NovelEnglishThey all looked at Atlas with apprehension, unsettled by his sudden change in expression. Celine quickly caught on, maintaining her peacemaker persona.
With a rare smile, she preemptively spoke before Atlas could. "Atlas. It's been years since you last visited. Naturally, things are a bit unfamiliar to you now.
"I just invited everyone here to reunite us all. Over the years, everyone has been busy with business, not to mention the upheavals in the Pierce family..." Her voice trailed off, sounding melancholic.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"The upheavals in the Pierce family?" Atlas's tone carried a hint of mockery, his already cold gaze turning even colder. "Indeed, the upheavals in the Pierce family were quite significant. Even those who are here have bectraitors." Celine hurriedly interjected, "Don't be rude. Everyone who's here today are all dear friends of the Pierce family, and they all..." "I don't see any friends here," Atlas snorted, cutting off Celine. "Every word they said to criticize us earlier was venomous. I saw no trace of affection for me!" His words made it clear tothat he had been observing those radical individuals. I was sure that the one who had challengedearlier must have been Celine's staunch ally.
"Are you trying to tellyou turned a family banquet into a scene for no reason?" Atlas glanced at Celine.
Celine's expression changed, and as she was about to speak again, a well-dressed elderly man stepped forward from the crowd. His sparse brown hair was neatly combed, emitting a peculiar sheen, and his features indicated his Nocturnian heritage.
His eyes betrayed his cunning nature. He glanced atbriefly before fixing his gaze on Atlas. saying, "Mr. Atlas, you're mistaken." Everyone turned to look as the old man approached us.
"We are all old friends of the Pierce family, and our relationship with your family goes back almost a century. When the Pierce family was in turmoil, we were deeply distressed. Your father's passing was regrettable. He was such a talented young man. What a pity..." He feigned a sorrowful expression, seeming like quite the actor.
"But in recent years, we all knew his death wasn't so simple, which has also caused hardship for your aunt Back then, she was just a powerless girl who took on the mantle of the Pierce family in a crisis. It wasn't easy for her either." Content belongs to en.kikistoriesA few murmurs of agreement accompanied his words. Celine's expression instantly softened.
Encouraged by the approval, he continued, "At that time, you were still young, and your grandfather, who was mourning the loss of his son, was lost in confusion every day. It was tough for your aunt to manage the family business while investigating your father's case, and she faced immense external pressure. We didn't expect her to be so resilient." Content belongs to en.kikistoriesIt was clear he was trying to praise Celine.
"You've been away these past few years, so you don't know the details. But now, as we all can see, you've inherited your father's genes, and you've beca leader among the younger generation. However, you must remember to repay others for their kindness." Content belongs to en.kikistoriesAfter speaking, he glanced at Celine, clearly seeking her approval. His expression was quite lecherous, which madefeel extremely disgusted.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCeline immediately returned his encouraging look.
The old man becmore excited, continuing, "I have to say, both ATL Empire and Pierce Corporation owe your aunt for her perseverance and efforts.
"Remember to be kind, young man. Don't let love blind you. Your father's vendetta remains unsettled, so please stay vigilant!" He looked meaningfully at Atlas.
"Well said. I do need to stay vigilant. Fortunately, I always have been," Atlas said, taking the cue.
"It looks like you're the spokesperson for these people today, Johnny Burnett." Atlas's tone was disdainful.
The Burnett family's former patriarch, Moses, had a close friendship with the Pierce family. Burnett's business dealings with the Pierce family were mutually beneficial too.
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