Even though Finnian now held the position of chairman of the Everly Group, Mr. Kevin Everly remained the true patriarch of the Everly family. As soon as he appeared, many people gathered around to greet him, and he responded with a warm, genial smile.


    At that moment, someone nearby asked, "Is that Amara? She''s so beautiful. Is she here for Mr. Everly''s pre-wedding dinner as well?”


    Mr. Kevin Everly took Amara''s hand, his face radiating a gentle, grandfatherly affection.


    "This is Ama, my god-granddaughter. She''s been staying at home with metely, keeping this old manpany. She''s such a thoughtful and caring girl-I''ve told her she''ll have to take care of me in my old age..."


    So Amara was Mr. Kevin Everly''s god-granddaughter...


    There had long been rumors about Amara''s close rtionship with Mr. Everly, and now it was confirmed. The way people looked at Amara immediately shifted; after all, with the Everly family''s elevated status, even the title of god-granddaughter was something precious. Several people started to approach her and offer their greetings.


    Just then, Emma entered, bringing Liliana with her.


    Although she was displeased by Amara''s presence, the evening had to go on as nned. Emma held Liliana''s hand and led her over to Mr. Kevin Everly.


    "Dad, this is Liliana, our family''s future granddaughter-inw. I''m sure you''ve met her before," she announced cheerfully, before turning to Liliana. “Liliana, say hello to Grandfather."


    It was Liliana''s first time being formally introduced to the head of the Everly family as Finnian''s future wife, and she was a bit nervous but excited.


    She offered her trademark graceful and poised smile. “Hello, Grandfather. My name is Liliana. From now on, we''ll be family. I promise to treat you with respect and care. If I make any mistakes, I hope you''ll let me know."


    Mr. Kevin Everly nced at her and gave a nomittal “hmm.” He nodded at Lisa, who immediately produced a red envelope and pressed it into Liliana''s hand.


    Liliana took the envelope, smiling and thanking her politely.


    The envelope was heavy, but she felt no happiness at all.


    Mr. Kevin Everly hadn''t been openly cold, but he hadn''t shown her any warmth either. Compared to his earlier enthusiasm when introducing Amara, the difference was like night


    nd day. It was obvious to everyone where his true affectiony.


    But she was the one with a legitimate family connection. What did Amara count for,


    just a god-granddaughter? Liliana sneered inwardly.


    From the moment Amara walked in, Finnian''s gaze had settled on her.


    There was a deep, unspoken tenderness in his eyes, but not wanting to cause trouble for Amara in public, he looked away after just a moment.


    Liliana, however, had been watching Finnian closely. She caught the look he gave Amara, and her heart twisted with jealousy. She silently added this to her growing list of grievances.


    Just then, a woman with striking features but a sharp, severe expression stepped forward.


    Her eyes were cold and unfriendly; despite her beauty, there was a chill to her presence that put people off. This was Amelia.


    Amelia walked to the front of the group, looked Amara up and down, and suddenly gave a coldugh. "Did youe here by yourself? Weren''t you supposed to be getting married? Why are you here alone? Oh..."


    As if something had just urred to her, she covered her mouth in exaggerated surprise. "Oh, I almost forgot. Your wedding''s been called off, hasn''t it? Because the news broke about you being pregnant before marriage, and he dumped you. Hah..."


    She covered her mouth andughed, her voice dripping with mockery.


    After Amelia''s remark, several others in the crowd who disliked Amara turned to look


    at her, their eyes filled with open scorn.