Chapter 8 That’s It?

• Lucas, with a proud smile, said, “Well done; both of you are great daughters! I’m really pleased!”
• Sophia shot a challenging look at Amelia. Even if you secured the contract, I still had a role in it!
• Amelia raised an eyebrow and asked, “Dad, does the reward you promised me still apply?”
• Sophia’s face fell immediately. She couldn’t let that happen—it was her room!
• In his excitement, Lucas said without hesitation, “Of course, the reward stands! I promised you a room change, so Sophia, you need to pack up and give your room to Amelia.”
• Sophia, biting her lip, clung to Isabella’s hand and said, “Mom, I don’t want to move from my room! I’ve been in this room for over ten years and won’t be able to adjust to a new bed.”
• Isabella hesitated, clearly torn. “Well…”
• She had a stronger emotional attachment to Sophia, whom she had raised for eighteen years, while Amelia, who had only recently come into her life, had less of her affection.
• “Amelia, your sister struggles with changing beds. Why make her move if she’s uncomfortable?”
• Amelia shrugged. “That’s not my problem. I’m fine with any bed.”
• Isabella’s expression grew stern. “Are you trying to defy me?”
• Amelia’s tone turned icy. “If you’re breaking promises to me, what’s to stop you from doing the same in business? I work at Carter Group and interact with their executives daily. If they learn you’re unreliable, how will that reflect on you?”
• Lucas’s patience snapped. “Enough! I, Lucas, keep my word. Sophia, you will vacate your room immediately! If you can’t adapt, you can sleep on the floor!”
• Sophia broke into tears and threw herself into Isabella’s arms.
• Isabella glared at Amelia but, not wanting to defy Lucas, began helping Sophia pack her things.
• Lucas turned to Amelia with a warm smile and asked, “Amelia, are you happy now?”
• “Yeah, I suppose.”
• “Great! Now, I need one more favor from you.”
• “What is it?”
• Lucas, looking thrilled, said, “With everyone in Oceancliff focused on Carter Group’s ten-billion-dollar project, this is a huge opportunity for us. We should make the most of it by announcing our partnership with the Carter Group. I’m planning to host a big banquet tomorrow night to celebrate and enhance our business reputation.”
• Amelia raised an eyebrow. “What do you need me to do?”
• Lucas eagerly said, “Can you contact the CEO of Carter Group and see if he can attend the banquet?”
• Amelia hesitated, not wanting Ethan to be seen publicly.
• Ethan preferred to stay out of the spotlight, and she didn’t want him to be seen in a wheelchair at such an event.
• She replied vaguely, “I’ll ask, but he might be too busy.”
• “That’s okay; just see if he can come. It would be fantastic if he could!”
• Amelia went outside and sent a WhatsApp message to Ethan.
• “Mister, are you available tomorrow night?”
• Carter replied, “What’s up?”
• Amelia then texted, “My dad is hosting a banquet tomorrow and wants to invite you. Just checking in case you’re free; if not, no problem!”
• On the other side, Jack noticed that Ethan, normally unflappable, was frowning deeply and seemed troubled, as if he had encountered a major problem. Jack felt a pang of worry, wondering if something significant had happened in Ashford.
• Jack cautiously asked, “Mr. Carter?”
• Ethan, with a serious tone, said, “I will be meeting her parents soon.”
• Jack was taken aback. “Huh?”
• Just that?
• Amelia had been waiting for a long time without a response from Mr. She felt dejected and was about to type, “Mister, it’s okay if you can’t come.”
• At that moment, Mr. replied.
• Carter: “Okay!”
• Amelia in surprise: “Mister, you agreed to come?”
• Carter: “Yes.”
• Amelia: “Then I’ll come pick you up!”
• Amelia cheerfully skipped back to the living room, just in time to see Sophia dragging a suitcase.
• Sophia, gritting her teeth, said, “Amelia, don’t get too smug! I’ll definitely get my room back!”
• Amelia coldly smiled. “You might not get that chance! Whether it’s the room or anything else, I’ll take back everything that belongs to me, Amelia!”
• Sophia, furious, raised her hand in anger.
• “Dad!” Amelia suddenly shouted.
• Lucas came over and asked, “What’s wrong?”
• Sophia quickly lowered her hand and smiled sweetly. “It’s nothing, Dad. I was just discussing the room swap with Amelia.”
• Lucas impatiently said, “Amelia is very busy. You can handle this small matter yourself and stop bothering her.”
• Sophia’s anger boiled inside her. Is this still the father who used to dote on me so much? Why, just because Amelia closed a deal, has our status shifted so dramatically?
• Lucas excitedly asked, “Amelia, did you reach Mr. Carter?”
• Amelia nodded, “I asked, and Mr. Carter agreed to come tomorrow.”
• “Excellent! Amelia, you’re truly remarkable! You're the daughter I've always dreamed of!”
• Lucas laughed heartily. “I need to hurry and notify everyone; send out the invitations! This time, the Harper family will make a big splash! Haha!”
• It was rumored that the new CEO of Carter Group was extremely mysterious and had never appeared in public before.
• This would be his first public appearance!
• In no time, the entire high society of Oceancliff was abuzz. Every family was eager to make connections with Mr. Carter and grab a share of the billion-dollar new project.
• Even the powerful figures who hadn’t received an invitation reached out to Lucas.
• Lucas reveled in the flattery and attention from everyone.
• The influential people who he used to seek favor were now treating him like an old friend, addressing him as "Mr. Lucas" and subtly probing for information about Carter Group.
• Lucas was overjoyed. In his elation, he gave Isabella one million dollars.
• “Take the two girls to buy some elegant dresses. Make sure they make a grand entrance tomorrow!”
• So, Isabella took Amelia and Sophia out to shop for their dresses.
• ……
• Silverwood Mall was the most prestigious luxury shopping center in Oceancliff.
• Sophia felt completely at ease.
• She looked disdainfully at Amelia, saying, “Amelia, you grew up in the countryside, so you probably haven’t even heard of luxury brands. Let me name a few for you.”
• “The most famous luxury brands are the big six: Dior, Chanel, Gucci, Hermès, Prada, and LV.”
• “Luckily, Silverwood Mall has all six brands. After shopping, we can grab coffee here. It’s truly a luxurious and enjoyable experience!”