Had the Luddens shown up at the wrong venue? Were they really here to attend the Everetts' annual banquet?
The guests looked at each other in confusion. Queenie's confidence made everyone question whether they were attending the right event.
The elevator door opened once again. This time, Hera and her family of six stepped out.
Christopher, who was about to leave with his parents, spotted Hera. His eyes immediately lit up, and he went to greet her.
"Hi, Ms. Youngworth."
At the sight of Christopher beaming at Hera, Alice instantly understood who Christopher wanted to introduce them to. She then looked at Hera.
Hera had a delicate face with a cold expression, fair skin, and braided dark hair. She wore a pale gold base-color evening gown that made her look tall and slender. The fluffy white fur collar made her skin look even fairer, and her demeanor exuded elegance and sophistication.
Her appearance and temperament were both excellent, meeting Alice's standard for a daughter-in-law. Just as she was about to see how Andrew would react, she saw him step forward, politely greeting Hera before shaking hands with James and Gideon.
"Mr. Everett, Mr. Gideon, I've heard so much about you."
"You're too kind, Dean Ludden. It's my pleasure to meet you," James replied, feeling flattered.
Gideon was also surprised. He didn't expect the Luddens to show up here, and from their attitude, it seemed they were invited by Hera. He thought that Hera's influence was indeed impressive.
But when Gideon gave it another thought, he concluded that it was impossible for Andrew to dislike Hera. After all, she was a top student that dozens of world-renowned colleges coveted. She was Cavenridge's star. With this in mind, Gideon's face beamed with pride.
"Mrs. Everett, Madam Barker, this must be Mr. Gino. He's adorable," Alice said smilingly as she greeted Lilith and the others.
Then, she turned to Hera.
"Ms. Everett?"
She then looked at Christopher teasingly.
"Is this the mysterious person you want to introduce to me?"
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