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Chapter 57
The argument outside the Atlantis Hotel quickly made it to the trending list.
Some haters accused Sharon of being too arrogant and heartless, saying she had kicked out her own grandmother and was throwing her weight around
But soon, someone stepped up to defend her. [Sharon’s eight brothers were all kicked out and village. Now that she’s back, of course, she’s not going to bother with those so–called relatives.]
[Exactly! Go, Sharon. You are so cool!]
with nothing. They had to send Sharon away to a poor
Inside a private styling studio, Nicholas was on the phone with his grandfather, who asked, his voice eager and booming, “Where are you? Is the gift ready? What kind of gift is it?”
Nicholas answered coolly, “It’s a secret.”
Edward was furious, thinking, ‘A secret? What on earth has he prepared? He used to be so cute when he was little. But now? Not at all. But girls are always cute and sweet.‘
He turned to Arnold and asked, “When are you going to have a daughter?”
Arnold adjusted his tie expressionlessly and turned to walk away. He had no intention of having another child. He didn’t want his wife to go through that again.
“You ungrateful brat, stop right there. Say something!” Edward snapped, now furious at his son.
All he wanted was an adorable granddaughter. Or even a great–granddaughter would do. But neither Arnold nor Nicholas was willing to grant his wish, which was frustrating.
Outside the Atlantis Hotel, there were a lot of luxury cars. The influential guests arrived at the party, their faces full of pride, some even looking nonchalant.
If it weren’t for the fact that the event was being held in the Queen’s Hall at the Atlantis Hotel, they wouldn’t have bothered to show up. They were just a little curious about the Vance brothers.
The eight of them had been missing for a while, and now they seemed like entirely different people. Everyone was dying to know what kind of adventures they had in Lostara.
But when they stepped out of their cars, they were stunned to find that it was the general manager of the hotel welcoming them.
The general manager was known for his aloof demeanor. Even when the president’s daughter had her coming–of–age party here, he didn’t personally greet anyone at the gate. But today, he did, and it felt odd.
Someone from the Dolan family couldn’t help but ask, “You’re greeting guests personally? The Vance family sure has a lot of influence, huh?”
“Ms. Sharon Vance is a super VIP at our hotel. Naturally, she receives this level of treatment.” The manager’s response was flawless.
Sharon had no intention of revealing her identity, so the manager didn’t dare to let anything slip.
“Are you still issuing super VIP cards?” someone asked.
Hearing this, many people perked up their ears. They also wanted such exclusive privileges.
“Super VIP status is personally granted by our boss. It’s up to her mood, not based on any specific criteria,” the manager explained, though his answer
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revealed nothing.
So the Vance brothers have ties with your mysterious boss?” someone else asked.
The manager just smiled and said nothing. It was more than ties–it was something far more extraordinary. The eight people were the boss & brothers, and their status was anything but ordinary.
As the guests stepped into the Queen’s Hall, they were completely stunned, even though they
were accustomed to luxury.
“Oh my god, isn’t this a painting by the famous master? Didn’t they say it was lost?” someone exclaimed.
“That looks like a renowned antique, a true masterpiece,” another said.
“This wine–such a well–aged vintage! A single bottle could sell for tens of thousands, and they’re serving it like it’s no big deal. I’m sure we’re going to go through a lot of bottles today,” someone else remarked.
Everyone was stunned by the sheer level of extravagance. They even started wonder if the Vance brothers had struck it rich or something.
The wine was vintage, the glasses were antiques, the decorations were rare collectibles, and even the sparkling embellishments around the hall were made of diamonds.
And now, diamonds were nothing compared to the priceless ancient paintings and antiques.
Many had come expecting to watch the show, but now their expressions grew serious. They bega
come. No matter what, it was important to build good relationships.
contacting their families, asking for key figures to
Ashley, walking in with her family, was struck dumb by the lavishness of the place. She’d thought she could outshine Sharon today, but she quickly realized she had no chance.
She had never experienced this level of luxury in her entire life. This was the coming–of–age party she had always dreamed of, but unfortunately, it wasn’t hers.
Ashley’s emotions were in turmoil. She pulled out her phone, snapped a few photos, and sent them to Karen. She wasn’t going to suffer from jealousy and frustration alone–Karen might be even angrier than she was.
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Both Sharon and Karen were from the Vance family, yet while Karen wasn’t even allowed to host her party at the Atlantis Hotel, Sharon was holding hers in the exclusive Queen’s Hall.
Ashley’s eyes flickered with jealousy.
Suddenly, a commotion erupted at the entrance. Turning around, Ashley saw the Baxter family arrive, including the usually reclusive Edward, who was dressed in a sharp suit for the occasion.
It was clear just how much the Baxter family valued Sharon.
Ashley’s gaze immediately landed on the gorgeous Nicholas. Dressed in a white suit that accentuated his perfect figure, he looked gentle and elegant, his eyes indifferent.
As soon as he entered, almost every woman in the hall was focused on him, their eyes sparkling with barely concealed excitement. They were clearly captivated by his stunning face.
The men, on the other hand, didn’t look so pleased. After all, many of them had realized that the women they admired–or their wives—had all once secretly harbored feelings for the same man.
Nicholas remained calm and composed. His gaze swept over the lavish decorations of the hall, pausing briefly on the priceless treasures displayed throughout.
The Atlantis Hotel was even wealthier than he had imagined. But he felt that only such a luxurious venue was worthy of hosting his fiancée’s coming–of- age celebration. As he thought about the gift he had prepared, a hint of unease flashed across his eyes.
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Chapter 57
“Hey, Mr. Baxter, you’re looking pretty sharp today. I almost didn’t recognize you.” Caesar’s voice, dripping with jealousy, rang out as he suddenly appeared beside Nicholas.
He thought, ‘The moment this guy showed up, he captured the attention of every woman in the room. He can charm women of all ages. It’s next fair im from a top–tier family, too, but he is much more popular than I am. No wonder i don’t like him.
Nicholas said flatly, “I heard you lost your membership card of the Atlantis Hotel in a bet. is that true?”
Caesar coughed awkwardly. “What, are you here to rub it in? If I hadn’t lost, where would your fiancée have stayed?”
Nicholas’s brows furrowed. “Leave her alone.”
“Whoa, you are jealous? You finally fell for someone?” Caesar asked.
Meanwhile, he thought, ‘So Nicholas has a thing for innocent and sweet girls. That’s unexpected. No wonder the girls at Oriston Academy haven’t managed to win his heart. But is Sharon really as harmless as she seems?‘
Caesar narrowed his eyes. “I’ve got a secret about your fiancée. She’s actually…”
Before he could finish, the banquet hall suddenly fell silent. All eyes turned to the golden staircase. Eight men in tuxedos appeared from the second floor. Their faces were strikingly similar, yet their auras were distinct. They lined up on the steps in two rows.
As the music swelled, Sharon appeared before the crowd, wearing a black dress. Her red lips curved into a faint smile–she radiated an aura of absolute authority.
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