Chapter 1274 Helping Your Daughter

The call was from Lucius, who expressed his intentions plainly. "Your daughter has compromised the others' interest by participating in the meeting. The Whitman family won't offer her their support, and I have my own plans to deal with her tomorrow." Hearing that, Marie clenched her fists. She had long outgrown her innocence. "How do you suggest we cooperate?" Lucius chuckled softly at her response, and it sounded like he was taking a drag off a cigarette. At present, he stood on the top floor of Hawford's central building, surveying his surroundings. His business partners were enjoying some fine drinks and beautiful women's company. Snuffing out his cigarette, Lucius glanced at the crowd offering him toasts. He gently swirled his wine glass and raised a brow, prompting his bodyguards to clear the crowd around him. In truth, the private banquet's attendees were shrewd and perceptive. Upon witnessing the scene, the crowd exchanged knowing glances and gave up on approaching Lucius