In the Lap of Luxury novel (Grace and Benjamin) novel Chapter 551

"I understand. I'll think about it when the news is verified." Jessica turned away.

However, Benjamin wasn't in a hurry to leave. He looked toward the restroom again and asked, "Can I use it?"

"I've already said there are rats in there. You're not used to such things. It's better not to use it."

"Rats aren't a problem, Danielle. What matters is removing them in time."

Benjamin wanted to help her. He left those words of advice and turned to leave.

As he drove away, Jessica breathed a sigh of relief. Cold sweat dripped down her back, making her feel very uncomfortable.

"You can come out."

Ryan emerged from the restroom, equally drenched in sweat.

He knelt on the ground and begged, "Ms. Landon, you must save me!"

Jessica kicked him and shrieked, "Didn't you hear? Even Benjamin knows about what happened! I wanted to cover for you, but if there's no money in the account when the time comes, I won't be able to hide it."

Ryan hurriedly said, "It's possible! I told you I have a way!"

Jessica was skeptical and asked, "What?"

​​Ryan swallowed and gestured for Jessica to bend down. He whispered a few words in her ear.

After hearing him out, Jessica's expression changed dramatically. "Are you insane?"

"I have no choice. I've muddled through situations like this a few times before. Nothing ever went wrong. It's always been this way in real estate."

Jessica remained silent.

…

On the first day of the next month, the Thorne family was bustling with activity for the child's birthday.

Luxury cars lined up from the start of the street to the end, all belonging to the wealthy people who had come to attend the birthday celebrations.

Everyone knew that Esme's acknowledgment of Matthew's son meant that the boy's future was secure. Hence, no effort was spared in welcoming and sending off guests.

Grace arrived with a generous gift. She was dressed casually, keeping a low profile. Yet it seemed that Esme had a different idea and intended for Grace to be noticeable.