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    Clutching a velvet-lined gift box, Wesley opened it with deliberate care and extended it toward Elena.


    Elena looked up in confusion. “This is…”


    Wesley’s face stayed unreadable, his lips parting just enough to say, “A gift.”


    Elena hesitated, refusing to ept it immediately. She tilted her head and studied Wesley intently. Even though every guest had brought a present, most were eager to win Alexander’s favor and secure a partnership with the Harper family. As the wealthiest family in the city, the Spencers didn’t require Wesley to offer gifts as tokens of goodwill.


    “Don’t want it?” Wesley asked, his brow creasing slightly. Perpetually maintaining a cold demeanor, Wesley exuded an air of detachment and intimidation.


    While many would have shivered under his scrutinizing gaze, Elena kept herposure. After a brief moment of contemtion, she finally epted the gift. It made perfect sense to forge a connection with the leader of the Spencer family.


    Seeing Wesley’s lingering gaze, Elena said politely, “Thank you. What brings you here?”


    With his hands casually tucked in his pockets, Wesley replied calmly, “Jeffry sent me an invitation.”


    Elena nodded and let the conversation drop. Clearly, Jeffry’s invitation was the reason for Wesley’s presence—no wonder he hade.


    Together they stood, one exuding rugged charm and the other radiating beauty, appearing almost inseparable to the onlookers.


    “Wasn’t it rumored that Elena was discovered in Foiclens? How could she possibly know Wesley?”


    She must wield remarkable influence—after all, not only did she persuade Wesley to attend the banquet, but she evenpelled him to present a gift. I believe it’s the rare pigeon blood ruby from the Spencer mines!”


    “I heard that someone offered billions for that very ruby, and though Wesley declined to sell it, he still chose to gift it to Elena!”


    “What exactly is the nature of their rtionship? Whatever it is, it certainly suggests that our children should visit the Harper family more often.”


    The socialites who had once derided Elena were now ovee with confusion, envy, and sudden fear. They had never imagined that Elena would be acquainted with Wesley. If she were to mention what had transpired earlier… The consequences made them uneasy, and they watched the scene, holding their breath.


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    At the sound of themotion, several Harper family members approached, their attention drawn to the gift Wesley had presented.


    Alexander found himself wondering when his beloved daughter had grown so close to Wesley.


    Jeffry’s face darkened with displeasure as he silently fumed about Wesley. He was well aware that Wesley had developed an affection for his sister.


    Alexander smiled at Wesley and asked, “Mr. Spencer, why didn’t you notify us of your arrival? Elena is still young, and such an extravagant gift is far too much for her. Your generosity is astounding.”


    Observing both Alexander’s and Jeffry’s cautious expressions, Wesley replied casually, “It’s just a small gift, no big deal.”


    In a protective gesture, Jeffry stepped in front of Elena, keeping a wary eye on Wesley. He then asked, “Weren’t you supposed to go to the Imperial Club tonight? Why are you here?”


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