James didn't answer Howard but instead looked at the queen. "Your Majesty, though Justin couldn't make it, I believe it's fine if one representative from the Harper family and Harper Group made it here in your honor. Perhaps next year, it will be Justin instead of me."
The queen smiled at him. "Of course, Mr. Harper. I am glad you made it here despite your busy schedule. I look forward to meeting your son in the future. I am sure he is as amazing as his father."
James simply offered a light smile to the queen, a gesture of respect.
Natalie smiled inwardly at how blatantly James ignored Howard while remaining respectful to the queen. He had made it clear that, aside from the queen, he did not value the rest of the family.
She noticed something, 'Oh, he smiled as well. That's a surprise.'
Howard chimed in, "We do look forward to meeting your son, Mr. Harper. No one has ever seen him, which makes it even more exciting."
