“What’s in the wrapped gift?” Rebecca asked with interest to know what else Dominic’s father sent. Grace unwrapped the box with curiosity as well. “Oh my! Look! It’s a silver necklace.” Grace couldn't help but feel a bit uneasy. “It looks quite expensive.” Looking at the intricate and exquisite craftsmanship, it was obviously not cheap. First, Dominic helped her pull strings to get the invitations, and now he even asked his father to give her such an expensive gift. Wasn’t this too much?But before she could refuse, Dominic spoke up in admiration, as if he knew beforehand.“I knew it! This necklace indeed suits you perfectly.”“You should wear it tonight at the banquet. It will make a stunning impression and turn heads.” Dominic suggested eagerly.Inwardly, he couldn’t help but praise his father for being so helpful.He had never asked his father to help him prepare a gift for Grace, yet he did it!Bravo!“Good idea!” Rebecca agreed whole-heartedly.“Grace, do you see how cons

Edward shook his head with disappointment as he left the Carter’s villa.He hadn’t expected Grace to be so unable to distinguish truth from falsehood.She didn’t even bother to verify it.And under the instigation of the two fools beside her, she condemned him outright.Alas! What use was there to give further explanations?She wouldn’t believe him anyway.With these thoughts in mind, Edward returned to Golden Homes.Golden Homes was the name of the most luxurious villa area in this region.It was a typical wealthy neighborhood.Exquisitely decorated with picturesque surroundings, and even featured artificial waterfalls.And in order to ensure that the residents had the ultimate enjoyment and the freshest air, the developer had allocated corresponding forest areas and artificial lakes to each villa.Therefore, the price of each villa here started at least at one billion, making it inaccessible for the average.Upon reaching Golden Homes, Edward hiked halfway up the mountain and arrive

However, the least expected thing happened.Edward shook his head and said, “Sorry, Grandpa George, I don’t think I would do that. You see, Grace and I just got married, and it was rather too quick. We haven’t even got along yet. If we live together, it would be uncomfortable for both of us.”Grandpa George asked in confusion, “What do you suggest?”“We need time to get to know each other, and once we have, we will consider living together.”“Besides, as a man, shouldn’t I be the one to provide Grace with a home, instead of her providing for me?”Grandpa George rubbed his nose and nodded, “You’re right! I wasn’t considerate enough, after all.”Although Grandpa George was a bit disappointed that his request wasn’t fulfilled, he agreed that Edward did make a valid point.Moreover, even to his surprise, Edward showed his sincerity by proactively offering to provide for Grace, instead of freeloading.Good boy! Grandpa George couldn’t help but give Edward a ‘thumbs up’ inwardly.“Well the

Grandpa George thanked Edward and retired to his room.Meanwhile, Grace overheard their conversation.She couldn’t help but frown at Edward’s shameless boasting.How could he undermine the value of the Ironclad membership?No big deal?Seriously?What effort had he made to assist her?Did he obtain the invitation to the banquet for her? No!Did he have any connections in the city? No!Her blood boiled with anger.The bumpkin could never stop boasting of his imaginary abilities.But he would not lift a finger to help her.Even if he wanted to, how could he?What would a man from the forest know?He would only assist in bringing shame to her family.Argh!She walked up to him in anger.“I can see you have improved your deceptive acts. It is indeed your talent.”Edward narrowed his eyes at her, “What do you mean?”“You lied to Grandpa that you will help me.” She scoffed. “What can you possibly do?”“Will you obtain the Ironclad membership by boasting of your great skills?”“Or are you s

“Who does he think he is?” Mrs. Carter asked her husband, fuming.Edward had walked out on them.Unbelievable!The piece of shit was suddenly acting high and mighty.“How dare he!”“How could he extort our daughter?!”She couldn’t suppress her anger.Her eyes bulged as she spoke.She didn’t believe Edward would have the guts, even in her wildest dreams.The riff-raff was even more disgraceful than she thought!A common thief!“Are you going to let him get away with this?”“He should be dealt with!”She urged her husband to take action.Edward couldn’t take $1.2 million from their daughter.Never!That was their money!“He needs to be taught a lesson!”“The Carter family cannot be disrespected by that peasant!”“And I demand we get the money back!”She also blamed Grandpa George in her mind.He accepted the trash into their family.And married him to their daughter.If he hadn’t, their family would never have been burdened by the petty thief!Mr. Carter nodded his head in agreement.“