"Chloe, get over here."Xavier’s voice rang out from the dining hall, cool and authoritative. Chloe offered one last apologetic bow to the elders and hurried toward him.This isn't a family visit; it’s an endurance test, she thought. The predatory glares from the relatives confirmed her suspicion: Xavier’s "popularity" within his own bloodline was non-existent.As she entered the dining hall, she saw Xavier already seated. He wasn't just sitting anywhere; he was in the Head of the House chair. Traditionally, this was Old Master Grayson’s seat, but tonight, despite the simmering fury in the room, no one dared to challenge him."Is that Xavier and Chloe?"Old Mrs. Grayson emerged from the kitchen, her presence instantly acting as a lightning rod for the tension. Behind her followed Leo’s mother, Beatrice, who quickly chimed in, "Yes, Mother. Xavier, Chloe, and little Liam Jr. are all here."The Old lady then said something that made Chloe want to laugh and cry at the same time: "Xavier,
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