Love beyond the mask (Whitney) novel Chapter 407

Tiana was absolutely gobsmacked, "Whitney! Can you believe Ludwik is such a big deal? He's Jason's son, the top bachelor of Harmonia Country, straight from Emperor City. And here I was, thinking he was already a catch in Banyan City.

Shame he's a jerk, otherwise, you could really consider getting back together. Imagine being the leading lady of Harmonia Country."

Whitney was speechless, Tiana's flip-flopping was legendary.

"Seriously, the way the Lippert family rolled out the red carpet for him, it's clear how much Jason values Ludwik! The man really does let his achievements speak for themselves," Tiana couldn't help but admit.

Whitney glanced at the handsome figure again, noting he hadn't even mentioned his trip to Emperor City. After their argument, it seemed he had quickly moved on, no longer feeling the need to communicate with her.

Do men really move on that quickly? She felt a surprising pang of loss and scoffed at herself as she put down her tablet...

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Emperor City.

At the airport, Ludwik stood out, greeted by the Lippert family's top brass - executives, management, and shareholders.

They all nodded in unison, "Welcome home, young master!"

Even Parker, who was no stranger to grandeur, was taken aback by the spectacle.

Ludwik, however, maintained his cool composure, merely nodding in acknowledgment, his face betraying little emotion.

Seeing his son, Jason was filled with pride. His son had the demeanor of a true leader, seemingly uninterested in the pomp and circumstance.

The old man was visibly delighted to welcome his son, "Ludwik, it's good to have you back!"

Cameras discreetly set up by the media captured the moment from a distance, the reporters shooting with a respectful air.

Ludwik glanced over, his lips parting slightly, "Father."

Jason's eyes moistened at the address, a term of endearment he had longed to hear for nearly a decade since discovering Ludwik's lineage.

"Let's head to the car. We're going to Everwood Villa Estate to see the family first... These are the company's senior shareholders; they'll be reporting to you as you take over the group. By the way... Where are Tate, Jesse, and Derek?" Jason asked the company's chief secretary.

The secretary, slightly troubled, glanced at Ludwik, "Mr. Chairman, those executives were dispatched by Jarvis to handle an urgent land issue and couldn't make it..."

Ludwik, hearing familiar names, raised an eyebrow, his lips curling slightly.

Jason paused, "Alright. Let's get in the car, Ludwik."

As they approached the vehicle, Ludwik gave Parker a look.

Parker immediately understood and left the airport on his own.

His mission in Emperor City with Ludwik was primarily to look for Sammy.

Moreover, being new and unsure of the Lippert family's dynamics, he could offer Ludwik some level of protection.

Ludwik was anxious about Sammy and had asked him to find a certain black car upon landing.

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The Lippert Resort, nestled at the pinnacle of Brew Hill in Emperor City, boasted tens of thousands of hectares, with its own snow-capped mountains, private lake, helipad, and golf course.

Brew Hill, a gathering place for Emperor City's elite, was home to the villas of other notable families below the Lippert Resort.

A modest car parked outside -

The gates of the Lippert Resort opened wide, the head butler leading a line of servants, "Welcome home, master and young master!"

Inside the grandiose Lippert family living room, numerous guests were already seated.

Ludwik, with his cool demeanor, strode in alongside Jason.

"Is this Ludwik? My, isn't he handsome!" exclaimed Thea, gracefully approaching in a flowing gown.