When Sandra heard that Xavier was willing to stay for the banquet, she beamed with pride.
The Jagger family's influence had declined so much over the years that they were no longer considered one of Horton's elite families.
Now that someone of Xavier's stature was willing to attend her birthday banquet, Sandra felt so proud as if she had rejoined the ranks of Horton's elites.
While Nathan and Penny were chatting about life in general, they heard a interrupting voice from behind. "Hello, you're really pretty, can I get to know you?"
Nathan knotted his eyebrows slightly.
While Penny looked up in surprise, she saw Xavier smiling at her.
Behind him stood two burly men with bulging muscles.
Even though a frown had formed on her face, Penny was aware that he was an important guest of her Grandma.
Wanting to avoid causing a scene, she casually replied, "Hello, I am Madam. Jagger's granddaughter, Penny Smith."
Xavier replied with a smile, "Oh, so you are the daughter of the Smiths of Channing."
"You are from the South while I am from the East. It must be fate that brought us here today!"
As he spoke, Xavier noticed Nathan standing beside her. Frowning slightly, he shot a glance at his goons.
Instantly, both his bodyguards glared at Nathan. One of them threatened him, "Young man, can't you see Mr. Yates is talking to Ms. Smith? Why don't you buzz off?"
Penny's expression changed immediately. She was worried that Nathan would be infuriated and break the two men's legs.
Hence, she added, "Mr. Yates, I forgot to introduce you to my husband, Nathan
Cross."
What?
Husband?
Ms. Smith is already married?
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