Chapter 436 A Polite Smile, a Hidden Threat 

But soon, Xavier’s assistant stepped in and handled the reporters. 

After Xavier entered the room, he first paid his respects to Maria. 

Nathan’s face lit up with nervous excitement and hope when he saw him. 

Sadly, Xavier did not even glance at him. Instead, he turned to Eric. 

Eric. Mr. Nolan?” Xavier gave a light laugh. “I’ve heard so much about you. Seeing you in person, you truly live up to your eputation. A rare young talent.” 

Eric looked at the elderly man in front of him. 

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By his looks, the man was around his mid–sixties. He wore a black suit with a white shirt underneath. A wooden cane rested land. 

His face had almost no wrinkles, and his skin was unusually fair. 

What stood out most were his blue eyes–deep and cold, like the ocean in winter. Impossible to read. 

Every movement he made carried a heavy pressure. 

Without realizing it, people felt the urge to treat him with respect, almost like a god. 

Eric remained calm. His tone was flat.” 

‘You flatter me, Pop.” 

Cavier hated being called old. 

His expression almost slipped. For a moment, he nearly lost control of his composure. 

But experience showed. He quickly recovered. 

“I’ve been thinking about a possible partnership with Nolan Group.” Xavier said “Why don’t we have dinner together later 27 

Eric refused without hesitation. “14y wife just lost her mother. This isn’t a good time.” 

Xavier fell silent at that excuse. 

Left with no choice, he cast a glance at Alice, as if doing her a favor 

“So you’re the real daughter,” he said lightly. “You seem rather lucky? 

Alice lifted her eyes. She smiled, but it didn’t reach them 

“Mr. Sarratt, do you practice physiognomy?” 

“A little.” 

“Then can you see this?” Alice asked. “Can you see that you’re about to face serious trouble?” 

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Xavier’s expression finally cracked. 

“Mr. Nolan,” he said sharply, “your wife is speaking out of line. Are you not going to stop her?” 

Eric’s voice wasn’t loud, but every word was clear. 

“Sorry. In my family, my wife makes the decisions. I don’t have much authority. I can’t help you.” 

Xavier realized he had underestimated Alice. 

She had completely won Eric over. 

His family had always been wary of Eric. Back then, they had worked with certain local forces and set a trap, turni vegetable. Otherwise, their family’s secrets would never have stayed hidden. 

When they later learned that Eric had woken up, the entire family panicked. 

Luckily, although Eric was awake, he was no longer as capable as before. 

Even so, they were still on alert. 

This time, Xavier had returned to the country under the excuse of recovery. In truth, his goal was still Eric. Either Eric his family would lose everything. 

There was no third option. 

Today’s friendly words were only a test. 

Since the other side refused to engage, Xavier chose to act as if nothing had happened. 

He smiled calmly, appearing gentle and generous. 

“In that case, I won’t disturb you.” 

He then turned to speak with Nathan, offering what looked like comfort for the loss of his wife, 

But Nathan’s expression was overly flattering. Anyone could see he was trying to please Xavier 

He didn’t seem to care that his wife had died or that he still needed to arrange the funeral, 

Alice slowly looked away 

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“Ms. Spencer, may I speak with you?” Gracie asked politely as she stepped forward. 

Her tone was respectful, almost like she was speaking to an elder. 

Alice looked at her. She knew Gracie wanted to ask about her identity. 

There was no real need to keep hiding it forever. After a brief pause, Alice nodded and walked out with her. 

They stopped in a quiet corner. 

Gracie’s expression turned serious at once. 

“You’re my Patron,” she said firmly. 

There was no hesitation. No testing. She was certain. 

Alice was slightly surprised. “You’re sure?” 

Gracie lowered her head. 

Who else would ask such questions so directly, if not the Patron herself? 

She wasn’t like the clueless Spencers. 

Gracie said, “Stop joking with me. I could never mistake you for someone else.” 

Alice turned to look out the window. 

“What are you planning to do about the Sarratts?” 

Gracie knew there had always been bad blood between Alice and the Sarratts. 

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in the past, Alice had controlled the company’s direction from within the organization. That alone had made the company and the Sarratts natural rivals. 

Even though Gracie wanted to side with the Sarratts now, they would never accept het. 

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Chapter 437 A Game of Lines and Loyalties