent rumors?" another shouted.

"Mr. Whitmore, sources say there will be a major announcement. Is this the official confirmation of the alliance between the Cary estate and the Austin family?"

"Was yesterday’s report about Miss Everly attempting to force a proposal accurate?"

"Mr. Whitmore, have you and Miss Everly been in a private relationship for some time now?"

Faced with the barrage of questions, Sebastian’s brow furrowed, his eyes flashing with a predatory chill. "I have no personal or romantic connection with Miss Everly—nor will I ever. As for the gala, a select group of journalists will be invited to attend. Austine Financial Group will provide a definitive response to all other inquiries following the event. No further comments will be made at this time." With that, he turned and disappeared into the building.

"Because your head is currently a mess of stress and logistics," Eric teased, setting the coffee down. "Come on then. Sitting here waiting isn't doing us any favors. We might as well scout the area and see if we can pick up any intel while we're at it."

Lilian nodded eagerly. "Let’s go."

A short while later, their car pulled up across from the Austine Financial Group headquarters. Lilian gazed up at the soaring skyscraper that dominated the skyline. "The Austin family’s influence here is clearly on another level. To own a landmark like this in the heart of the city is incredible."

Eric nodded beside her. "The Austin family is one of the oldest and most established dynasties in the country. Their actual wealth is beyond calculation. Interestingly, they are the only family to hold an earldom without being part of the royal bloodline. When Sebastian took over as the head of the family, it caused a massive stir, especially since the family was in the middle of a major crisis. He used sheer force of will and brilliance to silence his critics. Since then, no one has dared question his authority. Everything he has today, he built himself—which also explains why he’s accumulated so many 'time bombs' and enemies along the way."