Chapter 261

Chapter 261

“These seats are reserved for VIP’s. You can wait at the sides. If there are any left after the guests have been seated, then we might be able to accommodate you.”

The organizer from the Mayor’s office delivered the words with a practiced smile-polite on the surface, dismissive underneath

as she faced the group of farmers who had gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new factory in Sta. Cristina.

A murmur rippled through the crowd.

Eliseo’s shoulders sagged slightly, disappointment settling into his weathered face. Beside him, Carmel’s jaw tightened, her hands curling into fists at her sides as she struggled to contain the surge of anger rising in her chest.

“I thought this event was organized by the Chairman of Malakai Group-for the farmers,” Carmel said, stepping forward. Her voice was steady, but there was steel beneath it.