Chapter 141
When Granger and Moran arrived, people from the Spencer and Hawkins families immediately moved forward to greet them. Given their remarkable presence in Starfall, it was natural that they received significant attention.
Leah, having met Granger before, found herself blushing at the sight of him under her meticulously applied makeup. Rhoda, noticing her daughter’s infatuation, couldn’t help but smile.
To the Spencers, the Hardens and the Hendersons were elite families, and Granger, with his exceptional qualities, was a perfect match for Leah in their eyes. They were thrilled at the prospect of Leah and Granger together, especially considering the potential union of Vesta and Thorne. Such alliances could solidify the Spencer family’s power in Starfall.
However, Vesta was put off by how much her family was sucking up. She saw Granger and his friends as equals, and it bothered her to see her family acting so subservient. But, unwilling to cause a scene, she remained silent.
The Hawkins family, having been affluent for decades, had a legacy that the Spencer family, despite its rapid rise to prominence, couldn’t match. Granger and Moran, therefore, weren’t particularly impressed by the Spencers. However, for Vesta’s sake, they overlooked these differences. Upon handing their gifts to the Spencer family, they inquired about Thorne, who was running late due to business troubles abroad. Vesta explained the situation and assured them that Thorne wouldn’t mind if the banquet started without him.
Garfield, pondering whether to wait for Thorne, was persuaded by Vesta and Maureen to begin. They couldn’t justify making their guests wait, despite their willingness to do so.
As the banquet commenced without Thorne, the guests gained a deeper appreciation for his significance to the Hawkins family, further motivating them to forge stronger connections. Meanwhile, despite the departure of many guests, Helena ensured that no part of the evening’s protocol was
overlooked.
Once she confirmed that everyone was present, she took the stage to thank them for coming and gracefully apologized for any inconvenience caused, earning a round of applause from the audience.
Following her speech and as the evening progressed, Vernon signaled the hotel staff to start serving, marking the beginning of a memorable night.