Chapter 954
Romello wore a polite smile on his face, maintaining courtesy without losing respect.
Elliot, on the other hand, did not look pleased.
His gaze was cold as he replied, “If it weren’t for Nana’s insistence on coming, I might have taken Nathaniel away by force today.”
“Mr. Jenkins, you’re such a funny man,” Romello replied, his smile growing even warmer. “All the grievances from over a year ago are in the past. Nathaniel has acknowledged his mistakes and won’t engage in any reckless behavior again. I’ll have him apologize to you tonight, hoping to resolve any lingering between you two.”
Elliot snorted disdainfully, acting extremely arrogantly. Then, he led Sheena into the garden.
As more guests gathered in the garden, Nathaniel, dressed in an elegant navy blue suit, stood behind the curtains, watching Romello greet guests with a smile.
He glanced at his watch. There were still 15 minutes before the banquet officially began.
This might be the opportunity he was waiting for.
With that thought in mind, Nathaniel left the room and walked casually down the hallway of the grand mansion.
As the butler passed by, carrying items, Nathaniel quietly brushed against him.
“Oops!”
Seeing the expensive glass bottle about to fall, Nathaniel quickly caught it, skillfully slipping his right hand into the butler’s pocket.
‘Are you alright?”
“Thank you, Mr. Nathaniel, I’m fine.”
The butler bowed in gratitude before hurrying away with the bottle.
Nathaniel watched him leave, tightening his grip on the small key in his hand.
Over the past few days, Nathaniel had been observing the butler’s schedule for going up. to the top floor and his habit of using his pockets, making it easy for Nathaniel to take the
key.
While everyone’s attention was focused on the garden, he casually made his way up to the top floor.
Unlocking the door, he quietly slipped into the hallway, his movements swift and silent.
Before returning to the Nicholls family, Sheena had told him about the suspected location of Vanda’s room.
With a clear goal in mind, Nathaniel headed straight for the fourth closed door on the left.
He opened the door and was stunned to see the room’s interior.
Under the dark sky, the Nicholls residence was adorned with lights and decorations, creating a beautiful scene.
The clinking of glasses and the chatter of guests filled the air, adding to the harmony of
the occasion.
Sheena and Elliot glanced occasionally toward the darkened top floor.
Meanwhile, Lionel and Jacintha enjoyed champagne, engaging Romello in conversation.
Despite feeling a bit annoyed, Romello, mindful of their guest status, especially as they were from the Jenkins family, did not show his irritation too obviously.
Jacintha praised Romello incessantly and bombarded him with questions.
It was incredibly distracting, but Romello remained focused, quickly summoning a
servant.
“The event is starting in just two minutes. Check on Nathaniel to see if he’s ready to greet the guests. Is he planning to make a grand entrance like a debutante?”
Romello’s tone grew stern, clearly irritated by Jacintha’s persistent interruptions.
“Yes, Mr. Romello,” the servant responded promptly, sensing Romello’s annoyance.
Lionel and Jacintha exchanged nervous glances.
Trying to ease the tension, Jacintha chimed in, “Mr. Romello, Mr. Nathaniel hasn’t been back to Froania for almost a year. Perhaps he’s a bit nervous.”
Changing the subject, Lionel asked, “Mr. Romello, it’s a Nicholls family event. Why haven’t we seen Madam Nicholls?”
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When asked about his mother, Romello’s expression turned serious, indicating that he treated the matter with caution.
