Rebirth Into My Second Chance

The Goodwin family's banquet was the talk of the town, drawing an exclusive crowd thanks to their elder daughter, Tracey's engagement to a member of the prestigious Hilton family. It was a strategic move designed to cement the Goodwin family's rising status in high society. It didn't surprise me that Richard got an invite. Had it not been for Claude's schemes that landed him in prison for two years, his startup would likely have gone public. After all, his backing came from the Hilton family themselves.

Richard said, "It's a toss-up. Alan arranged the engagement himself, and his trust fund backed Ms. Tracey up. The current head of the Hilton family isn't too involved. Rumor has it he's not keen on the match, which is why he's still single at thirty, possibly looking for a way out."

"Do you think the Hilton guy will show?" I asked, seeking a glimpse into the truth.

As Richard explained, I nodded, half-understanding. "Why doesn't he just call off the engagement then?"

"That's beyond me. Few have seen the head of the Hilton family in person. He maintains a low profile but makes bold business moves, establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in Crestview Metropolis. Despite his substantial investment in my venture, I've never met the man, though I've sent him his share of the profits," Richard spoke with an almost reverential tone.

Leaning back, I pondered, "When did he take over?"

Richard answered, "About three years after your parents passed away. When Alan died, he stepped up, and the Hilton Group's already formidable wealth doubled, leaving their nearest competitors far behind."

family would be more amenable than Alan had been in returning my parents'

thought? I'm heading

meeting soon. I could try talking tox Mr. Hilton's assistant about your parents ashes if you want." Richard knew my

surface, I seemed indifferen

down, I longed to lay

me and a casual updo for the Goodwin family's banquet. We weren't there

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and I entered, Richard was recognized immediately despite his time away and bombarded with handshakes and talks of future

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going to grab something to eat," I said, feeling too conspicuous by his