The Queen They Buried (by Wynter Vans) novel Chapter 549

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“This isn’t just some random gossip! I went to confront Samuel myself. He’s never been able to lie, not since we were kids. With how he acted, you could tell he was hiding something. This isn’t just some baseless rumor!”

“That’s enough!” David snapped. “We have guests here. Do you think this is how you should act?”

Millie relectuantly gave in under her father’s stern gaze, her head hanging low. “Alright,” she sighed.

David’s tone softened as he reassured, “I’ll talk to the village chief about this when I get a chance.”

That reassurance finally made Millie feel a little less upset.

However, she didn’t feel like eating at all. Glancing at the dishes on the table, she stated, “I’ve no appetite so I’ll just go upstairs.”

For once, David didn’t reprimand her for her manners, and he told Jillian to bring some food up to her room.

“Sorry you had to witness our family drama. I only have these two kids, and they’re not exactly making me proud. I guess I just have to worry them a bit more,” David said.

The meal wasn’t exactly relaxing.

When it was time to leave, David personally walked them out. He stated, I’ll treat you all to another meal after we finalize the fruit business.

“My apologies for not being a better host today.”

Aubree smiled in response, “You’re too polite. Jillian’s cooking is wonderful and we really enjoyed the meal.

“It’s not our place to comment on your family matters, but I hope everything works out for your family.”

David just moved his lips, sighed, and left it at that.

After leaving Ridgehaven Town, they headed straight back to the hotel.

Bowen reflected, “From what we learned today, it seems the village chief commands a lot of respect around here.”

Aubree nodded in agreement, adding, “Not only that, but the last failed demolition had a lot to do with the village chief as well.”

“So, should we go meet the village chief?” Vincent couldn’t hide his excitement and asked.

‘If we can just deal with the village chief, doesn’t that mean the project would be in the bag?‘ Vincent thought.

“We’re not even sure we can talk him into it, and if we get found out, we’ll end up just like the Wilson Group and the Diamonde Group—the same ones you were laughing at earlier today.”

‘And if we actually go through with the deal and buy the fruit, doesn’t that mean we’ll have no excuse to stick around anymore?‘

Vincent was a bit stunned. ‘Are we really planning for the future before we’ve even secured the land?‘ he thought. However, seeing Aubree’s confidence fired him up. They were already ahead of everyone else, and it felt as if they had essentially secured the project.

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