Female Novel
Chapter 1123
As more and more guests arrived, there was a great commotion in the banquet hall. “Hello, I’m the regional chief of Aurumvale. |wish General Murray a year filled with health and happiness!”
“I'm Cullen Avery from Advantia. May General Murray’s birthday be as wonderful as the memories you've created.”“I'm the president of the Haydon Group. | wish General Murray a birthday filled with love and gratitude!”
After their arrival was announced, a group of well-dressed guests entered the room. Among them were leading military leaders,mayors, affluent business moguls, and prominent figures. They all had rare and valuable gifts with them.
“Thank you all for coming to celebrate with us. Please, take your seats,” Edgar, the next family patriarch, warmly welcomed theguests. Christopher, the man of the hour, acknowledged the well-wishes with a smile.
“Sir Gage has arrived!”
Aclear voice cut through the chatter, and all eyes turned to the entrance. A middle-aged man dressed in white entered. He wasaccompanied by two cloaked figures whose faces were hidden.
“Isn’t that General Murray’s youngest son, Gage Murray?” someone whispered.“| heard he had conflicts with his family and disappeared for years. Who would have thought he’d return today?”
“It's only right that a son comes back and celebrates his father’s birthday,’ another remarked. Christopher had three sons: Edgar,the oldest; Caden, the middle; and Gage, the youngest.
Gage was notable and known for his bravery and intelligence. He was the designated family heir, but then something strangehappened. He suddenly left home, and for five years, no one knew where he went. Today, he surprisingly reappeared.novelbin
“Gage?” Edgar exclaimed joyfully and rushed up to embrace him. “It’s been so many years, and you're finally back!”“Edgar, have you been well all these years?” Gage smiled weakly.
“Everything is going splendidly! It’s wonderful to see you again after all this time. You’ve become even stronger, just as |expected!” Edgar patted Gage’s shoulder with a smile.
“Gage, why didn’t you inform us earlier that you’re coming back?” Caden added cheerily.“| figured I'd surprise you all. You won't be mad at me, will you?” Gage teased.
“You've come back, and | couldn’t be happier. How could | be mad at you? As the saying goes, united we stand, divided we fall.We three brothers can build a bright future together with your return!” Caden said.
“Alright, let's not dwell on this now.’ Edgar interrupted.and led Gage to Christopher. “Dad, guess who has returned.”
“Father, I’ve come back to celebrate your birthday,” Gage said respectfully, presenting his gift with both hands.
Christopher didn’t reach out to accept it. Instead, he snorted coldly. “You left home, and now you dare to come back?”