Chapter 774

Evelyn stared at the name flashing on her phone screen, her finger pausing slightly.

Sebastian Truman.

The Zhao family had just expressed interest in cooperation, and now the Truman family was calling so soon?

Could it be... he had noticed?

Evelyn cleared her throat softly and glanced sideways at Alexander.

It was her first time scheming against someone, and she couldn't help feeling a bit guilty.

Alexander shot her a look and reached over to take the phone.

His eyes clearly said: Is that all the courage you have?

He pressed the answer button and put the call on speakerphone.

Mia Truman's bright voice immediately burst out. "Evelyn! You helped us so much! My whole family wants to visit to thank you properly and clear up the previous misunderstanding. Is that okay?"

Evelyn raised an eyebrow, but before she could speak—

"Not welcome!"

Natalie Castillo appeared out of nowhere, snatching the chance to reply.

Mia huffed. "I was asking Evelyn! What's it to you?"

"Evelyn is my sister, so of course it concerns me!" Natalie crossed her arms. "Her name is Evelyn, mine is Natalie. Isn't the relationship obvious enough?"

Silence hung on the line for two seconds.

Mia simply skipped over her. "Evelyn, see you tomorrow at noon! My whole family will be there on time!"

Beep—

The call ended decisively.

Natalie stamped her foot in frustration. "How can she just decide on her own! The host hasn't even agreed!"

Evelyn reminded her helplessly, "...This is the Vance residence."

"So what?" Natalie said righteously. "You married Mr. Vance, so this is your home. Your home is my home! According to the Sterling Family tree, you're my cousin!"

Evelyn rubbed her temples.

Alexander had already instructed the butler calmly. "We have guests tomorrow. Make the necessary preparations."

The Truman Residence.

Mia tossed the phone back to Sebastian, looking triumphant. "Done! They're very welcoming!"

Sebastian looked up. "From your conversation just now, I didn't get that impression."

"Just say if you're going or not!"

Sebastian lowered his gaze. "We're going. We can't go empty-handed. Prepare gifts."

"I know!"

Mia skipped towards the door, then suddenly turned back. "Brother, why did you save Evelyn's contact as 'Fox'?"

Sebastian's fingers stilled slightly.

There wasn't any particular reason. When saving the number, an image of the girl had flashed in his mind—composed, sharp, with a depth and cleverness in her eyes that didn't belong to her age.

Like a little fox.

Given time—no, perhaps even now—she already stood at a height many could not reach.

He naturally wouldn't voice these thoughts, only saying mildly, "What gift are you planning to give?"

Mia was successfully diverted. "The custom pearl necklaces I ordered have arrived! Two identical ones. I'll give her one!"

Her eyes sparkled. "I'll time it right. When she wears hers, I'll wear mine. That'll infuriate that Natalie!"

Sebastian: "..."

Nearby, Cecilia Evans clenched her fingers tightly.

There were only two young women in this household.

Mia, and herself.

Yet Mia's custom necklace, the other strand wasn't for her, but for that Evelyn?!

Why!

Cecilia took a deep breath, suppressing the surging jealousy, and looked up with a forced smile. "Brother, Mia, we should prepare a gift too."

Aaron Truman held her hand. "Yes, we mustn't be impolite. We'll go together tomorrow."

"Alright."

The two left arm in arm.

Mia leaned close to Sebastian's ear, lowering her voice. "Brother, I really think Cecilia isn't good enough for Second Brother. She's too scheming."

Sebastian's expression remained calm. "Mind your own business."

"Then you won't do anything?"

"No need."

Cecilia had colon cancer. She wouldn't live long.

It was a pity Aaron was kept in the dark. Losing her at her prime would likely become his lifelong obsession.

If something could happen to make Aaron see her true colors...

That would be for the best.