Many even started to treat him more politely. After all, if Grant could become in-laws with the Farwell family, he would be guaranteed a lifetime of wealth and prosperity.
Winnie’s relatives also kept congratulating her, as if their social status had also upgraded with Roxanne’s marriage with Lucian.
“That goes without saying. The Farwell family’s hospitality is superb. They even arranged accommodation for us to stay in a five-star hotel. Don’t worry. The few million I owe you is really just an insignificant amount now. I’ve always said that I, Grant Jarvis, will make a comeback one day!”
“Yes, yes. That’s right, dear cousin. Quit congratulating us. I heard your daughter also married a rich guy. Still, she can’t compare with Roxanne. It can’t be helped. Perhaps this is fate.”
“Okay. Let’s talk another time. We still need to prepare for the wedding tomorrow. Our son-in- law will be here soon. We’re swamped at the moment.”
Dealing with the various phone calls, the couple lied without feeling the slightest hint of embarrassment. When the streams of incoming call and text messages finally stopped, Grant and Winnie grinned from ear to ear.
“Grant, I heard Roxanne founded that Flora Verba Group herself. It seems like even if the Farwell family doesn’t shower us with benefits, Roxanne should still help to support our family, right?” Winnie was genuinely surprised to learn such useful information through conversations with her relatives.
“Really? Are you talking about Flora Verba Group that’s worth billions?” Grant became excited at once. Initially, he was worried about not being able to get any money from the Farwell family after taking in Elias and Sonya’s cold demeanors.
However, after hearing that her daughter owned such a large corporation, he was instantly overjoyed. A company worth billions! No matter how few shares Roxanne owns, the money would still be more than enough for us to spend for a lifetime. The tens of millions I owe is nothing more than a trivial matter now.
“That’s right. It really is Flora Verba Group. Not only that, but Roxanne also seems to own a research institute, a hospital, and a pharmaceutical company. I didn’t expect her to be so successful! The Jarvis family will be considered a prestigious family from now on.”
Winnie’s long-held dream of becoming a wealthy lady might finally come true. It wasn’t that she was particularly committed to Grant that she stayed by his side all those years, but the man had never dared to lower her living standards. Hence, even though they were hiding from debts, she didn’t suffer too much either.
Nevertheless, being on the blacklisted as an insolvent person had somewhat affected their children. Their son, Yosef, managed to score well in the university entrance exam but couldn’t go to a good school. Consequently, he left Horington and cut ties with them after graduation.
Their daughter, Yuliana, was affected even more. She secured a position in a big company but was immediately fired because of Grant’s situation. As a result, she could only work as a tour guide at South East Aploth and seldom returned to visit them.
Therefore, Grant and Winnie now pinned all their hopes on their eldest daughter, Roxanne. Deep down, Winnie knew she didn’t have much of an emotional bond with Roxanne.
Nevertheless, they were still nominally a family. No matter what, Winnie figured Roxanne should help out the family to some extent since the latter was loaded now.
“Grant, regardless of the Farwell family’s response, we must request some betrothal money from them. We had to return the sum we received from them during Roxanne and Lucian’s previous wedding before we even got to spend it. We can’t be so generous this time!” Winnie instigated her husband, calculating inwardly the appropriate amount to ask for. A nominal sum doesn’t necessarily have to be too much. The betrothal gifts can also be in the form of properties, cars, or other valuable items.
Grant nodded. “Of course, I know that. Roxanne’s mother passed away early, and I’ve raised her with great difficulty, after all. How can I not ask for any betrothal gift and let her marry into the Farwell family without receiving any perks?”
“Do you think asking for thirty million is too much?” Winnie’s eyes shone with greediness. “Not at all. I’m actually curious to know how much the Farwell family will offer us on their own accord. The more the better, anyway.” Grant started making plans in his heart. The two discussed further and finally decided to meet with Roxanne first.
