Chapter 290

Serena’s POV The crowd parted as Silas Parker made his way toward us. "Mrs. Serena Quinn-Blackwood," Silas announced loudly enough for nearby guests to hear. "What an unexpected pleasure. I didn't think you'd actually honor us with your presence." His tone made it clear my attendance was anything but a pleasure. The calculated gleam in his eyes told me he'd been counting on it. Ethan's smile never reached his eyes as he responded. "Mr. Parker specifically sent invitations to the Quinn family. How could we possibly decline such a... thoughtful gesture?" "Though we weren't aware," I added smoothly, "that someone exiled from the Quinn family had suddenly become so chummy with the Parkers. When exactly did that fascinating development occur?" Edward fixed his cold gaze on Ethan, his lip curling with disdain. "Is this how Liam raised his children? To address their elders without proper respect? Disgraceful." Ethan let out a contemptuous laugh. "Someone thrown out of the family by our grandf