The Lang residence was not far from Flemming Group. Under normal traffic conditions, it would take only about ten minutes by car. However, they had left during rush hour, and the traffic was horrible. A journey that should have taken ten minutes ended up taking almost an hour.
Whenever Sonny came to Clearfield in the past, it had always been for business. He would arrive, deal with whatever needed handling, and leave as soon as it was done. It was his first time attending a high-society gathering here.
He barely knew any of the major business figures in Clearfield. Unless their companies had worked with his, he might have heard some of their names, but he had never met them in person.
On the other hand, Everly was a local. She had accompanied Kaden to all sorts of events since she was young and was familiar with practically everyone.
When their car entered the Lang estate, Harrison, the butler, was directing traffic and guiding guests into parking spots. Upon seeing Sonny's car license plate, he paused in confusion. He had never seen this particular number before.
Still, everyone on the guest list was a distinguished guest personally chosen by his employer. The unfamiliar license plate might simply belong to a new acquaintance. Thus, Harrison's attitude remained unchanged.
After Sonny parked the car, Everly got out. Harrison froze again when he saw her, then immediately smiled. "Ms. Flemming, it's you. Is this your new car?"
When Sonny stepped out as well, Harrison first assumed that he was Everly's new driver. However, the more he looked at him, the less likely that seemed. The man's presence and bearing were nothing like that of a driver.
Besides, he was far too young and handsome.
Everly normally did not spend time alone with young men, afraid of causing misunderstandings. Countless men wanted to marry her, yet she never gave any of them a chance.
Perhaps she suspected that they were only interested in her family's wealth.
Harrison could understand her actions. If he were in her shoes, he would probably wonder whether people were approaching because of his status, position, and fortune too.
"I didn't get a new car. This is Mr.
Brown, the current CEO of Lewis &
also
Co. in Wiltspoon. The company a
anch here in Clearfield and
has a bran
they're doing business with
Flemming Group.
"My grandfather isn't feeling well and can't attend tonight, so he asked Mr. Brown to
come in his stead. This is the car he's using while in Clearfield."
Harrison immediately understood and greeted Sonny with a smile. Then, he quickly led the two guests toward the main house As they walked he said tot verly, Old Mr. Lang has been talking about you all afternoon."
"I haven't visited Grandpa Arndt in quite some time. I've just been too busy and couldn't find the time."
Arndt was an old friend of Kaden and had watched her grow up.
Everly respected him greatly, and everyone in the Lang family was familiar with her.
Even Harrison had known her for more than a decade.
Otherwise, he would not have dared to speak so casually with her.
"I'll be sure to raise a toast to Grandpa Arndt right when I see him later."
Harrison laughed. He ushered them into the house while occasionally sneaking glances at Sonny.
Kaden had asked Sonny to attend the banquet in his place, and Everly did not refuse. The two even arrived together in the same car. It seemed they got along quite well.
After thinking about it for a moment, Harrison concluded that Sonny had to be the prospective match Kaden had picked out for Everly.
Judging solely by their appearances, they certainly made a good match.
Harrison had been working for the Lang family for more than a decade and had met plenty of young men from the wealthy families in Clearfield. Not one of them could compare to Sonny.
He had heard that the young talents from Wiltspoon were impressive. It seemed
those rumors were true.