Lawrence completely ignored Maxwell when he stormed out of the room. He shamelessly stepped inside and tried to identify the pale girl on the couch. When he failed, he spoke sweetly, "Hello, I'm Lawrence Ashford, Damien's uncle." He stressed their relationship, "And you, my dear?" He extended his hand.
Aveline glanced at Damien as she stood, "Hello, Mr. Ashford, I'm Aveline Laurent. Damien's wife." She again looked at Damien, pretending to be hesitant before shaking Lawrence's hand.
"Aveline Laurent!" Lawrence said it under his breath, and then his eyes widened in disbelief, "The Laurents!?" He struggled to believe it, "Are you the daughter of Henry Laurent?" He knew Damien wouldn't marry just anybody.
Aveline nodded, blinking as if confused, "Yes, my father is chairman of Laurent Industries." She clarified for him.
