Chapter 578: The Hint

Tonight's banquet was completely ruined. The father never dreamed his son would do something so rebellious at such an event. Duncan had always talked about marrying Silvia, but the father never took it seriously because Silvia's status was different. Silvia's family didn't need an alliance marriage, especially since she was the heir to her family. If she were to marry, it would be to bring a son-in-law into her family, not send her away. Silvia's marriage to Cyril had been an exception. Everyone knew Silvia liked Cyril back then. Now that Silvia had officially taken over her family’s business, her status had changed. Thinking about marrying her now was foolish. "You’re really foolish! Marrying Ophelia would benefit both families, but you embarrassed her in front of everyone. If word gets out, how do you think people will talk about you and our family? You've disgraced our family and Ophelia's too!" The mother was furious and politely sent all the guests away, leaving only the famil