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Chapter 674 Who is That Guy?
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Linden and Monica had just been talking about Leander and were about to ask the staff to start serving when a familiar voice suddenly reached their ears, causing both of them to freeze in place.
At first, they thought they had imagined it and heard wrong, but the familiar voice sounded again p>
“Mr. Sitwell, Mrs. Sitwell, long time no see p>
As the voice fell, a tall, composed figure was already standing in front of them.
The couple’s eyes widened instantly, disbelief written all over their faces. After a brief, stunned pause, realization finally hit them.
“Leander p>
Holding a gift box, Leander stepped forward and offered it with both hands, a warm smile on his face.
“I am sorry, Mr. Sitwell, Mrs. Sitwell. I should have come to visit much earlier, but I truly could not find the time p>
“This is just a small gift from me p>
Monica and Linden did not even look at the gift. Both hurried forward at the same time. Monica immediately grabbed Leander’s arm, her voice trembling with excitement.
“Oh my goodness, Leander, it really is you! You finally came back to see Mrs. Sitwell p>
She looked him over from head to toe as if checking on a son who had been away from home for far too long, her eyes filled with
warmth.
“Exactly! Leander, Mrs. Sitwell talks about you almost every day. She has been hoping you would come back so we could have a proper meal together. We have finally been waiting long enough to see you again p>
Linden accepted the gift while patting Leander firmly on the shoulder, emotion evident in his tone.
“That is on me. I really could not make time before. Mr. Sitwell and Mrs. Sitwell must not hold it against me p>
Leander scratched the back of his head slightly, lowering his posture as he apologized with an easy smile.
Ignoring the surrounding guests entirely, Monica and Linden pulled Leander to sit down and began asking about where he had been over the past eight months, their concern obvious. Leander answered everything calmly, though he deliberately avoided several sensitive details.
Not far away, Autumn watched the three of them talking, her expression subtly shifting. Despite standing at the very peak of power, Leander still showed sincere humility and respect toward the elders he cared about. A man like that naturally drew admiration.
If she had not offended him in the past, and if circumstances had been different, she would have done everything possible to get close to him.
At a guest table about thirty feet away, Eccho Group chairman Endimion watched the scene with a slight frown.
He had known Linden for many years. Although Linden usually appeared approachable toward younger people, Endimion knew very well how high his standards truly were.
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Linden seemed easygoing, yet Endimion had never seen any junior genuinely earn his approval. Even outstanding young talents like his own son Thiago had only received polite acknowledgment.
Yet now, a casually dressed young man was being treated by Linden and Monica almost like family, receiving warmth and personal concern. The sight genuinely surprised him.
Beside him, Thiago’s expression changed as his gaze repeatedly swept over Leander.
“Dad, isn’t that the guy Autumn brought with her? He looks pretty close to the Sitwell family. Could he be a relative p>
Thiago had noticed Leander earlier but dismissed him after seeing his casual clothes. Now, watching this otherwise unremarkable man chatting comfortably with Linden and Monica like family made him quietly irritated.
“Probably not p>
Endimion shook his head.
“I have met most of Linden’s relatives. In the Sitwell family’s second generation, only the eldest branch has a son, and he currently works as a government secretary in Listin. That young man is clearly not him p>
His eyes narrowed slightly, confusion deepening.
“If he is not family, why are Linden and Monica treating him this warmly? Could he have an important background p>
Having known Linden for so long, this was the first time he had seen him behave this affectionately toward someone, which made him begin to question Leander’s identity.
“Important background p>
Thiago frowned.
‘When I passed the entrance earlier, I saw him trying to get in but security stopped
him because he did not have an invitation p>
‘If he really had status, how could he not even have a Sitwell invitation p>
‘Oh p>
Endimion grew even more puzzled.
‘No invitation, yet the Sitwells treat him like this. That does not add up p>
Father and son continued watching while quietly speculating, yet neither could figure
it out.
After several minutes, Endimion spoke in a low voice.
‘No matter what his relationship with the Sitwells is, or what his identity may be, I feel Linden and Monica are looking at him the way parents look at a future son-in-
law p>
‘No matter what, he is your biggest rival in pursuing Yvette. Pay close attention.” Thiago’s eyes sharpened as he stared at Leander, dissatisfaction growing stronger.
He was the sole heir of Eccho Group, a future billionaire, and one of this year’s Mornwick Top Ten Outstanding Young Professionals. n status, wealth, and influence, he believed he stood at the top among his peers.
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He was confident that in ability, family background, and financial power, he was no worse than Leander. Yet Linden’s attitude toward them could not have been more different.
“Do not worry, Dad. I will not lose to him p>
“I will definitely marry Yvette. Sitwell Group will belong to me someday!” Hearing his son’s confidence, Endimion nodded. He understood Thiago well. His
son was never blindly arrogant and always calculated his moves carefully. He also knew how to handle relationships.
If Thiago won Yvette’s heart, Eccho Group and Sitwell Group could deepen cooperation, possibly even merge, and fully integrate into Jeff Enterprises. Their scale would multiply, and his own wealth would rise with it.
While he was still calculating, Thiago suddenly stood up.
Following his son’s gaze, Endimion saw Yvette walking toward the guest area. She wore a swan-white dress, a small crown resting on her head, and light, elegant makeup that made her look like royalty.
Thiago’s attention locked entirely onto her.
Throughout college and his professional career, he had met many women,
executives, graduates, and socialites, yet none had truly impressed him.
But the first time he met Yvette during dinner at Valmont Promenade with Linden, he
had been completely captivated by her beauty and grace.
His decision to pursue her was not only about business ties. She was the first woman who had genuinely moved him.
As the star of the evening, Yvette was recognized by nearly every guest present, and many stood to greet her.
Smiling warmly, Yvette returned greetings one by one, thanking everyone for their blessings. Seeing the moment was right, Thiago adjusted his tie, picked up flowers and a gift, and walked quickly toward her.
“Yvette, we meet again p>
He stopped before her, speaking gently, affection clear in his eyes.
“Yes, Mr. Wan, we meet again. Thank you for coming today p>
Standing so close to her and seeing her sweet smile made his thoughts drift, his
steps feeling light.
“You look beautiful today. Flowers suit a beautiful lady. I hope you will accept them.” Just as he raised the fresh red roses toward her, Yvette suddenly noticed something, her eyes lighting up at once.
Before he could react, she lifted her hand, pushed him aside, and hurried past him.
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