Chapter 180: Go Find Carolline Ruiz (2)
"Are you familiar with Gratan Town?" Bryan Hawkins asked Xavier Estrada. Bryan himself had never visited, but Xavier boasted that he had traversed every inch of their homeland, and Bryan was hoping that would be an advantage.
"I’ve been there twice. It’s well known for its grain production. The wheat-based food there is very delicious. Are you thinking of going there, Mr. Hawkins? However, the conditions there are quite poor, with no hotels, only small guesthouses that don’t meet sanitary standards." Xavier knew that Bryan was accustomed to staying in five-star hotels, primarily because of his emphasis on hygiene.
Of course, that only applied to places that Bryan hadn’t developed yet. In places where he had initiated development, he would naturally stay in his own hotels when revisiting.
"Prepare a car the day after tomorrow, pack plenty of food. We will go to Gratan Town to find Carolline Ruiz," Bryan Hawkins didn’t need to hide anything from Xavier Estrada.
"Yes," answered Xavier, who usually accepted orders without further questioning.
For Bryan Hawkins, the day felt extremely long. Even the blink of an eye was beginning to irritate him. He found himself losing patience with social engagements too.
On this day, Joyce Lopez came with her family to celebrate Austin Hawkins’ birthday. In front of the Hawkins Family elders, Joyce hinted at her relationship with Bryan Hawkins. Both elders adeptly answered in non-committal official language, which greatly displeased Joyce. She knew that the elders did not like her; they preferred Carolline.
However, as Carolline had stated that Bryan did not love her, Joyce was determined to make every effort in winning his heart, no matter how the elders felt.
Today was Austin Hawkins’ birthday, and the Lopez Family could not be too brazen in their approach. They needed to tread lightly, so they only insinuated their intentions.