Sloane, don’t bla her.
If you’re going to bla anyone, bla your own hypocrisy!
Afterwards, that person also left the parking lot.
*
The next day, Selena woke up to find Sterling was no longer by her side.
After freshening up, she went downstairs.
"Selie is here? Perfect, co and join us."
Just as she walked down, Selena saw Patriarch Norwood preparing to say sothing to Sterling.
Seeing her coming down, Patriarch Norwood paused and then spoke to Selena.
Selena was a bit puzzled but obediently walked over.
"Grandpa, is there sothing you need?"
Once Selena sat down on the sofa, Patriarch Norwood continued.
"Every year after the New Year, the Norwood Family hosts a banquet at Aethelgard’s Peak. You should try to manage it this ti."
The previous year’s banquet at Aethelgard’s Peak was when the Norwood Family announced Selena’s identity.
But that ti, Patriarch Norwood handled all the arrangents.
Selena and Sterling rarely appeared together at large celebrity banquets, making this event particularly important to Patriarch Norwood.
He intended to let Selena engage with internal family matters.
Hence, he specifically reminded Selena.
Upon hearing Patriarch Norwood’s words, Selena rembered that her identity was revealed at the sa ti last year.
She smiled and said, "Grandpa, don’t worry, I’ll make sure everything goes smoothly."
The responsibilities of the Norwood Family’s Lady don’t just co with glory and status; they also entail significant responsibilities.
Arranging the venue, selecting the staff, crafting the guest list—all these require considerable effort.
Patriarch Norwood nodded, "If you don’t understand sothing, ask Herman. That kid knows quite a bit about handling this."
"Alright."
After explaining this, Patriarch Norwood left the living room.
Only Selena and Sterling remained in the living room.
Sterling said to her, "If you find it tiring, just let Silvester handle it."
Sterling didn’t hesitate to bring Silvester into the conversation as a shield.
Selena giggled.
"Silvester is unlucky to have you as a brother."
Selena knew Sterling worried about her getting tired, but she didn’t fear having a lot of responsibilities.
After all, she’s been doing well with the support of the Norwood Family and can’t shy away from her duties.
"It’s no trouble. I’ll take care of it."
"The only thing is..."
Selena frowned slightly, "How do we select the guest list for the banquet?"
The high society of Aethelgard has no shortage of socialites and nobles; Selena herself doesn’t even know all the families involved.
What’s more, she has to choose which families are eligible to attend the Norwood Family’s banquet.
"If you’re happy, then choose them. If not, then drop them."
Hearing Sterling’s response, Selena looked at him helplessly.
Her brows were filled with softness and helplessness, "I say, Mr. Norwood, I’m talking about serious business here. Could you be a bit more serious?"
Sterling smirked and leaned in.
"I ant what I said."
He bowed his head and nuzzled Selena’s cheek.
To Sterling, his wife as the Norwood Family’s Lady naturally has the right to decide who gets to attend the banquet.
Even if she acted impulsively, he’d gladly help her resolve any issues.
Who would dare have an opinion at a banquet hosted by the Norwood Family?
Selena beca more resigned, "Forget it, I’ll find ti to ask Herman for a guest list."
Herman is the manager of Aethelgard’s Peak, so he certainly has a list of families eligible to enter.
She can select from that list at the ti.
"Alright, don’t overwork yourself."
"I won’t."
Selena placed great importance on preparing the Norwood Family’s banquet this ti around.
Although it’s her first ti organizing their banquet, she’s handled similar events before, so it’s not much of a challenge.
Selena went to Aethelgard’s Peak in the afternoon to see Herman, and after discussing several tis, she finalized the guest list for this banquet.
"Hmm? Osborne Family..."
Seeing the Osborne Family’s na on the list, Selena paused.
She only knew one person from the Osborne Family—Phoebe Osborne. As for what the Osborne Family actually did, she was clueless.
"Madam, is there a problem?"
Herman asked from the side.
Selena pointed at the booklet and inquired, "Do you know what area the Osborne Family is primarily involved in?"
Herman chuckled, "The Osborne Family has historically served in the military, and anyone of so standing in the family usually holds a high-ranking position in the military."
A hint of surprise flashed in Selena’s eyes.
"Then, the current General Justin Osborne..."
In Selena’s mind, he was the one Osborne she knew.
Herman nodded, "He is the head of the Osborne Family. He’s also Miss Phoebe’s father."
Selena nodded, then asked Herman about a few other people’s information.
Afterwards, she tasked Herman with sending out the invitations.
In the following days, Selena frequently went to Aethelgard’s Peak whenever she had ti.
After walking through the banquet venue with Herman, he presented her with several decoration plans for the banquet.
Selena carefully selected and finalized the plan with Herman.
"How are the event staff chosen for the banquet?"
Selena rembered this aspect.
Herman explained beside her, "Don’t worry, Madam. The servers for the banquet are the ones who’ve worked at Aethelgard’s Peak for over three years with thorough background checks."
"Besides, we’ll have the Norwood Family’s Hidden Guard stationed that day for precaution."
The job benefits and welfare at Aethelgard’s Peak exceed those of other venues, and many aspire to work there.
Additionally, Aethelgard’s Peak has strict control over its staff, minimizing incidents.
Selena nodded, "Good, we’ll proceed like this."
"Thank you for keeping an eye on things these past few days."
Herman smiled gently, "Lady, you’re too kind. It’s my responsibility."
After addressing remaining matters with Herman, Selena left Aethelgard’s Peak.
*
By the ti she returned to the main residence, night had fallen.
As Selena stepped inside, the butler approached her.
"Madam, dinner is ready. Would you like to dine now?"
The butler asked Selena with a smile.
"Where’s Ah Jing?"
She looked around but did not see Sterling, so she asked the nearby butler.
"The family head went to the training camp and instructed you not to wait for him for dinner."
Upon hearing the butler’s words, Selena frowned slightly.
Sterling went to the training camp?
She also recalled Sterling’s beastly nature being triggered due to his ti at the training camp.
What kind of experints are they conducting in that white spire-top building?
Could Sterling be using his own blood for experintation?!
This question suddenly popped into Selena’s mind.
She entered the dining room with a worried heart.
After dinner, Selena couldn’t shake off her concern and called Sterling.
This ti was different; Sterling answered the call personally.
In just a few seconds after she dialed, the call connected.
Sterling’s voice ca through, "What’s up?"
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