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    Yet now, Elyse’s actions had escted, causing Jolie to faint from rage. Her ingratitude knew no bounds.


    Upon hearing this, Alexander’s demeanor grew ice-cold, radiating an oppressive aura. He had spared Elyse by only banishing her from the manor, allowing her to remain in the as a sign of restraint. But since she insisted on testing his patience, he would not hesitate to act decisively. The Harper family owed her nothing.


    His tone sharp, Alexander ordered, “No matter who Elyse associates with, she is forbidden here. Double the security at the gate. If she returns, alert me at once.”


    “Understood!” the butler responded firmly.


    While Alexander remained unaware, Elena quickly pieced it together—Elyse must have been using Keith’s father’s vehicle.


    “Dad, Elyse is dating Keith Martin, the deputy mayor’s son. I have some personal conflict with Keith,” Elena said. She suspected that her feud had now involved the Harper family.


    Elena braced herself, expecting her father’s rebuke, but Alexander surprised her. “Did he mistreat you?” His voice was filled with concern.


    Caught off guard, Elena replied, “He tried to force my friend to drink with him. I hit him, and I wasn’t harmed.”


    Hearing this, Alexander’s stern expression softened. “You did the right thing,” he reassured her.


    Elena nearlyughed—she had struck the deputy mayor’s son, yet her father remained unfazed. “Dad, aren’t you upset that I caused trouble?” she asked.


    “That’s not trouble. You defended yourself, and that’s what matters,” Alexander replied calmly.


    Elena realized then—her father was incredibly protective of her.


    Even though Alexander offered no criticism, Elena knew Keith was targeting her, and she resolved to handle it. A thought crossed her mind, and she asked the butler, “Do you know why Elyse came here?”


    The butler shook his head. “Mrs. Harper dismissed me before they spoke. I couldn’t overhear.”


    Elena sighed—only when Jolie regained consciousness would they uncover Elyse’s motives. To confront Elyse, they would first need to deal with Keith.


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    Coincidentally, a private banquet was set for the next evening, a gathering for the’s political elite.


    Though Elena hadn’t nned on attending, circumstances now demanded her presence.


    Alexander decided to remain home to care for Jolie.


    Elena prepared to go out to secure an invitation. Previously, someone had offered her one, but she had discarded it. Without an invitation, gaining entry would be impossible.


    Just as Elena stepped outside, Wesley appeared. She arched a brow, “What are you doing here?”


    Wesley lowered his car window and handed her an envelope.


    “Thought you might need this. Consider it a favor.”


    Elena was quietly astonished. How had Wesleye to know about her ns to attend this banquet?


    With a knowing smirk, Wesley said, “The Harper family’s business doesn’t stay under wraps for long. To confront Keith effectively, this event is your best opportunity.”


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