Chapter 374 - Choosing the lesser evil

"So, the Browns and the Parkers have a conflict of interest. And I don't think that they thought of that before. The Browns probably know that I am married to the heiress of the Society but they probably didn't know that the rest of my family has already become a member of the Society as well."

Major General Andrew Brown's family did know about the relationship between the Parkers and the Robin Hood Society but they set it aside as long as the Parker's will not involve themselves in the activities of the Society. They liked Lily because of her personality and family background. They don't actually mind that she works in the entertainment industry. So, they don't mind having her as their daughter-in-law as long as Major General Andrew liked her. Little did they know that all the member of the Parker Family including Lily has already become a member of the organization that they despised the most.

The whole clan despised the Robin Hood Society but unfortunately, one of them became a member of it. This is probably the reason why Arthur never told his family that he is already a member of it.

"If I am to choose…" Jacob paused as he saw J approaching them holding Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth's reign. "…I would not choose Major General Andrew for Lily." Lance's face brightened. For a moment he saw a speck of hope. "But of course, it depends on my sister. Whoever she chooses as long as he makes her happy."

"Does that mean you're vote is in me?" Lance said feeling elated.

Jacob smirk. "If there were other options, I would choose the other ones. But unfortunately, there were only the two of you so I would just choose the lesser evil." Jacob said as he walks towards J. Lance was left scowling at his back.

It is not that Lily has only two admirers, in fact, she has a lot of them. But only two were brave enough to pursue her. Lily is very picky when it comes to who to date. And she is very outspoken, if she doesn't like the guy, she will tell it to him straightly even before the guy could confess. That's why no one would dare to confess If they already know that they don't have a chance, to begin with.

Jacob grabs the reigns of Elizabeth and they walked out of the paddock. "Are you going to stay at Lodgepole?" J asked. She is used to having Lance in the Lodgepole Estate. And this made Jacob frown.

"No." Lance shook his head. "I have to go back to Lotus City."

"Okay." J nodded her head. Soon, the couple left the place riding Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth while Lance went back to the Lotus City. His destination, the Parker's Mansion.

…..

Earlier that night, Lance arrived at the Parker's Mansion, but since the family's butler is not yet familiar with him, he didn't let him in yet until he got Madam Kelly or Chairman John Parker's permission.

Madam Kelly and Chairman John were chatting at the backyard of the mansion when the butler approached them.

"Chairman, a certain Lance Kho is outside wanted to have a talk with you. He said that he is Miss J's adviser and lawyer.

The couple looked at each other with a frown. They have heard of his name but they never had the chance to meet him in person. They wonder what could be his reason for coming at this hour. Does it have something to do with the Society or their daughter-in-law? There is only one way to find out.