Chapter 741

Lily glanced at Neal, who happened to be looking back at her. At that moment, their eyes locked, and time seemed to freeze. Neal turned away, a peculiar smile spreading across his face. Lily arched an eyebrow, and her lips curled into a subtle smile. From the documents Belinda had left her, she knew that Neal was the eldest son of Curtis Hutchinson and held a pivotal role in the Hutchinson family. Unlike other families, the patriarch of the Hutchinson family could appoint any successor of their choosing. Curtis was the current patriarch, and for decades, he had wielded substantial power within the family without designating an heir. Neal had garnered the most favor from Curtis and was responsible for nearly all family affairs except for the major decisions. The Hutchinson family seldom participated in social gatherings, so Neal's presence today clearly signaled that he was there for her. Guests began to arrive one after another. Lily and Loid casually sipped their drinks,