Mr. CEO's Substitute Bride

"Alright, let’s toast!" Michael Lancaster was the first to raise a glass.

Daemon Lancaster frowned discreetly.

The brothers had discussed taking turns offering toasts during the banquet, and then the family’s children would join in.

But looking at the current situation, Joseph Lancaster had taken control, which made it difficult for them to achieve their intentions.

However, it was also a kind of self-sabotage; even if they got drunk, they could just sleep it off at home. As long as they could expose the deceptive couple, it would be worth it.

Thinking this, Daemon Lancaster also raised his glass, and everyone at the table emptied their glasses of white liquor.

By the end of the evening, it was already eleven at night and the elders of the Lancaster Family were quite drunk. Michael Lancaster suggested going to Violet Zimmerman’s residence for tea.

Gabriel Lancaster pretended to be unconscious from intoxication and was supported home by his wife and daughter.

In the end, only Daemon Lancaster and his brother took Joseph Lancaster to Violet Zimmerman’s place.

Violet Zimmerman had also had quite a bit to drink and was unsteady on her feet as she entered her home.

Helped by the maid, Aunt Zhang and Mrs. Xu hurried over to take over from the maid and support their Madam.

"Madam, you’ve been drinking?"

Mrs. Xu asked considerately, and Violet Zimmerman murmured in response.

Behind them, Daemon Lancaster and the other two followed them inside. Not waiting for Violet Zimmerman to speak, Daemon Lancaster shouted loudly as soon as he entered.

"Mrs. Xu, brew us brothers a pot of tea!"

"Yes." Mrs. Xu and Aunt Zhang quickly assisted Violet Zimmerman to the sofa before rushing to the kitchen.

"Sit wherever you like."

Violet Zimmerman closed her eyes and supported her forehead, appearing quite drunk.

"Madam, why did you drink so much? How about I make you a bowl of sober-up soup?" Aunt Zhang glanced at Daemon Lancaster and asked softly.

"Hmm, make a bit more." Violet Zimmerman agreed, her eyes still closed.

Daemon Lancaster, Michael Lancaster, and Joseph Lancaster sat down on the long sofa, with Daemon’s arm draped over Joseph’s shoulder. The three brothers showed signs of intoxication, particularly Daemon, whose face was as red as a boiled crab.

Joseph Lancaster was different; the more he drank, the paler he became. Now, his eyes were half-closed, and his breathing was somewhat heavy.

"Second brother, you can’t handle your alcohol, haha..." Daemon Lancaster patted Joseph’s shoulder and laughed heartily.

Joseph Lancaster slightly curled his lips while keeping his eyes closed, "Big brother, how could I compare to you, never drunk no matter how much you drink."

Feeling even more pleased, Daemon Lancaster adjusted his slicked-back hair and looked past Joseph to his brother Michael Lancaster, "How about you, third brother?"

Michael Lancaster glanced at his two heavily intoxicated brothers, his face also showing a hint of pride.

"Big brother, being younger than you guys, this bit of alcohol isn’t a challenge at all."

"Hmph," Daemon Lancaster replied with arrogance, fueled by alcohol, he shouted towards the kitchen, "Why’s the tea not here yet? Aunt Zhang! Mrs. Xu!"

"Coming, coming, big master, the tea is coming."

Mrs. Xu hurried out of the kitchen with the tea set, and as she placed it on the coffee table, she exchanged a knowing glance with Daemon Lancaster, conveying a message only the two understood.

"How slow can they get with the tea, hurry up and pour it for us!"

Daemon Lancaster yelled impatiently, and from the single sofa, Violet Zimmerman, continuously massaging her temple, tightened her brow in displeasure at his loud voice.

"Hey hey, don’t worry big master, I’m about to pour."

Mrs. Xu answered while beginning to pour the tea. Joseph Lancaster and Violet Zimmerman both kept their eyes closed, supporting their foreheads, making it unnecessary for Mrs. Xu to avoid anything. After four cups of tea were poured, she intentionally pinched one of the cups. Daemon Lancaster nodded subtly, and only then did Mrs. Xu take a cup over to Violet Zimmerman.