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Chapter 355

Author: Lana Mora
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-03 18:00:27

Russell was the first to step out of the car. He opened the door of a Koenigsegg and helped the man in the back seat—a figure of immense importance—step out.

Under the warm yellow lights, the man in a sleek black suit stood by the car door, hands in his pockets.

His face, sharp and perfectly sculpted, looked as if it had been carved by the god.

His eyes, dark and turbulent, radiated a coldness sharper than winter ice.

The moment he appeared, the entire estate buzzed with activity.

The elite guests rushed to greet him, and even Lonnie Adams, the patriarch of the Adams family who had been absent until now, hurried out of the mansion to welcome Cline.

"Mr. Moriarty," Lonnie said, bowing slightly as he approached with his family in tow.

"I had no idea you would grace our humble gathering. Had I known, I would have personally greeted you at the door with my entire family. Please forgive our oversight."

Cline responded wi

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