Chapter 189
Chapter 189:
Brinley rose to return the gesture. “Thank you for your kind words, Ryan p>
“This is a gesture of congratulations from Mrs. Knight for your stellar start,” Ryan said with a serious nod, motioning for the attendant to present the box. “She noted your exceptional talent on the racetrack. Mr. Moore is truly fortunate to have someone as exceptional as you by his side p>
His words conveyed heartfelt praise while firmly linking Brinley to Austin, each phrase underscoring the Knight family’s endorsement and admiration.
The guests—who had been watching the exchange between Nicolas and Austin—fell quiet.
It was well known that while the Knight and Moore families shared business ties, they typically kept a formal distance, rarely showing such open support in public.
𝗗𝗈ո’𝘵 𝘮𝘪ѕѕ 𝗇e𝘸 𝗿e𝗅𝘦а𝘴𝘦ѕ 𝗈𝗇
The Knight family’s gesture was a clear statement: they were backing Brinley.
With their stamp of approval, who in elite circles would dare underestimate her?
Austin’s eyes glinted as he stepped forward, wrapping an arm around Brinley’s shoulder as he nodded to Ryan. “Please extend my gratitude to Mrs. Knight p>
“You’re too gracious, Mr. Moore,” Ryan replied with a smile, then turned to Brinley. “Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Knight also said she would love to invite you to the Knight estate someday. She is in awe of your racing prowess p>
His tone brimmed with respect.
Thalia’s reputation for valuing talent made her admiration a high honor.
Brinley, understanding the weight of it, smiled warmly. “I’m flattered by Mrs. Knight’s regard. I’ll make sure to visit soon p>
Ryan nodded and exchanged a few pleasantries with Austin. Then he departed without sparing the others a glance, making the Knight family’s stance unmistakably clear.
As Ryan left, Nicolas let out a whistle and nudged Austin’s arm. “Wow. Even Mrs. Knight has your wife’s back p>
Austin ignored him, his gaze settling on Brinley with a soft smile. “Your talent is even more impressive than I realized p>
Brinley met his eyes, her lips curving. “Naturally p>
She knew the Knight family’s gesture acknowledged her abilities, honored their ties to Austin, and sent a message to everyone watching.
Brinley was Austin’s wife, backed by the Knight family. Anyone who wanted to challenge her would have to think twice.
The discomfort from Milly’s earlier antics faded in the warmth of the moment.
Soon after, Austin was swept into conversations with business magnates. Nicolas, still eager to talk racing with Brinley, was promptly dragged away by Austin.
Brinley thought about stepping onto the balcony for a breath of fresh air, but guests quickly encircled her, eagerly offering glasses of champagne.
Caught up in the festive mood—and noting the champagne’s low alcohol content—she accepted without much thought, and before long, she’d had more than she meant to.