Chapter 69

The host of the party today was the Howard family. Their family was not as formidable as the Laines or Millers in River City, but they had been in business for several generations. They were also considered a wealthy family. Hugh Howard, who was in his 40s, was slightly on the chubby side, but he had a refined style. When he saw Sherman, he greeted him with a smile, “Why, Mr. Sherman Miller, it’s been a long time. Is your father doing well?” Sherman’s father had him quite late in life. He was over 70 years old this year and lived in seclusion. He rarely attended such occasions. Sherman smiled gently and replied, “Very well. He even said that you should come over to be a guest in our home when you have the time.” “I’ll definitely come to visit when I have the time!” Hugh smiled and looked at Suzy. “And who’s this?” Sherman held Suzy’s hand swiftly and introduced her with a small smile. “A friend of mine.” Suzy did not expect Sherman to suddenly hold her hand out of nowhere, so she