บททั้งหมดของ Hidden Monarch: The Silent Resurgence: บทที่ 1391 - บทที่ 1400

Amy supported her husband. She did not know Henry well enough to make a judgment but believed Cecilia would be well cared for by someone like Deric. At least Cecilia would not have to struggle as much for the rest of her life.Amy said, "Henry, it's not that I have anything against you. It's just that Young Master Pierson is genuinely exceptional and a good match for Cecilia. You may be a good person, but the difference between you two is quite significant."Henry was a little amused. He pretended to be Cecilia's boyfriend, but her parents looked down on him.He glanced at Cecilia with a smile.Cecilia was anxious and quickly defended Henry. "Says who? Well, I got my current job because of Henry.""Ridiculous! Cecilia, you've never lied to us! Now you're making things up. You think you can fool me so easily?" Michael scolded."It's true!" Cecilia protested."Stop lying. You're working for the Hood Group, right?""Yes.""The Hood Group belongs to the Hoods, and they're very pow

"Hmph, of course, he's not!" Deric sneered."He's just ignorant and fearless. He'll eventually kneel in front of my amazing abilities!" Deric continued with a cold smile."Yes, yes, Young Master Pierson. Let's go inside," Michael said, his heart filled with worry.Henry's sudden appearance had complicated things. Michael was afraid they might anger Deric, especially since the guy was arrogant and ignorant, making him even more dangerous.Henry shook his head, ignoring the remarks, and walked in.Michael and Amy were both displeased, so Cecilia hurried to catch up. However, she felt guilty for putting Henry in such an awkward situation.Deric followed them in. The group entered the venue, which was not lavishly decorated. It only had some simple and rustic decorations. That was a preferred style for some high-ranking officials and wealthy people.Deric looked around with a frown and shook his head. "What a crappy place. People in big cities spend less than 100 per person here. Th

"Henry, didn't you bring some liquor? Take it out. Cecilia's dad loves a good drink," Amy said.Michael wanted to say something, but Amy's stern look held him back. Deric noticed that Michael and the others were siding with him. He was confident that Henry would humiliate himself.Henry nodded and took out a bottle. It was only a bottle of ordinary white wine, unlike Maotai. However, it did appear to have some age to it.Michael paused when he saw the bottle. He was a fan of white wine. He had heard stories during drinking sessions with friends and knew a bit about it.That particular bottle looked like a 50-year-old National Collection white wine. A similar bottle had fetched over 300,000 dollars more than ten years ago at an auction in Aurelia City. Its current value would be even higher.Deric was not convinced that that was the same wine.He glanced at the bottle and sneered, "I knew it—it's not Flying Fairy Maotai. He just brought some trash from home."Deric noticed Michae

Just then, Michael returned to the room.He had not gone to the restroom. Instead, he had rushed out to find the waitress. However, he must have been a step too late, as he could not locate her anywhere. He was regretful—if only he had not claimed the wine was fake.When he saw another bottle of wine on the table, he paused and asked, "What's that?""Henry brought that out. Unfortunately, it's just an ordinary bottle of Maotai. It's not even the Flying Fairy Maotai," Deric said.Henry glanced at Deric with disdain as if he were staring at an idiot. He remarked casually, "Is that so?""Of course!" Deric replied confidently."Have you never heard of Flying Fairy Maotai's predecessor?" Henry asked.Deric was momentarily taken aback—he genuinely did not know. He preferred red wine and was not well-versed in the intricacies of hard liquor."Five-Star Maotai!" Michael interjected, showing that he had a deep knowledge of alcohol.His eyes lit up as he asked eagerly, "Is that a bottle

Noel's expression remained cold as he responded, "No need. I'm not worthy to hear such an apology."Deric was dumbfounded. He had not anticipated Noel to be someone so influential that even his uncle was terrified of him.Deric did not realize that Harvey's presence at that dinner was because he was from Redhoc. After all, the dinner was organized by Aden Whalen, the mayor, to welcome Aaron Clements, the wealthiest man from Redhoc, who was planning to invest there."Why are you standing there? Get over here and kneel!" Harvey barked, his face dark with anger.Deric was shocked. He knew he was in big trouble. He had always been in awe of his uncle, but kneeling in front of Cecilia and apologizing to someone else was something he could not stomach.Harvey, however, was beside himself with rage, ready to step in and force the issue. Realizing that kneeling was his only way out, Deric quickly knelt and said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Ray. I didn't recognize you and spoke out of turn. Please for