Chapter 22 A Tempting Offer

“Ms. Aroma, you are amazing; you’ve made Mr. Caldwell fall asleep,” she said.

When Edward heard the news, his eyes sparkled with joy.

Jayce was his most cherished grandson, but he had been grappling with depression. Despite trying various

treatments over the years, nothing had worked.

Taking a deep breath, Edward said, “Ms. Aroma, you’ve been so helpful. Please accept this small token of my gratitude.”

As soon as he finished speaking, the butler clapped his hands, and a

procession of servants entered the room, each carrying a tray adorned with an array of exquisite jewelry.

There were elegant jewels, shimmering pearl necklaces, collectible gemstones, renowned paintings, and lastly, a check for ten million dollars.

Charlotte’s excitement bubbled beneath the surface as she saw them.

Meanwhile, she felt regret for giving up her career over the past five years.

career during that time, her current assets might have been substantial enough to

thrilled, she replied, “Sir Caldwell, thank you, but you don’t

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work so well on Mr. Caldwell. I owe him

“Do you think these gifts

what I meant,” Charlotte

Aroma, at my age, all I want is for my family to be safe and

Charlotte accepted the gifts, and Edward had them

fun, and if you need

smiled, “Thank

wanted to check on Jayce, so

news spread quickly among the guests, and as Charlotte descended the staircase, members of influential families approached her for

stood before her,

sat down, and began

going well.

her grandmother would eventually

her grandmom also made her feel guilty. Once she

figure approached. Arthur, holding a glass of wine,

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