The One He Dismissed Became The One He Died For novel Chapter 73

At the main banquet table.

Victor raised his glass, offering a warm smile. "Ms. Jenner, I apologize. I was too abrupt earlier. I'll drink this as an apology."

He downed the half glass of strong liquor in one gulp.

"With your stunning Iridescent Prism Silk presented today, no other birthday gift will ever catch my father's eye again."

Claire responded politely, "You flatter me. I just happened to know how to make something Mr. Zimmerman appreciates."

She held up her glass and took a symbolic sip. The sharp burn of the aged liquor instantly flared up her nose.

"Compared to you, my disappointing daughter Yvonne falls far short."

"She's been spoiled since she was little and lacks your high level of artistic achievement. If the opportunity arises, I hope you'd be willing to give her some pointers."

His words elevated Claire to an extreme height, but they were incredibly venomous.

If she accepted the compliment, she would look arrogant and oblivious to her place for daring to instruct the Zimmerman heiress.

If she declined, she would seem petty and unappreciative.

The table instantly quieted down, and gazes from the neighboring tables drifted over.

As Claire tried to figure out how to handle this loaded trap,

Miles suddenly set down his fork.

He lifted his eyes slightly, methodically picking up a wet wipe to clean his hands. His tone was icy.

"Victor, it's Dad's birthday banquet. Let's just eat. Keep business talk for the office."

His voice wasn't loud, but it carried an invisible, crushing authority.

Alistair immediately laughed to smooth things over.

"Miles is right. It's rare for us to all gather together, let's just focus on enjoying ourselves."

Miles had effortlessly deflected the pressure, casually bailing Claire out of a tight spot.

Anyone with eyes could see that Alistair favored his grandson to an extreme degree.

Even though the Zimmerman family's businesses were currently being managed by Victor, everyone secretly knew exactly who the empire would ultimately be handed over to.

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