Chapter 765 Never Given

"Just as I thought, it's a family gathering. Only familiar faces are here," Emelie said. Then, she smiled and greeted, "Mr. Swanson, Mr. Middleton, Mr. Collins." "Since we're all familiar, let's not stand on ceremony. I'll use the plum wine that you gave me to entertain the guests." Just then, a maid wheeled Samuel out of the kitchen. Emelie didn't sit in the living room and walked straight to him. "Even though the doctor says your legs are improving, you should still be careful and not move too much. What are you doing in the kitchen?" Emelie asked. Samuel gave a slight smile and held up the wine bottle. "Just getting the wine." William observed them quietly. Patrice was also present that evening. She quietly perched on the armrest of William's sofa and whispered, "Will, you certainly have your share of rivals. Wesley is Emelie's idealized figure from the past, and Lyle is more of a casual fling. My ex-fiance, however, is clearly a significant rival." Samuel was handsome an