Chapter 1529

Jared was surprised to see the Holders coming forward, but he did not show his displeasure openly. The item that Nachelle had gifted them was actually a classical painting that bore a history of more than a thousand years. As expected, it was a priceless work of art. Lloyd was appalled by the gesture. 'What's wrong with mom? Why would she give Nicole such an expensive gift?' Furthermore, if he remembered correctly, that particular painting was his grandfather's favorite. It was only then that Lloyd realized that something was not right. 'So many members from the Riddle family are here today, and all of them are dressed in the most decadent garments. What's going on?' Nicole looked at Nachelle, and was about to decline the gift when he took the painting with a smile, as he knew what Nachelle was thinking. "I'll accept this gift on behalf of Nicole. Young people like her don't know how to appreciate works of art like this." Nicole knew that her grandfather did not wish to offend an