Some of their businesses were things even Tessa could never imagine, let alone something as small as profit sharing. They probably wouldn’t even bother to look at a few companies.

That was why Aaron could feel so justified in his idle ways, because he knew his money would last for generations.

Since he could live off his family, why should he bother working hard?

He had no desire to strive, better to leave that to people with brains. Since he lacked them, he chose to follow those who did.

Tessa couldn’t understand this. All she knew was that the person standing beside Lucas now was the one she hated most, the one she had been compared to since childhood.

She was unwilling to accept it–why must she always be beneath Aurora’s feet?

It was one thing to lose to Aurora over men, but now even marriage–something this important—had her crushed beneath Aurora once more?

A shadow slowly spread across Tessa’s face.

But before she could say anything, Aaron tugged her along with a smile. “Let me take you to try some of the better food at this banquet. I noticed it last time at the family feast.”

Aaron might have been a wastrel, but he was genuine with Tessa–she fit perfectly into his idea of beauty.

Now that she had agreed to be with him, he intended to cherish her and live as a reformed man.

But Tessa didn’t want to waste her time on such things.

She would rather get close to Lucas, speak a few words with him, or meet more outstanding people.

She had already wasted too much time on this wastrel.

Still, getting into this banquet was thanks to his help, and she wasn’t ungrateful.

After tonight, she would slowly cut ties.

A decisive glint flashed in Tessa’s eyes.

But Aaron was completely unaware of this.

He was still happy to share things he liked with Tessa.

On the other side, the family banquet was officially beginning.

Aurora and Lucas were seated with Philip at one table.

That table was reserved mainly for the direct line of the family.

Chapter 1393

As for Megan’s family, they were seated farther away.

Aurora’s gaze swept across several tables before finally meeting Megan’s eyes.

Megan winked at her, and Aurora let out a quiet laugh.

Lucas noticed Aurora’s movement. Following her line of sight, he saw Megan’s playful expression.

Lucas said, “Eat properly. When this dinner is over, the two of you can go have some fun.”

“I know.”

Sitting at the main table, Aurora had felt a bit restrained at first, but seeing Megan now steadied her heart.

Hearing Lucas’ words, she straightened her posture even more, looking somewhat like the lady of the house.

Lucas leaned closer and spoke the words into Aurora’s ear.

Aurora’s cheeks flushed slightly as she whispered back, “Of course, I can’t embarrass you.

“With so many eyes on me now that I’m sitting beside you, I don’t dare make any mistakes. If I do something wrong, remember to remind me right away,” Aurora whispered to Lucas.

Lucas looked at her seriously and said, “It’s fine. Even if you make a mistake, I’ll cover for you. What are you afraid of? You’re my wife, and that’s what matters most.”