Resolute in his intent, Kyson headed straight for the fourth closed door on the left.


    He turned the door lock and was taken aback as he watched the unexpected scene in the room.


    *


    Under the dark sky, the Shaws’ house glowed with vibrant light.


    The lively buzz of chatter and clinking sses resonated.


    Lucinda and Nathan asionally cast nces toward the dark top floor.


    Sonny and Luisa drank champagne and chatted with Mekhi.


    Although Mekhi was subtly irritated, he m


    asked it, mindful of their status as guests from the Payne family.


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    Luisa showered Mekhi withpliments and inquiries.


    Despite the disruptive interference, Mekhi’sposure remained intact as he promptly summoned the servants.


    “The opening ceremony starts in two minutes.


    Ensure Kyson is ready.


    Why hasn’t hee to greet the guests? Is he nning a grand entrance like a socialite?”


    Mekhi’s annoyance with Luisa was evident in his more serious tone.


    “Okay, Mr.


    Shaw.


    ”


    Sonny and Luisa exchanged nervous nces.


    Luisa sought to defuse the tension.


    “Mr.


    Shaw, Kyson hasn’t been back to Cadiered in nearly a year.N?velDrama.Org owns this text.


    He might be a bit nervous.


    ”


    Shifting the conversation, Sonny inquired, “Mr.


    Shaw, considering tonight is the Shaw family’s banquet, why isn’t Mrs.


    Shaw in attendance?”


    Mekhi’s expression turned serious at the mention of his mother, as if he would rather avoid that question.


    “Lately, my mother hasn’t been feeling too well.


    Tonight is just a simple dinner party, and I want to make sure she doesn’t get too tired.


    ”


    Luisaplimented Mekhi with a warm smile, “You’re such a devoted son, Mekhi.


    Under your leadership, the Shaw family is sure to prosper.


    ”


    “Your blessing means a lot,” Mekhi responded with a faint smile.


    The servant sent to find Kyson returned promptly.


    “Sir, he’s not in his room and I couldn’t find him.


    ”


    Wearing a somber expression, Mekhi reprimanded in a hushed tone, “Kyson is not dumb.


    There’s no way he would just leave before the party.


    Go and find him!”


    “Yes, sir.


    ”


    The servant turned and rushed to look for Kyson again.


    Sonny exchanged nces with Luisa.