chapter612

Connor called out right away. "Wait up. I'm coming with you."

They'd promised to go together, yet after helping him with the medicine, she was ready to just head out on her own? She really was a troublemaker.

Lydia stood up, fixing him with a look. "Stay put and let that medicine do its thing. I'll be back before you know it."

Connor couldn't help but feel a little helpless. If he took the poultice off now, Lydia would definitely be irritated. She'd put in a lot of effort preparing it for him.

Just be careful, okay? I'll catch up as soon as I can."

Lydia gave a short reply, her eyes cold. "They're the ones who should watch out."

At seven that night, Jenson and Milana hosted Luke's birthday party at The Capital Hotel. They'd invited half of Milana's family, plus Jenson's crowd of sketchy buddies and a few minor business partners to pad out the guest list.

They even went out of their way to call the Lane family. This was their chance to show everyone just how Smith Corporation was making a big comeback.

Soren, Clark, and Vivia actually showed up.

They were puzzled, just like always. No matter how bad things got, Smith Corporation always managed to bounce back. How was that even possible? Jenson and Milana weren't exactly business whizzes, so why did they always seem to land on their feet?

Milana's relatives weren't wealthy either. Most of them lived pretty ordinary lives and had never set foot in such a fancy hotel. Seeing Milana and Jenson throw Luke's party in a place like this, they couldn't stop showering them with compliments.

Jenson, Milana is really lucky to have married someone as capable as you." "That's right, Milana. Jenson is a good man. Just look at your cousins, none of them married half as well."

"Exactly. Milana really hit the jackpot.

Milana wore a deep red dress and a diamond necklace she'd secretly treasured for years. She looked elegant and radiant, her confidence shining through for the first time in ages. She nodded with pride. "You're right. Marrying Jenson is the best thing that ever happened to me."

"Milana, where's Luke? I thought he was feeling better?"

Everyone glanced around, but Luke was nowhere to be seen.

At the mention of his name, Milana's smile froze for a second.

She honestly had no idea what was up with her son. He'd said he didn't feel well and didn't want to come to his own birthday party. He told them to just handle the guests themselves.

But Jenson and Milana had already sent out all the invitations. It was way too late to cancel, so the party had to go on.

Luke's almost fully recovered, but he had to get a full check-up before coming over. He'll be here soon," Milana said, quickly making up an excuse.

I see. Even after he's out of the hospital, you still have to look after him carefully." "Yes, we know."

Sandy was also at the party, but Jenson and Milana didn't bother

introducing her to any relatives.or business guests. They just let her wander around on her own

She could tell they were keeping their guard up around her now.

But she was their real daughter. After all this time since returning to the Smith family, they'd never even thrown her a welcome party

for.

Luke, even if he refused to show up they never thought about canceling his.

Their favoritism was just ridiculous.

"Sandy."

A familiar voice called her from behind. She frowned and turned.

Soren strolled over, dressed sharp as ever, flashing a smile that tried a little too hard. Sandy, you look gorgeous tonight.

Soren's status had definitely dropped. He wasn't completely broke, but his social life and creature comforts were nothing compared to what he'd had before.