Sophie Mitchell couldn't hide her distaste as the man before her flaunted his sense of superiority without end. Before she could respond, Cedric, who was sitting beside Adrian, wore a smug look and chimed in, "Mr. Gardner is right. I've had the pleasure of tasting their chef's creations before."
"Sophie dear, let me introduce you," Victor interjected with a smile. "Mr. Gardner is the pride of the younger generation of the Gardner family, the future successor of The Gardner Group. You should definitely get to know each other better."
Sophie was at a loss for words, grateful when Henry Carson arrived, his presence a comforting respite. Jennifer, unlike the rest of the family who looked down on Henry, greeted him with genuine excitement, her youthful enthusiasm a stark contrast to the cold
