Chapter 1497

"Uncle Maxus, I'll say it one more time—they are my honored guests!" Pauline's voice carried a sharp edge of irritation. Her father, Jerome Lovelace, was the current head of the Lovelace family. Even senior family members like Maxus had to show restraint when she was truly angry. "Alright." Maxus forced a smile, clearly uncomfortable. "Then let these two young men come with us." With that settled, the group hurried toward the city gates. As they walked, Pauline turned to Wyatt and gave him an apologetic look. "I'm sorry about that. I didn't expect this situation. I hope it hasn't ruined your mood." "It's fine," Wyatt replied with a casual smile. He understood where the elders were coming from. If something major had happened within the Lovelace family, then inviting guests back home truly wasn't ideal. But Kingsley? That guy's hostility had nothing to do with the family crisis—it was personal. Feeling a sharp gaze on him, Wyatt looked up and locked eyes with Kin