Married a Secret Billionaire novel Chapter 1242

Toph shrugged, neither confirming nor denying the statement.

Indeed, a deep-rooted connection existed between the Bakers and the Harpers. It was said that both families had come to Melorian seeking opportunities in the early 20th century, and they had developed a strong friendship.

During a later war, someone from the Harpers took a bullet for someone from the Bakers, forging a life-saving bond. Once the Bakers' older generation prospered, they wholeheartedly helped the Harpers' older generation achieve success as well, and this friendship continued to this day.

"It's not just that." Toph chuckled. "Some relatives from our grandmother's side also married into the Harpers. With this strong alliance, they're invincible in the investment industry in Melorian!"

As Toph said that, he stretched his arms and made a sweeping gesture as if clearing the enemy forces.

Lina couldn't help but laugh at his playful demeanor. However, when she glanced at Zuko, she saw that he remained calm with a straight face.

"Hey, Pammy!" Toph continued jokingly. "Many talented young men from the Bakers are coming with my grandmother. They're all intelligent and good-looking. Do you want to—"

Before he could finish his sentence, he received a punch on his head.

Zuko glared at him as if he wanted to gobble him up.

"Uh... Anyway, I conveyed the message!" Toph rubbed his head while running away. "Grandma will arrive in Centrolis the day after tomorrow! Zuko, you go pick her up!"

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The welcome party for Janine was arranged at Splendor Hotel. News of her arrival in Centrolis spread quickly, and many wealthy businessmen and politicians tried to get an invitation to the event.

However, Zephyr had already announced that only the four major families and the Thompsons would be entertained.

Although Janine was getting older, her presence was still as imposing as ever. As soon as she entered the hall, she exuded a sense of pressure.

Cordelia happily greeted her and affectionately called, "Mom!"

A short while later, the two couples stood together before Janine.

Seeing her two precious grandsons finally finding their partners, Janine was overjoyed. She walked in between Lina and Renee, with each of them holding one of her arms.

Toph's outstretched hand hovered in the air. He grimaced. "Bro, shouldn't our grandmother be holding our hands?"

Zuko laughed. "I guess we'll have to accept our fate..."

"What?"

"From now on, we're not her grandsons anymore. We've become grandsons-in-law!"

Lina didn't imagine her meeting with Janine would go so smoothly. Still, she was nervous about walking next to such a kind yet imposing grandmother, afraid she might upset her if she did something wrong.