In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 239 Going With the Flow

In an instant, Grace was surrounded by everyone. She was the center of attention.

Elizabeth was pleased as she watched. But Susan, who was sitting in a corner of the hall, felt

frustrated.

These people were so used to going with the flow.

When circumstances had favored Susan, they had been quick to admire her. With Grace in the

spotlight now, they were hurrying to align themselves with her.

This reminded Susan of Celia, who was enduring hardships in Astana while Grace was thriving. She

felt uneasy at the thought.

“Mom, she’s no longer part of our family. Why did you invite her?” Susan asked.

Displeased, Elizabeth responded, “Grace is my guest. What makes you think you have the right to

comment? If you have free time, go to the kitchen. Don’t be a nuisance here.”

Seeing no other option, Susan headed toward the kitchen.

At this moment, Elizabeth instinctively covered her chest, feeling a slight pain. Her old ailment was

acting up again.

She stood up and walked toward the stairs, climbing to the next floor.

“Grace,” Geraldine called out as she approached through the crowd.

Grace had a favorable opinion of Geraldine, who had never been as troublesome as the other

members of the Hawkins family.

“Geraldine!”

Geraldine smiled and said, “I didn’t expect such a significant change in you after not seeing you for a

while.”

Grace chuckled. “Geraldine, you’re the one who’s becoming more and more attractive.”

Suddenly, Geraldine remembered something. “I just saw that Grandma wasn’t feeling well. It seems

like her recurring chest pain is acting up again.”

Grace couldn’t help but express concern upon hearing about Elizabeth’s health. “Is she alright?

Scanning the surroundings, Geraldine casually remarked, “It’s strange. Grandma has been away for a

while. She hasn’t returned yet.”

Worried, Grace’s gaze swept the area. When she couldn’t find Elizabeth among the guests

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If Grace decided to target her, it would be as easy as crushing an ant under her shoe.

Feeling desperate, Ava turned to Geraldine. “I watched you grow. What should I do now? Should I

apologize, hoping she’ll let me off the hook?”

She was about to apologize, but Geraldine stopped her.

“It won’t help, Aunt Ava. She doesn’t care about you anymore. She could have easily helped Uncle get

a job if she wanted to. She didn’t help because she looks down on you and your family.”

That successfully pissed Ava off. She glared at Grace, muttering, “Ugh. What a bitch.”

“So if you go to apologize to her, she might make things difficult for you.”

Feeling lost, Ava asked, “Then what should I do?”

Geraldine smirked. She said slowly, “It’s simple. Since she’s not kind, she can’t blame us for being

cruel. Do you want to teach her a lesson? That’s even simpler.”

After speaking, Geraldine leaned in and whispered something.

Ava couldn’t help but smile triumphantly. “You’re right! Striking first is the key. As an elder, I can’t let her

trample on us.”

Meanwhile, many guests present at Hawkins Manor were drawn by Grace’s status and sought to form

a connection with the Lewis family. Hence, they actively engaged in conversations

with her.

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Chapter 239 Going With the Flow

In an instant, Grace was surrounded by everyone. She was the center of attention.

Elizabeth was pleased as she watched. But Susan, who was sitting in a corner of the hall, felt

frustrated.

These people were so used to going with the flow.

When circumstances had favored Susan, they had been quick to admire her. With Grace in the

spotlight now, they were hurrying to align themselves with her.

This reminded Susan of Celia, who was enduring hardships in Astana while Grace was thriving. She

felt uneasy at the thought.

“Mom, she’s no longer part of our family. Why did you invite her?” Susan asked.

Displeased, Elizabeth responded, “Grace is my guest. What makes you think you have the right to

comment? If you have free time, go to the kitchen. Don’t be a nuisance here.”

Seeing no other option, Susan headed toward the kitchen.

At this moment, Elizabeth instinctively covered her chest, feeling a slight pain. Her old ailment was

acting up again.

She stood up and walked toward the stairs, climbing to the next floor.

“Grace,” Geraldine called out as she approached through the crowd.

Grace had a favorable opinion of Geraldine, who had never been as troublesome as the other

members of the Hawkins family.

“Geraldine!”

Geraldine smiled and said, “I didn’t expect such a significant change in you after not seeing

you for a while.”

Grace chuckled. “Geraldine, you’re the one who’s becoming more and more attractive.”

Suddenly, Geraldine remembered something. “I just saw that Grandma wasn’t feeling well. It seems

like her recurring chest pain is acting up again.”

Grace couldn’t help but express concern upon hearing about Elizabeth’s health. “Is she alright?

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Scanning the surroundings, Geraldine casually remarked, “It’s strange. Grandma has been away for a

while. She hasn’t returned yet.”

Worried, Grace’s gaze swept the area. When she couldn’t find Elizabeth among the guests

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“Sure, take your time.”

Grace turned and headed toward the staircase. Having lived in Hawkins Manor for three years, she

was familiar with every corner. Grace reached Elizabeth’s room and called, “Grandma, are you inside?”

Upon entering the room, she received no response. After a thorough search, she came across one of

the household staff.

The housekeeper respectfully addressed her, “Madam!”

Grace smiled. “No need to call me ‘madam‘. Just Ms. Lewis is good.”

“Yes, Ms. Lewis.”

She inquired, “Have you seen Grandma?“!

The housekeeper pointed to the rightmost room. “Mrs. Hawkins Senior seems to have gone in there.”

Grace thanked the housekeeper and approached the room. However, after a few steps, she stopped

abruptly. She looked at the room before her.

She remembered that this was the forbidden area in Hawkins Manor.

On her first day in Hawkins‘ Manor three years ago, Elizabeth had informed her that she could enter

any room except this one.

“Grandma, are you inside?” Grace called softly, not taking another step forward.

When she didn’t get a response, she turned away.

Unexpectedly, the room’s door opened slowly, just slightly ajar.

Grace hesitated momentarily, then reached out and pushed the door open.

The room was filled with ancient and elegant furniture covered in dust. It was bathed in sunlight

streaming through the window, creating a surreal atmosphere.

Grace took a couple of steps.

As she looked around, she froze in place, shocked by what she saw.

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