Chapter 438

The Lodge family‘s house was not in the center of Brown City but in the suburbs. It was a large estate
that covered a vast area with beautiful scenery of the mountains and rivers.

No one knew when the Lodge family first started living here, as it had been many years. The rumor that
the Lodge family was an old kickboxing family passed down from generation to generation was also an
unconfirmed legend. No one knew whether members of the Lodge family knew kickboxing as no one
had seen it with their own eyes and could verify it.

Nowadays, members of the Lodge family are mainly engaged in business. Of course, not everyone
was, as there were professors, doctors, and others. They were a large family, and others tended to feel
awe when someone mentioned the Lodge family. However, no one knew the direct lineage, which
made their family even more mysterious.

There were many cars along the way. The tire marks and the pressed snow on the road were
noticeable. It was most likely due to her grandfather‘s upcoming birthday. The car was stopped when it
reached the gate as they needed to show their invitation card.

Alexander slightly loosened his collar and was about to take out the invitation card when Lily lowered
the car window and looked at the guard, “It‘s me.”

It had been quite some time since her return, so the guard was taken aback. He finally recognized her
only after taking a second, closer look.

The guard quickly reacted after he recognized her, “Ms. Lily?! You‘re back!”

“Yeah, I‘m here to celebrate grandpa‘s birthday,” she said in a low voice.

“Quick, open the gate!” He waved his hand, “Go and tell the master Ms. Lily is home!”



They all looked excited. It seemed that they still welcomed her home. Alexander watched her raise the
car window with a solemn expression. He did not say anything and just held her hand softly.

It was another ten–minute drive from the manor‘s gate before finally stopping in front of the house.
There were already a lot of cars parked at the entrance. Lily glanced out and saw Justin‘s car. It was
only natural for him to be here on a day like this.

However, she did not want to go inside in front of so many people. She did not like to socialize on such
noisy occasions.

“I‘ll be the representative and bring the gifts in. It shouldn‘t be difficult for you to use other entrances,
avoid other people and go in to meet your grandfather, right?” Alexander gave her a plan when he saw
her hesitation.

He came today, not only as her husband but also on behalf of the Russell family. This was the
necessary social interaction that she did not enjoy partaking in. He also did not want her to be in such
an environment that might cause unwanted gossip. Therefore it was better for them to do things
separately.

Lily nodded and agreed to his arrangement as it was better for them.

Alexander prepared an art masterpiece packed in a velvet box as a gift. It was easy to carry, but Lily‘s
wooden crane sculpture had to be specially transported by car.

Alexander leaned over and planted a kiss on her forehead. He said, “I‘ll look for you after I‘ve finished
entertaining here.” “Okay!” She replied obediently and watched him get out of the car and walk up the
stairs. Edward was following closely behind, holding the velvet box.


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