In the Lap of Luxury novel (Grace and Benjamin) novel Chapter 542

The photos clearly showed Esme and another younger man in an intimate position, suggesting they had a close relationship.

Esme's expression turned odd. She asked, "Ms. Lewis, what are you implying?"

"The difference between you and Mr. Thorne is that one of you has been exposed, and the other hasn't."

"But I'm not a public figure. It won't really affect me, even if this is exposed."

"Really?" Grace replied with a knowing smile, stirring her coffee.

"In this circle, aren't you afraid of being the subject of gossip among the other ladies, becoming a laughing stock over tea and dinner?"

Esme tensed up, obviously concerned.

Grace had learned about these circles during her time with Benjamin With no jobs or financial worries, these women spent their days having tea and gossiping.

Being the center of discussion was a fatal fall from grace.

Esme took a deep breath. "Currently, the public is condemning Willow and Matthew. Me speaking up won't solve anything."

"I'm not asking you to come forward."

"Then what do you suggest—"

"You don't have children with Mr. Thorne yet, right? Regardless of Willow's situation, the child is real. Would you be happy if he inherited the vast family wealth?"

Grace's words hit the nail on the head.

Esme clenched her fingers tightly and muttered, "Of course not."

"So this is an excellent opportunity."

Grace sipped her coffee. "My suggestion is that Mr. Thorne cut off all contact with Willow, and you step in to get rid of her ambitions."

Esme's eyes lit up with determination at her words. "Go on."

"Now the most heated topic is the child. If you take the child under your wing, you control both parties' power.