Chapter 563

"What?"

Gordon and the others were dumbfounded by how politely and courteously Pa

trick had spoken to Dustin. Their eyes were round with disbelief.

The son of the Hill family–

one of the Ten Princes of South Province, dubbed the top aristocrat-

had actually greeted that jerk with a smile?

How was that even possible?!

"No way. Dustin knows Mr. Hill?" The smile on Zoey's face turned to ice.

She had initially thought

that Patrick had walked over for Gordon, never in her wildest dreams woul

d she have thought that he was there for Dustin. Not to mention, from the

way they were acting, it seemed like they were

close.

"How the hell did that punk climb

his way up to become friends with Mr. Hill?!" Shock aside, Zeke was more

jealous than anything. What right did a loser have to hit it off with the

top aristocrat?

"How could this be?" Gordon was rooted to the spot, astonishment written

on his face. It was one thing to

be ignored by Patrick, but he couldn't come to terms with how the person

he had to suck up to was so polite to Dustin.

Wasn't Dustin just a country doctor? How did he get acquainted with a big

shot of this caliber?

"It seems like there's more to Natasha's boyfriend than meets the eye," A

driana muttered to

herself as she observed everything from a distance. Curiosity sparked in

her eyes.

"Mr. Hill, it's in the past. Further, it had nothing

to do with you," Dustin answered lightly.

The Hill family had already personally apologized for beating Edmund up,

and Torben had also already paid the price. It would

do no one any good to keep dredging things up.

"Dustin, you're truly magnanimous. My grandfather greatly admires stand–

up men like you. If you have time, I'd love to host you at my home." Patr

ick extended the invite with a smile.

"Sure. When I have time, I'll definitely pay Sir Hill a visit," Dustin re

plied, nodding lightly. He deeply respected the Hill family patriarch, Pa

ul, not just for his power but also for his sense of justice, his willing

ness to help the needy, and his ability to separate kindness and hatred

"Mr. Hill, it's an honor to have you here, especially since you came from

afar!" At that moment, Kate approached them. With a slight smile, she co

ntinued, "You're an honored guest, so it's only fitting that you occupy t

he seat of honor. Please follow me."

"No, thank you. I'll sit here." Patrick politely declined with a smile be

fore taking a seat next to

Dustin.

Seeing this, Kate's smile stiffened slightly, but she quickly regained he

r composure. "Of course, Mr. Hill. Please feel free to let me know if you

need anything at

any time." She didn't push him. After giving him a final smile, she turne

d around and returned to her

seat. Before she walked away, however, she gave Dustin an inscrutable gla

nce.

"Just who is Dustin? How can he get on so well with Mr. Hill?" Zoey's exp

ression turned strange as she watched the two men chatting

and smiling at the next table.

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"Hmph, what's so impressive about that!" Zeke said, his voice dripping wi

th jealousy. "To me, he's just riding on Natasha's coattails. Otherwise,

why would Mr. Hill hold him in such high regard?"

"You're right!" Gordon nodded in agreement. "Mr. Hill is on a different l

evel. If it wasn't out of respect for the daughter of the Harmon family,

would he give a loser like Dustin the time of day?"

"So that's what it is…" Zoey suddenly had an epiphany. Disdain colored he

r face as she said, "I actually thought he was kind of impressive, but in

the end, he's just relying on his rich girlfriend to climb up. Men like

him will always struggle to reach the higher circles."

The three of them took turns belittling Dustin. The way they saw it, it m

ust be because Natasha was close friends with Patrick, and as the gigolo,

Dustin was merely riding on her coattails.

All of a sudden, their moods improved.

Time slowly ticked by, and the party finally kicked off. After all the gu

ests took their seats,

Hector, the birthday celebrant, raised his glass and stood. In a booming

voice, he said, "Welcome,

dear friends, to my birthday celebration. I'm extremely honored. I hope y

ou'll enjoy the food and drink to your heart's content!"