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Caleb Lockwood’s gaze carried a hint of scrutiny, and Serena Jennings guiltily avoided eye contact.1
Giving the ‘MacDonald‘ Stradivari in public was indeed a bit shy, but the opportunity was too good to pass <ol><li>up. </li></ol>
For her grandfather’s sake, even if Caleb Lockwood suspected the source of the money, she was willing to
ept it.
Recently, Serena Jennings had received arge sum from Peter.
Besides the piano series dividends, there were also design fees for a new series, and the piano series recently
caught the attention of the Xylos royal family, bing their official jewelry, earning a substantial
sponsorship fee.
Serena had wanted to give her grandfather a violin for many years.
Without thisrge sum, she truly couldn’t afford it.
Just as the funds were avable now, she contacted Dn Shaw.
Although Dn Shaw was young, he was currently the most popr pianist, considered the top among
globally renowned pianists.
He was well<b>–</b>connected and influential in the circle.
And he-
Was Serena Jennings‘ apprentice.
Eventually, Serena spent fifty million USD, converting to roughly 360 million RMB, to purchase the
‘MacDonald‘ Stradivari.
Now, there’s only a few million left in her ount, but Serena thought this was enough.
Her daily expenses were no different from those of a regr employee; as long as she had enough to cover medical expenses, it would do.
At the birthday banquet, apart from the birthday star himself, Serena and the violin she gifted were the most
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eye–catching.
ire Shaw’s face had already turned ashen like ayer of soot.
Initially, Lilian Young and Arthur Lockwood were full of praise for the mutton fat jade piece she gifted.
But once Serena’s gift appeared, no one mentioned ire’s gift anymore.
ire Shaw was also a discerning person; even conservatively, the ‘MacDonald‘ Stradivari must be worth over
a hundred million.
Where did Serena get so much money!
While angrily watching Serena bask in attention, ire Shaw feigned indifference while observing Caleb
Lockwood.
The only constion for her tonight was that Caleb Lockwood hadn’t praised Serena all evening.
Even after seeing the billion–worth birthday gift Serena gave, Caleb Lockwood didn’t show much reaction.
After the birthday banquet ended, Caleb Lockwood was summoned to the study by Lance Lockwood.
To Caleb Lockwood, his grandfather’s study was a dedicated ce for discussing business and serious
matters.
Thest time he was called over was three years ago.
Back then, his grandfather had said to him in the study, “Since you and thedy who saved your life, Miss
Jennings, are in love, you should start nning for marriage!”
The room was filled with the scent of agarwood as Caleb Lockwood saw Lance Lockwood seated sternly at
the desk, watching him.
“Grandfather, what do you wish to discuss?”
Caleb Lockwood proactively asked.
Lance Lockwood wasn’t in a hurry, slowly sipping West Lake Longjing tea, saying, “Not much… You’ve grown up, you’re an independent adult now, I’m old, and I originally didn’t want to interfere with you younger
ones…”
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Lance Lockwood barely began, but Caleb Lockwood already sensed the ending.
“Grandfather merely wishes to remind you… Love, as you age, starts to feel less significant… Your grandfather
mightck many things, but he’s still sharp at judging people… Some people, even if you don’t love her, might
still be the most suitable for you, suitable to be your wife, capable of bringing you good fortune… That’s
called having a ‘luck–bringing spouse“.”
“Yes, I understand your words.”
Caleb Lockwood maintained a respectful attitude, yet his gaze remained cold.
“You’re a clever child, you understand everything grandfather said…” Lance Lockwood took another sip, this
time his tone carried a hint of coercion.
“Moreover… No matter what stage you and Serena reach, that ire Shaw… as long as I’m alive, I’ll never let
her in the family, I hope you’re aware of this, don’t me your grandfather for not giving you a heads up.”
Outside the Lockwood Estate, Serena Jennings gradually bid goodbye to Lance Lockwood’s friends and was
about to leave.
ire Shaw stood nearby, seemingly idle, but not leaving.
Serena knew she was waiting for Caleb Lockwood.
Except forst night when she returned with Caleb Lockwood to prepare ahead for the birthday banquet, the
rest of the time, ire Shaw was always inseparable from Caleb Lockwood.
Finally, Caleb Lockwood walked out from the manor; the sky had already turned dark.
Serena initially intended to approach Caleb Lockwood to say goodbye.
Today, she was still considered the daughter–inw of the Lockwood Family, and when leaving, she had
greeted Arthur Lockwood and Lilian Young, so she felt it necessary not to leave out Caleb Lockwood.
“Caleb Lockwood, I’m leaving…”
“I’ll take you.”
Serena was taken aback.
Caleb’s handsome face showed no emotion as he spoke to her, then he turned to ire Shaw who
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approached and said, “Mr. Miller will arrive soon, I’ll have him take you home.”
ire Shaw’s eyes widened.
This incredulous expressionsted only briefly.
“Hmm, I understand…”
She bowed her head, unable to hide her disappointment.
Even Serena thought that the pitiful ire Shaw could easily evoke one’s protective instinct.
“Caleb, I understand you, so I won’t make it difficult for you.”
ire Shaw said, lifting her face and gazing affectionately into Caleb’s eyes.
She guessed that Lance Lockwood must have said something to Caleb.
Not long after, Mr. Miller arrived.
For the first time, Caleb Lockwood had a car but didn’t take ire Shaw home, instead asking Mr. Miller to do <ol><li>it. </li></ol>
Although he didn’t take ire Shaw home, he apanied her to Mr. Miller’s car.
Their reluctant farewell fell within Serena Jennings‘ sight, making her lose interest in riding with Caleb.
It wasn’t until Mr. Miller’s car drove far that Caleb returned to find Serena.
“I can go myself.”
“I’ll take you
Caleb Lockwood calmly emphasized,
Serena looked at Caleb’s cold expression and knew he wasn’t willing to take her; it was likely her grandfather’s request.
She sighed inwardly, understanding her grandfather’s good intentions, but it wasn’t necessary.
Neither for her nor Caleb Lockwood.
Serena, as always, nned to sit in the back seat, but Caleb insisted she sit in the front.
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“I need to talk to you.”
After saying this, Caleb opened the passenger door for her.
Serena had no choice but to sit in.
The ck Maybach drove swiftly.
Ten minutes had passed without a word from Caleb Lockwood; the atmosphere inside the car was tense. The
air–conditioning made her sneeze.
“Let’s reconcile!”
Serena, covering her mouth, heard those words and immediately turned to look at Caleb.
Caleb was driving, eyes on the road.
Serena thought she was hearing things until Caleb suddenly repeated:
“Let’s reconcile!”
“What did you say?”
Caleb abruptly braked; Serena, fortunately, had her seatbelt on, or she would have been thrown out.
The ck Maybach stopped by the roadside.
Without the streetlights, it blended with the surrounding darkness.
Inside the car, Serena felt scared.
The area around the Lockwood Estate was deste; now it waste at night, and she was alone with Caleb in a confined space.
Moreover, despite his words about reconciling, Caleb’s face showed no expression of reconciliation, his aura chillingly cold,
“Caleb Lockwood, there’s no need for us to reconcile. Let’s spare each other and proceed with the divorce formalities quickly…”
“Constantly talking about divorce with me, yet spending big money to curry favor with grandfather, so he’d put pressure on me–Serena, you really know how to y your hand.”
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