Chapter 16
Because of what Jordan sald, Adrian arrived early at Solvane Park by noon. He tried calling Juliana using his number and Jordan’s, but none of the calls went through.
With no other choice, he went to her apartment and knocked. He knocked for a full ten minutes and still got no answer. The calm he’d barely managed to hold together all moming completely collapsed. His face turned stormy black again.
Jordan asked, “Could Ms. Bennett have already left and gone straight to the Callahan residence
As soon as Adrian heard she might’v
‘ve gone ahead without him, his frustration almost exploded. “Did she leave by herself?” “Why don’t you call Mrs. Callaban?” Jordan suggested.
Adrian pulled out his phone and called Lydia.
Lydia picked up and said she’d already spoken to Juliana, who was on her way to the Callahan residence. She sounded puzzled, “Why did you call me? Just
Adrian’s jaw tightened his veins were practically bulging. He wouldn’t be calling her if he could get through to Juliana. I’m heading back now,” he said flatly
He didn’t mention the fact that Juliana had blocked him. It was way too embarrassing.
Lydia said, “Fine, but you’d better apologize properly when you get here. And promise her you won’t ever see that Yvette again.”
She wasn’t taking any chances. The whole household was practically in meltdown mode, especially now that everyone knew Yvette had uterine cancer. I’d be the end of the Callahan bloodline if Adrian married her.
Adrian was already on edge from Juliana leaving without him. Hearing that he had to make some grand promise was beyond irritating. “This whole thing
y will no longer treat you as a grandson.”
Lydia cut him off. “Your grandparents said if this wedding falls through, they’re done with you. They s
Was he about to get disowned by every elder in the family?
His breathing became heavier. “Why do they like Juliana so much?”
“Talk about good fortune–you’re made for each other.
He was speechless. How could he and Juliana be a perfect match?
Lydia didn’t care. “Enough whining. Get back here. And remember everything I just said.”
Before he could say anything else, she hung up. He stared at Juliana’s closed door and was so mad that he could chew bricks.
Despite her apparent lack of appealing qualities, Including a volatile temper, Juliana bad Inexplicably charmed the entire family.
Then again, when it came to elders, one didn’t have to do much.
Juliana arrived at the Callahan residence before Adrian
Lydia cheerfully welcomed her. “My dear, I know you’ve been put through a lot.”
“Mrs. Callahan, I brought a little something for you,” Juliana said politely, handing her a small velvet box,
Lydia’s smile deepened. “You didn’t have to! I’m the one who insisted you come why bring a gift?”
Juliana’s poise only made Lydia like her more..
She couldn’t understand how the Larson family had missed the mark so badly. How could they say Juliaga wasn’t as good as Yvette?
“I just thought this brooch would suit you,” Juliana added.
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“You’re so thoughtful. I’ve got something for you too,” Lydia said, taking her hand and leading her upstairs.
While Juliana had only brought a brooch, Lydia pulled out a luxury diamond necklare
When she saw the diamonds sparkling under the light, she shook her heal. “That’s too expensive. I can’t accept it.”
“I got it especially for you. When I was in Panomba last month with Keira, we picked up two–one for her and ope for you.”
Whether that was true or not, what she moant was that she treated Juliana as family,
Given all the drama with Yvette the day before, the necklace was clearly an olive branch must to smooth things
Still, Juliana shook her head “I really can’t take it.”
Things between her and Adrian hadn’t improved. There was no way she would accept anything from the Callahans
But Lydia wouldn’t hear of it. She insisted and even fastened it around Juliana’s neck herself.
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Juliana was wearing a low–cut gown that day, and the diamond necklace only elevated her whole look. She suddenly radiated elegance and grace.
Lydu besmed. “See? I knew it would look good on you. The moment I saw this necklace, I thought it was made for you.”
“Well, thank you.” Since she wouldn’t back down, Juliana figured politeness was the better choice.
They chatted and laughed on their way downstairs Just as Adrian walked in.
The moment he saw the diamond necklace on fultansa’s neck, be froze
He recognized it—it was the one Lydia had brought back from Panemia last month.
She said at the time it was for his future daughter
