Chapter 10

Ezra gripped his wine glass tightly, his knuckles turning slightly white. He stiffened all over before turning to approach the Powells and find out what was going on. At that moment, Alan was immersed in lively chatter over clinking glasses. The Powell family was now allied with the Newmans, who held great influence in Arton's energy industry. They were also backed by the Walkers in Jeston. Right now, Alan could walk around Arton like he owned the place. Many people took the chance to approach and flatter him. "Mr. Powell, you're really lucky. Your eldest daughter married Mr. Walker, and your youngest daughter is now Mr. Newman's wife. You're the father-in-law of two prominent families in the energy industry!" Someone still in the dark asked, "I thought Emily had called off the engagement with the Walkers. I saw it in the papers!" Alan stepped forward to clear things up. "Oh, about that! Young couples these days often quarrel. Emily's got quite a bad temper, and Tristan's the onl