Chapter 22: Preparing for the Birthday Banquet

Meanwhile, at the Thor family estate in San Francisco. People flooded in and out of the estate, the place illuminated brightly despite the late hour. Today was Thor's eightieth birthday! In their line of work, reaching eighty was an achievement! For this reason, the family was hosting a grand banquet, inviting friends and relatives from all around. Thor initially didn't want to attend the banquet. He feared attracting trouble and knew that celebrating his eightieth birthday would bring many enemies looking for an opportunity. But he couldn't refuse because he had one request—something he must accomplish before he dies. That request was to see Lucy. He knew that Lucy and Joseph had eloped long ago and were hiding in another country. Lucy, his most beloved granddaughter. When Lucy wanted to marry Joseph, Thor was against it. Later, an incident occurred, leading Lucy to leave the family, which Thor found unbelievable. He couldn't understand why Lucy was so disobedient. Did sh