The two were stumped when they realized they didn’t have Roxanne’s phone number. In the end, Winnie, someone with plenty of ideas, found Flora Verba Group’s official website and dialed the company’s number.
The call was answered connected to the customer service department. The customer service representative thought it was a product- related issue when she heard the other party was looking for the chairwoman. She intended to record the complaint and provide subsequent feedback.
Winnie eventually lost her patience and revealed her identity. “We are Ms. Jarvis’ parents, and we don’t have her phone number because we just arrived from out of town, so please give it to us.”
“Respected guest, I’m afraid I cannot help with your request. Please verify your information and feel free to contact us again!”
After the call was hung up, Winnie was infuriated and cursed for a while. Noticing that method wasn’t working, Grant contemplated briefly and decided to ask the hotel receptionist to contact Sonya and inform her that they had something to discuss with the latter.
Meanwhile, in the Farwell residence, Sonya was caught in a tight spot after receiving the call from the hotel receptionist and being told about Grant’s request to meet with her and Elias.
“Elias, Roxanne told us not to entertain them, but would it be too ungracious of us to do that? The Farwell family’s reputation may be tarnished if word about our unwillingness to receive our in-laws gets out.” Sonya hesitated.
Although Roxanne’s stance was firm, Sonya was worried that Roxanne might change her mind later and blame her instead. That wouldn’t be a desirable outcome.
Elias furrowed his brows while considering the circumstances. Regardless of our disinclination to deal with them, we must still uphold our family’s dignity and treat Grant with some respect. Otherwise, our behavior will make the Farwell family seem too petty.
Hence, after giving that matter some thought, Elias decided to consult his son. When Lucian answered the call, Roxanne was right next to him. She was still adamant about ignoring her father and stepmother.
Lucian didn’t say much and merely relayed his wife’s intention. Ultimately, Roxanne also sensed it was a little inappropriate to make members of the Farwell family follow her decision.
As that was her problem, it would be best for her to resolve it personally, so she made up her mind to go to the hotel and clarify things with Grant and Winnie in person.
“I’ll go with you.” Lucian hurriedly went upstairs, brought a light jacket for Roxanne, and helped her put it on. On their way to the hotel, Lucian noticed Roxanne was in a foul mood.
He immediately comforted her, “Darling, there’s no need to be angry. Take it easy. All you need to do is make things clear with people like them. It’s not worth investing too much sentiment in this matter.”
Sensing the warmth from Lucian’s palm, Roxanne smiled and nodded, trying her best to contain her emotions.
Roxanne headed straight to Grant’s room after arriving at the hotel. She had made preparations, thinking of the terms and other potential requests they may make. However, Roxanne was slightly surprised when Grant opened the door.
Is this man standing in front of me truly my father? He was slightly thinner than he was six years ago. His face was no longer as ruddy as it had once been. His skin was dryer and had a slightly waxy sheen, and wrinkles filled his forehead. His hair was cut short too. Perhaps he had gotten it cut because his hair had begun to go. white.
“Roxanne?” Grant revealed a slightly excited look in his eyes. They had not seen each other for many years. Thus, she did not know if it was an act or if those were his true emotions. Nevertheless, his gaze was somewhat timid. Then, he looked at Lucian and nodded. “Mr. Farwell.”
“Hello, Mr. Jarvis.” Lucian was indifferent. He barely spared the other man a glance before turning back to look at his wife. Roxanne calmed down a little after seeing her father’s humble attitude.
Just then, Winnie came over and stared at Roxanne in astonishment. She was surprised by the latter’s clothing. Roxanne’s attire was very elegant, and it made Winnie somewhat embarrassed and jealous.
However, she immediately put on an elated expression. “Roxanne, it really is you! You’ve changed so much. You look very graceful. I’m sorry your father and I have been traveling so much that we’ve just found out about your wedding. We came as soon as possible!” Winnie nudged Grant. “Why are you standing at the door? Hurry and invite your daughter and son-in-law in!”
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.
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