Chapter 1660:
At the mention of his name, expressions shifted noticeably.
Rumors circulated that Jonathan had taken over the eastern district, quickly rising as a dominant force in its criminal scenes.
Those from the other three districts regarded him with a mix of respect and caution.
Noticing Jonathan seated at a table designated for the Ford family’s relatives, the guests murmured among themselves.
“Is Jonathan connected to the Ford family?”
“It must be a mistake in the seating arrangement.”
Meanwhile, Maxwell from the western district, Moses from the southern district, and Cutler from the northern district made their appearances one by one. They presented their gifts and took their seats. The assembled guests couldn’t help but express their astonishment. Clearly, the influence of the Ford family in Lyhaton was not just strong but formidable, evident from their ability to bring together such prominent individuals from all four districts.
In the blink of an eye, it was eleven in the morning.
The wedding venue buzzed with activity. Guests were busy exchanging greetings, too preoccupied to notice who was coming or going.
It wasn’t until Zeke walked in, leading the prominent families of Pinetree City into the hall, that the atmosphere shifted.
Everyone was well aware of the long-standing tension between Pinetree City and Lyhaton—and no one made an effort to hide it. So, when the four major families from Pinetree City arrived together, the Lyhaton aristocrats exchanged subtle, knowing glances.
Zeke led his group to their reserved seats at the center of the hall and sat down without a word.
He lit a cigarette with his slender fingers and quickly sent a message to Corrine.
“Miss Holland, are you deliberately putting us on display by seating us in the center of the hall?”
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From the moment they sat, countless eyes flicked in their direction, tracking their every move.
It felt less like a wedding and more like a zoo exhibit.
Just then, Corrine entered the hotel. She saw Zeke’s message and smiled faintly before sending a reply.
“Mr. Cooper, a remarkable man like you naturally draws attention wherever you go.”
In truth, she had arranged their central placement. It was not to embarrass them but to keep them in plain sight.
Putting the Pinetree City delegation at the heart of the hall meant every subtle gesture, every glance, would be visible.
Corrine slipped her phone back into her purse and began walking toward the banquet hall, her heels clicking confidently against the floor.
She was wearing a champagne-colored mermaid dress that hugged her silhouette perfectly. Her wavy hair was tied in a simple bun, with one loose strand brushing her cheek, softening her cool, refined features.
She moved with the kind of grace that couldn’t be taught. She seemed almost ethereal under the crystal chandeliers, touched by golden sunlight.
At that moment, she resembled a fairytale mermaid brought to life.
Her entrance didn’t go unnoticed. Eyes turned, conversations paused. A few guests even began moving toward her.
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