Chapter 258

Camille Hartwell was just about to greet her business partner when a familiar silhouette appeared behind him.

Her expression remained perfectly composed upon spotting Malcolm Lancaster.

Malcolm didn't notice her at first. But the teenage boy beside him - around 17 with bright eyes - enthusiastically waved toward the arrivals gate.

"Mom! Selene! Over here!"

The cheerful shout made Camille freeze mid-step. Suddenly, she recognized him.

Turning her head confirmed her suspicion - Helena Lancaster and Selene Lancaster stood there, smiling as Tristan Lancaster ran toward them.

Just then, The Meridian's business partner Emmett Dunmore approached with a warm smile. "Ms. Hartwell."

Camille unclenched her fist, tore her gaze away, and shook his hand with practiced ease. "Mr. Dunmore."

At that moment, the Lancaster family finally noticed Camille.

Malcolm's brow furrowed slightly.

Helena's smile dimmed.

Selene remained utterly indifferent.

Tristan, oblivious to his family's reactions, followed their gaze. His jaw dropped when he saw Camille. "Wow! She's stunning!"

Selene elbowed him sharply.

Malcolm placed a hand on Tristan's shoulder, steering him away. "Let's get to the car."

But Tristan suddenly remembered something. "Where's Damien? He should be here to greet us! If he wants to marry my perfect sister, he'd better show proper respect!"

Selene laughed, ruffling his hair. "Damien had an important meeting. But he canceled his evening plans to reserve a private dining room for your welcome dinner. Happy now?"

"Barely." Tristan lifted his chin. "You deserve nothing less, Vic. Any man would be lucky to have you!"

The family shared a laugh at his dramatic declaration.

Meanwhile, Camille concluded her conversation with Emmett. They entered their waiting car just as she overheard bystanders whispering:

"What a gorgeous family! Are they famous?"

"So enviable - they look so close."

The car door shut, cutting off the voices.

During the forty-minute ride, Camille maintained polite conversation with Emmett. At noon, their car pulled up to an upscale restaurant.

As they exited their vehicle, the Lancasters arrived simultaneously.

Malcolm frowned upon seeing Camille again.

Selene gave him a reassuring look. There was nothing to worry about.

Before Damien had officially filed for divorce, he'd accompanied Selene to meet her family. Back then, Camille had been too intimidated to even speak up.

Now with the divorce nearly finalized, she wouldn't dare cause trouble.

Malcolm understood, but remained cautious. He wouldn't let anything ruin this special day.

Camille didn't spare them a glance.

Then Gabriel Ashcroft arrived.

The moment he stepped out of his car, he spotted the Lancasters - and his gaze lingered on Tristan.