Betrayed, But Not Defeated novel Chapter 50

"Haha! Excellent!" Oscar laughed heartily.

In the banquet hall of the Geller residence, Oscar stood cheerfully at the staircase. "I narrowly escaped a disaster, thanks to the help of an outstanding young man. In celebration of this occasion, I've gathered everyone to share the joy."

Mason happened to walk in at that moment. "Mr. Geller Senior and the Keatons have been family friends for generations. I'm here to represent the Keatons to offer congratulations to you for turning misfortune into a blessing."

After speaking, Mason gave Adam a glance.

Adam immediately understood as he stepped forward with a long box in his hands. "Mr. Geller Senior, please accept this!"

"Oh?" Oscar signaled to the Geller family's butler—Thomas Clark—to open the box in front of everyone.

Since the Keaton family was presenting the gift openly, it was, of course, to show off their means. Hiding it would only displease them.

The box was filled with a thick medicinal herb.

"It's rare to get this herb, but the Keaton family has the capability to procure such things. I hope you can recover with this and take your strength to new heights," Mason uttered with a smile, but his gaze remained fixed on Daniel.

He had noticed Daniel was also holding a gift box, but it looked very plain, essentially like a takeout box.

If it weren't for Charlene personally escorting him, Daniel might not have even made it into the banquet hall. He'd likely have been mistaken for a delivery boy and thrown out.

With Mason setting the precedent, others at the banquet began presenting their gifts one after another.

Seeing that Daniel still hadn't stepped forward, Mason spoke directly. "Ms. Geller, this gentleman also has a gift. It would be better to present it in person."

Everyone instinctively looked toward Daniel.

Though clichés like rivalry and jealousy were overused, they were undeniably captivating.

It was only then that Charlene noticed the gift in Daniel's hand, and a sense of guilt arose within her.

She should have been prepared for this earlier.