She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew)

Chapter 39

On the morning of July 1st. Athena received a message from her father:

Athena, you can check your SAT results today, right? Your mom is planning to buy groceries and make a big dinner to celebrate. Is there anything special you'd like to eat? Do you want to come over for lunch or dinner?] Athena replied: 11 think the results will be available in the afternoon. I'll come over for dinner. I'll love whatever Mom cooks, don't worry.] After responding, she set her phone aside and picked up her tablet to continue reviewing the documents sent by Harry.

Smce Vission Group had cut ties with the Kennedy family, a wave of individuals and companies had approached Harry seeking partnerships. Harry had already filtered out many, but over twenty remained. Harry's initial thought was to keep it in the family and give the exclusive agency rights to the Donovans.

However Athena felt that her family wasn't yet equipped with the necessary expertise and experience. They were honest people and might not be ready for the cutthroat world of business Meanwhile, Claire and Arthur returned from the market with fresh ingredients and decided to take a nap After all, running a barbecue stand meant they usually worked until around 3 AM, and waking up early left them sleep-deprived. Claire slept until 13:30 PM, then donned her apron and washed her hands, ready to start preparing dinner. Just then, Wesley Donovan received a text message. It was from Athena:

[Mom, I

Dad, my exam results are out, and I'm the top scorer in the province! My friends have booked a few tables at a hotel for a celebration dinner, starting at 5 PM. I've sent a car to pick you up. It should arrive in about ten minutes, so get ready to leave.] Wesley found it todd. Athena had said she would come over for dinner, so why the sudden change to a hotel celebration? But Athena mentioned that her friends had organized it, and perhaps she couldn't refuse their hospitality. To be sure, Wesley decided to call his daughter to confirm.

However, for some reason, the signal was poor, and he couldn't get through despite several attempts.

Considering the limited time; Wesley didn't want to delay. He quickly informed his family about the change of them to dress nicely, and called Maria..

plans, urging

Maria'

was

thrilled 'Congratulations to Athena! But I asked my manager, and I can't get the day off. I'll have to celebrate with her tomorrow." Wesley reassured her, "Focus on your work and make sure to rest. We'll save some food for you when we get back

in plastic, and stored

own outfit.

the celebration dinner. Please, get in The Donovans thanked him and got into the car with their children. Throughout the ride, Wesley had a nagging feeling that something was off. This

tried calling his daughter again, but the signal was still poor, and

pushed his doubts

09:08 Thu,

5

P

apartment, but just as her car exited the neighborhood, she received several photos. Opening

faded blue plaid dress as they stepped out of a car

sending the

prepared to call her father, another message came through from the same unknown number:

dinner and have been seated

curled in i in irritation. Zoe Murray was at

Just

to Zoe, then swiftly turned her car around, driving

Vission Resort was alive with activity. A prominent sign in red and gold at the entrance announced. "Congratulations to Zoe Murray

lined up to greet guests as

teachers

friends and relatives

also the elite and

dressed impeccably, exuding