Free Web NovelChapter 1602: Chapter 1602: Justin Kingston’s Extraordinary Status
Taylor inwardly cursed Ian Shelby a thousand times—
On the surface, he didn’t want to be the Prince and even deliberately disappeared for so many years. When his father’s life was in danger, he suddenly appeared.
It’s quite possible that he’s been in touch with Eden the whole time, intending to ambush them!
Lorelei’s appearance absolutely added to his mother’s discontent.
Taylor felt this way; he and Ian Shelby had opposing vibes, and the brothers’ personalities were like night and day.
Meanwhile, in Ian Shelby’s mind, he had contemplated and started excluding the possibility that Taylor was involved in his father’s poisoning, just a hunch.
Excluding the son’s suspicion didn’t mean he could exclude the mother’s suspicion.
This incident could very well be Catherine’s doing, just that she kept it hidden from her own son, as it entails significant risk.
In Ian Shelby’s heart, he had identified Catherine as the prime suspect.
Lorelei is a diplomatic powerhouse with well-established systems in place. Due to Justin Kingston’s influence internationally, he maintains good relations with many royal families.
Therefore, the welcome banquet Lorelei hosted for him was of an exceptionally high standard.
The royal family has a castle specifically for hosting banquets, and tonight, they will invite high-standing individuals from the political and business sectors, as well as key national leaders and royal nobility.
Everyone knew Justin Kingston was coming to the royal family and felt particularly honored and excited.
Even though he was already married, numerous socialites and princesses remained very attentive to him, each carefully adorned, attending in splendid attire, dreaming of a chance encounter.
At dusk, the welcome dinner officially commenced.
The lawn outside the castle was lined with luxury cars, the beautiful sunset shining down as if gilding the world with gold.
King Bertie looked in a decent state from consuming a special medication.
His luxurious attire naturally attracted attention, since many had not seen the King for quite a while due to his health issues.
The King had learned about the relationship between Justin Kingston and Lorelei and also anticipated the purpose of Justin Kingston’s visit; he must assist his son, and also himself.
To express gratitude to Justin Kingston, the King decided to attend.
Simultaneously, the King felt quite moved, arriving early at the banquet site, personally inspecting the evening’s food and reception standards, and communicating with the household manager for perfection without disgracing the royal family.
It wasn’t hard to see the King attached great importance to the banquet.
Princess Catherine also attended in elegant attire, as if she walked straight out of a fairy tale, her dazzling crown sparkling as she intimately clung to the King’s arm, wearing a graceful smile, always by his side, she seemed the most favored.
Actually, she was already happy, and today’s act was somewhat intended for Ian Shelby to see.
Seeing this scene, Ian Shelby felt indeed uneasy, his thoughts drifting again toward his mother.
Over twenty years ago, his mother and father were a pair of loving partners; his mother also appeared in elegant attire, accompanying his father to various events, envied by those around them.
Jocelyn, as Justin Kingston’s sister, accompanied Justin Kingston, along with five other dignified architects whose refined air was evident.
They were undoubtedly also the focus of the night; was this a gathering of fresh young faces?
Numerous princesses and socialites had their eyes feasting directly.
The venue resounded with violin music, even the handkerchief napkins folded into beautiful and elegant shapes, every detail exuding sophistication.
On the dining table, eight glasses were neatly placed before each seat, designated for water, champagne, red wine, white wine, port wine...
Beside each seat, attendants were stationed for service, overseen continuously by the beverage manager and staff, striving to cater to every distinguished guest present.
The evening’s food was particularly lavish, with dishes meticulously crafted, as attractive as artworks.
Every dish was so beautiful it was hard to divert one’s gaze; the serving process was managed and coordinated by a specialized system, this standard was akin to a royal feast.
