CHAPTER 38: CHAPTER 38: BIRTHDAY BANQUET

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Redgrave Group.

Seraphina Redgrave sat on the carpet in the living room, holding a newspaper, chuckling foolishly while tearing it to pieces.

Nanny Lynch and Granny Coleman exchanged glances; it seemed the young lady’s illness had not improved at all.

In fact, Seraphina was reading the content of the newspaper. Although she appeared to tear it quickly, she read even faster, skimming lines with ease, and the content of the newspaper was firmly etched in her mind.

The Redgrave Family had been on the front page headlines for a week, but now, with new news, the unpleasant stories about them naturally dropped from the headlines.

The public’s memory is often very short.

It wouldn’t be long before no one pursued the Redgrave Family’s scandals, and Mia Redgrave’s mindless fans would continue to support her eagerly.

The tactics Seraphina used before only gave the Redgrave Family a slight headache.

That wasn’t enough.

"Next Friday at seven p.m., it’s my fiancée’s birthday. The party is at the Kaelor Hotel. Please make sure to come; I’ll personally greet you at the door."

Leo Lynch’s words echoed in Seraphina’s ear, and a plan arose in her heart.

"Young Master Sterling sent the young lady high-brand clothing of the season, how thoughtful!" Nanny Lynch’s voice interrupted Seraphina’s thoughts.

The living room was filled with bags upon bags of new items, and Granny Ford and Granny Coleman were taking out brand-new, beautiful dresses from them, exclaiming, "They are so gorgeous, absolutely perfect for the young lady. If only she weren’t ill, she could wear these beautiful clothes out and about."

Seraphina looked at those clothes. Although reluctant, she couldn’t help but admire Ethan Sterling’s taste; every piece suited her aesthetic, especially those haute couture gowns, which were breathtakingly splendid.

Even though Ethan had said those ambiguous words before, he’d never truly made any excessive moves toward her. Now that he was sending these clothes and dresses, what was his intention?

To Ethan, was she merely a substitute for his sister Sterling, or a golden canary to fulfill desires?

Would he genuinely search for her if she disappeared, ultimately to end her life?

Seraphina simply couldn’t grasp Ethan Sterling’s thoughts.

Suddenly, Seraphina realized that she was again pondering matters related to Ethan when moments ago, she had been considering how to deal with the Redgrave Group.

Seraphina crumpled the newspaper in her hand, brushing those disorganized thoughts from her mind.

Friday came quickly.

The Kaelor Hotel was the largest hotel in Sovereign, a symbol of wealth and status.

The dressing room was brightly lit, with three or four stylists helping Mia Redgrave into her complicated gown.

The banquet was specifically held for her.

For this dinner party, the Redgrave Family spent a fortune custom-making her dress, crafted by five tailors. The pale yellow accentuated her delicate skin, layered intricately with golden and silver threads interwoven, forming exquisite patterns. The hemline rose elegantly in a high-to-low arc, cascading to the floor with unmatched splendor.

"Oh my, she truly looks like a princess."

Mia’s girlfriends stood by, genuinely admiring.

"Mia, the Redgrave Family is indeed lavish, renting out the entire twenty-first floor for your birthday party." Serena Lowell spoke out.

Mia nearly wrote the word ’pride’ onto her face.

The Kaelor Hotel was the most expensive hotel in Sovereign, a casual meal here could cost an ordinary family five years’ living expenses, let alone booking an entire floor.

Moreover, it was a symbol of identity.

Even those without status but wealthy couldn’t dine here; dining required status. Such an unreasonable approach was unique in Z Country, with many wealthy but unsophisticated people begging favors to have a meal at Kaelor to validate their status.

Mia smirked with satisfaction: "It’s just a small gesture."

In fact, it was Leo Lynch who arranged the birthday party and booked the entire floor. Leo, the Lynch Clan’s second son, used his father’s face privilege to arrange Mia’s birthday banquet at the prestigious Kaelor Hotel.

Leo Lynch treated Mia incredibly well.

However, Leo was not the man she wanted.

"By the way, the Redgrave Family invited plenty of wealthy youngsters. Mia, so many eligible bachelors tonight, who do you fancy?" another girlfriend inquired.

Mia sat before the mirror, picking up a necklace: "They’re just friends, here to wish me happy birthday, why talk about liking anyone?"

Serena sighed, "All those powerful and wealthy men are your friends? Wow, if you don’t fancy any, introduce me to them."

A staff member took the diamond necklace from Mia, placing it around her neck. Mia, smiling slightly, glanced at Serena through the mirror: "Who do you fancy?"

"The Lynch Clan’s second son, none of those wealthy heirs are as outstanding as him."

Serena sheepishly fiddled with her ring: "I saw Leo Lynch when I came in, he’s so handsome. Mona, please help me win him over!"

To gain more followers, Mia even hid the fact from her close friends that she already had a boyfriend.

Mia glanced sideways at Serena, sneering inwardly. With such an ordinary face, she desired to attract Leo Lynch? Dream on.

"Leo Lynch? Where is he?" Mia didn’t respond to Serena’s words, instead using her previous words to divert attention.

"He seems to be looking for someone, staring intently at the entrance without blinking."

Serena spoke while enviously eyeing Mia’s expensive accessories.

Staring at the entrance?

Mia’s expression instantly turned sour; Leo Lynch must be looking for Seraphina. How could Seraphina attend her birthday banquet?

The banquet began.

The piano music was elegant, the lighting magnificent, with exquisite desserts and expensive champagne on the long tables, even the ground adorned with vibrant petals, as if one had stumbled into an ethereal realm, unbelievably beautiful.

From outside, it seemed like a glimpse into a paradise on Earth.

Mia’s invitees were all young men from the influential families in Sovereign, possessing not only unreachable power for ordinary people but also endless wealth. Moreover, they were all very young.

The piano music stopped abruptly, and the exquisite lighting slowly dimmed.

The birthday banquet was about to start.

A spotlight drew everyone’s attention, and Mia sat on a swing woven of vines, gently descending, her pale yellow gown harmonizing perfectly with the floral-accented vine swing. She wore a crown of interwoven vines, which neutralized the glitzy vulgarity of luxurious jewelry, appearing like a fairy born of nature.

Mia turned her face, softly humming the song’s prelude, her earpiece transmitting her voice to every corner.

Someone once said Mia’s voice sounded as if kissed by an angel, indeed, melodious without losing vigor, capturing everyone’s attention at that moment.

Mia’s gaze caught those admiring glances, her sense of pride almost bursting forth.

As Mia sang, the swing lowered more and more until it fully descended.

Guided by another spotlight, Leo Lynch walked slowly towards Mia, extending his hand.

Mia lightly smiled, placing her hand in Leo’s.

The two moved into the dance floor.

All the guests watched the pair, bringing Mia immense satisfaction; she relished being the center of attention.

"Mona, you look beautiful today."

Leo danced gracefully with her, his hand resting on Mia’s waist, eyes filled with admiration.

"Leo, I’m so happy, I love this birthday banquet."

Mia lightly clung to Leo’s shoulder like a dodder vine.

It’s a pity the man before her wasn’t Ethan Sterling, otherwise, she would be the rival of all women in Sovereign.

"I have a special gift for you."

Leo whispered softly in Mia’s ear.

Could it be a magnificent necklace he prepared for her? Or perhaps that limited edition bag she showed Leo previously?

Amidst Mia’s speculation, the opening dance ended.

"Mona, guess who I brought along?"

Leo turned smiling, and Mia followed his direction, her expression instantly twisting.